Thymol Crystal 百里香酚 - for antiseptic

Thymol (also known as 2-isopropyl-5-methylphenol, IPMP) is 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.

It is a refreshing colorless liquid that has mint like refreshing quality, thus making it a preferred ingredient in herbal products.


CAS NO. 89-83-8
INCI Name: Thymus Vulgaris

Physical Properties:
- slightly soluble in water at neutral pH,
- extremely soluble in alcohols and other organic solvents.
- soluble in strongly alkaline aqueous solutions.
- neutral pH
- Aroma - Warm, spicy-herbaceous

Uses:
It is used by beekeepers as well as in art restoration and preservation of books and cloth.
Thymol are valuable disinfectants and are popularly for their superior antiseptic properties.