Chem 335 - Winter 2000
Organic Chemistry II
Dr. Carl C. Wamser

Molecule of the Week #6

Limonin

Could it be...limonin?

Limonin is classified as a terpenoid or limonoid and is the contributor to the bitterness in some fruits. It exists in citrus fruits primarily in the form of glucosides and in recent studies has shown to inhibit chemical carcinogenesis.

Carrie Muehlberg