THYMOL CAS# 89-83-8

Thymol (also known as 2-isopropyl-5-methylphenol, IPMP) is a natural monoterpene phenol derivative of cymene, C₁₀H₁₄O, isomeric with carvacrol, found in oil of thyme, and extracted from Thymus vulgaris (common thyme) and various other kinds of plants as a white crystalline substance of a pleasant aromatic odor and strong antiseptic properties. Thymol also provides the distinctive, strong flavor of the culinary herb thyme.

Thymol is only slightly soluble in water at neutral pH, but it is extremely soluble in alcohols and other organic solvents. It is also soluble in strongly alkaline aqueous solutions due to deprotonation of the phenol.

Source: Nature Identical

Odour: Warm, Thyme like, Phenolic

Specification Formula: C10H14O

Appearance: Colourless, Transparent/ White Crystals

Molecular Weight: 150.2

Purity: 99% (GLC)

Melting Point: 48°C-52°C

Limit of Non-volatile residue: less than 0.05%

Solubility: At 25°C 80% Alcohol : Clearly soluble in 3 parts

                Di ethyl Phthalate : Soluble in all proportions

                Propylene Glycol : Soluble in all proportion

Packing Size: 25 Kg Fiber Drum

APPLICATION:

Thymol has antimicrobial activity because of its phenolic structure, and has shown antibacterial activity against bacterial strains including Aeromonas hydrophila and Staphylococcus aureus.

Thymol has been used in alcohol solutions and in dusting powders for the treatment of tinea or ringworm infections, and was used in the United States to treat hookworm infections.

People of the Middle East continue to use za'atar, a delicacy made with large amounts of Thyme, to reduce and eliminate internal parasites.

It is also used as a preservative in halothane, an anaesthetic, and as an antiseptic in mouthwash. When used to reduce plaque and gingivitis, thymol has been found to be more effective when used in combination with chlorhexidine than when used purely by itself. Thymol is also the active antiseptic ingredient in some toothpastes.

In a 1994 report released by five major cigarette companies, thymol was listed as one of 599 additives to cigarettes.

Thymol is also used as a rapidly degrading, non-persisting pesticide.

Derivatives of thymol and carvacrol with increased antimicrobial activities have been developed. The preparation of methacrylic and p-styrenesulfonic acid esters of thymol could lead to less toxic macromolecular biocides, which can be attached to a polymeric backbone.

Thymol can also be used as a medical disinfectant and general purpose disinfectant.

 Net Weight 25kg fiber drum

Founded in 2001, Shanghai Zhongye Pharmaceutical & Chemical Co., Ltd, operates 3 manufacturing facilities located near Shanghai, is a leading manufacturer and exporter of a range of pharmaceutical intermediates, fragrance chemicals, and essential oils in China.

The prime focus and commitment is to serve the Flavours and Fragrance industry worldwide. Uttermost importance is given by the group to delivering high standards and good quality of aroma chemicals at all times.

We strive to maintain a standard quality of our products at all times, so as to minimize and eliminate variances in odour profiles.