PULEGONE (CED0006371)

Pulegone is an organic compound with the chemical formula C10H16O and an average molecular weight of 152.23 g/mol. PULEGONE belongs to the monoterpenoids, a subclass of prenol lipids within the organic compounds. Industrially, the substance is utilized as a fragrance, as well as a flavouring and nutrient. The compound is found in or released from 32 recorded sources across several sectors. Within the energy, oil & gas sector, it is used in lubricants. In the healthcare, pharmaceuticals & veterinary products sector, it is associated with medical devices. Its presence in textiles, leather & furnishings includes synthetic textiles, carpets and rugs. In the food, food processing & cookware sector, pulegone is involved in food packaging, food preservation, the preparation of wort, the preparation of wine or sparkling wine, and fermentation processes for beer. Furthermore, it is recorded in household cleaning & consumer products, including perfumes within detergents and soaps, bleaching agents, cigar cigarettes, other smoking requisites, and non electric simulated smoking devices, among five other sources. In the electrical & electronic equipment sector, it is found in batteries, capacitors, printed circuit boards, wires and cables, cell phones, and six additional sources. Two other sectors are also recorded. Exposure to pulegone may occur through oral, inhalation, or touch routes.