Thymol, with the CAS number 89 - 83 - 8, is a phenolic monoterpene. It is also known as 2 - isopropyl - 5 - methylphenol. Our product, High Quality Thymol CAS 89 - 83 - 8 With Low Price, is sourced from high - quality raw materials and processed through advanced manufacturing techniques to ensure its high purity and stability.
Physical and chemical properties:
- Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow crystalline solid
- Molecular formula: C₁₀H₁₄O
- Molecular weight: 150.22 g/mol
- Melting point: 48 - 51 °C
- Boiling point: 232 °C
- Density: 0.965 g/cm³
- Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol, ether, chloroform, and other organic solvents
Thymol has a wide range of applications in various industries:
**Medical and healthcare**: Thymol has antibacterial, antifungal, and antiseptic properties. It is often used in mouthwashes, toothpastes, and topical antiseptic creams. It can help prevent and treat oral diseases such as gingivitis and caries, and also be used to disinfect small wounds on the skin.
**Food industry**: As a natural preservative and flavoring agent, thymol can be added to food products to extend their shelf - life and enhance their flavor. It is commonly used in meat products, baked goods, and beverages.
**Agriculture**: Thymol can be used as a pesticide and insect repellent. It can prevent and control pests in crops, reduce the damage caused by pests, and improve crop yields.
**Cosmetics industry**: Due to its antibacterial and anti - inflammatory properties, thymol is added to some cosmetics such as creams, lotions, and shampoos to help maintain the health of the skin and hair.
**In the medical field**:
- When using thymol in mouthwashes, dilute it according to the recommended concentration. Usually, a 0.05% - 0.1% solution is used. Gargle with the mouthwash for 30 - 60 seconds, and do not swallow it.
- For topical antiseptic use, dissolve thymol in an appropriate solvent (such as ethanol) to make a solution with a concentration of 1% - 2%. Apply it gently to the affected area with a cotton swab.
**In the food industry**:
- The addition amount of thymol in food should comply with relevant national regulations. Generally, it is added in the range of a few parts per million (ppm) to tens of ppm. Mix it evenly with other ingredients during the food production process.
**In agriculture**:
- Prepare a thymol - based pesticide solution at the recommended concentration. Spray it on crops evenly using a sprayer, especially on the parts where pests are likely to occur. Pay attention to the safety interval between spraying and harvest.
**In the cosmetics industry**:
- Add thymol to cosmetics formulations at a suitable concentration, usually around 0.1% - 1%. Mix it well during the production process to ensure uniform distribution.
**Medical case**: A dental clinic introduced a mouthwash containing thymol. After a few months of use, patients reported a significant reduction in bad breath, and the incidence of gingivitis decreased by 30%. The antibacterial property of thymol effectively controlled the growth of oral bacteria.
**Food case**: A meat processing factory added thymol as a preservative to its sausage products. The shelf - life of the sausages was extended from 7 days to 14 days under the same storage conditions, without affecting the taste and texture of the products. Consumers also gave positive feedback on the flavor improvement.
**Agricultural case**: A vegetable farm used a thymol - based insect repellent on its tomato crops. The number of pests such as aphids and whiteflies decreased by 70%, and the yield of tomatoes increased by 20
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