The epoxidation reaction in the analysis of terpenoids

Abstract

Aim to determine the degree of unsaturation of some terpenoids and essential oils using peroxycarboxylic acids. Material and methods. The following terpenoids were used in the study: linalool, myrcene, lemon oil. The epoxidation reaction was carried out using pyroxydecanoic acid. The excess acid was measured by iodometric titration. Results. A method for determining the iodine number for essential oil was developed. Iodine numbers were calculated for some terpenoids (linalool, myrcene) and lemon oil. The reaction rate constants were calculated.