Thymol
Thymol
Thymol (/ˈθaɪmɒl/), also known as 2-isopropyl-5-methylphenol, is a natural monoterpenoid 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.
Etymology
The term "Thymol" derives from the Ancient Greek θύμος (thúmos) and -ol denoting a phenolic compound.
Properties
Thymol is a member of the class phenols, the precursor to a variety of naturally occurring organic compounds. It is a white crystalline substance that is soluble in alcohol and slightly soluble in water. It has a pleasant, aromatic odor and is a strong antiseptic.
Uses
Thymol is used in medicine as a topical antiseptic and fungicide. It is also used in perfumery, in ointments, and as a preservative in halothane, an anaesthetic, and as an antiseptic in mouthwash.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Thymol
- Wikipedia's article - Thymol
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