Extraction
Thymol Crystals are extracted by solvent extraction method extracted from
leaf of Thymus vulgaris and various other plants in form of a white
crystalline substance having pleasant aromatic odor.
Chemical Composition
Terpenses, Menthol.
Essential Oil Information
The derived crystals find usage as pharmaceutical intermediates and have
appearance that is colorless and transparent with molecular weight of 150.2,
purity of 99% (GLC), melting point of 49-51°C and boiling point of
233-234° C/760 Mm. The other characteristics of oil include Specific
Gravity of 0.975 FP 101° C, Refractive Index of 1.5227 Limit of
Non-Volatile Residue Less Than 0.05%, Solubility at 25°C 80% with
alcohol clearly soluble in 3 parts.
Oil Properties
Thymol is a natural monoterpene phenol derivative of cymene and finds
presence in oil of thyme. With the oil extracted from Thymus vulgaris as
well as other varieties of plants, the white crystalline finish as well as
pleasant aromatic odor with antiseptic properties also makes it widely used
in different applications.
Uses
Thymol is used in alcohol solutions as well as in dusting powders for
meeting the treatment needs of ringworm infections as well as a preservative
in halothane. It is also used as anesthetic and antiseptic in mouthwash.
Thymol is also active antiseptic ingredient in toothpastes as well as
supports curing from bruises, burns, colds, coughs, dermatitis, eczema,
edema, gout, gum infections, infectious diseases, laryngitis, oily skin,
sinusitis, sore throat, sprains.
Blends Well With
Floral, patchouli, clove, bergamot, vetiver, orange oils.
Summary
Thymol is used in mouthwashes as well as in products providing cure for
blocked noses. Its superior antibacterial & antifungal properties makes
it provide a better therapeutic effect on lungs. Further, it also supports
loosening of phlegm as well as in relaxing muscles in respiratory tract.
Precautions
Various precautions will be taken while using this aromatic chemical. This
may be proved harmful if inhaled or swallowed. It can also causes irritation
to skin eyes and respiratory tract and can effect nervous system also.
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