Thymol

CAS no.- 89-83-8

Thymol is a natural monoterpene phenol derivative of cymene. It is isomeric with carvacrol, found in thyme oil. It is in crystalline form having a pleasant aroma and strong antiseptic properties. Thymol crystals are colorless.

USES

It is used as a pesticide, insecticide, fungicide, rodenticide, antimicrobial. It is also used in perfumery because of its odor. Thymol is even used as a flavoring agent. Other than that, thymol can also be used as a medical disinfectant and general purpose disinfectant.

TOXICITY and SAFTEY INSTRUCTIONS

Thymol is a mild local irritant.  It produces vomiting, gastric pain, occasionally convulsions, central hyperactivity (eg, talkativeness), nausea, coma, cardiac and respiratory collapse. Gloves should be worn while handling of Thymol.