Thymol Crystals Information:

Thymol is the main monoterpene phenol obtained from thyme oil or other volatile oil, isomeric with carvacrol, also known as 2-isopropyl -5- methyl phenol. Thymol is a natural monoterpene phenol derivative of cymene C10H14O. Thymol is obtained from a variety of Thyme plants such as Thymus vulgaricus.

Purified Mentha oil is slowly and gradually cooled progressively to lower temperature whereby menthol crystals form in each operation. The freezing process usually comprises three steps (I) cool at 14OC (II) 10OC and (III) –5OC for hours. Sometimes, actual process takes 48 hours and cooling up to -20OC temperature.

Odor : Thyme

Uses:

Thymol crystals is used as stabilizer in pharmaceutical preparation as it has antibacterial, antifungal and antiseptic quality. It is used in dusting powders for the treatment of tinea or ringworm infections. It reduces plaque, dental caries and gingivitis.

Blends Well With:

Oils and Alcohol.