Essential details
Quantity(pieces):25
MOQ:1
Lead time:ready cargo
Shipping:Express Delivery, Air freight, Land freight, Ocean freight
Specification Number:89-83-8
Product Introduction
General Information
- Chemical Name: Thymol
- CAS Number: 89 - 83 - 8
- Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O
- Molecular Weight: 150.2.
Physical and Chemical Properties
- Appearance: Usually appears as colorless transparent crystals or white crystalline powde.
- Odor: It has a special, pleasant herbal fragranc.
- Solubility: Slightly soluble in water and glycerin, but soluble in organic solvents such as ethano.
Technical Data Table
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | 0.965 g/mL at 25 °C |
| Melting Point | 48 - 51 °C |
| Boiling Point | 232 °C |
| Flash Point | 102 °C |
| Acidity Coefficient (pKa) | 10.59 ± 0.10 |
Applications in Cosmetics
Thymol is used in cosmetics as a fragrance ingredient and an antibacterial agen. Its unique herbal fragrance can give cosmetics a fresh and natural smel. At the same time, it has antibacterial properties, which can help protect the skin from bacterial invasion and maintain skin healt. It is often used in the formulation of cosmetics such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and facial cleanse.
Safety Considerations
Thymol is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics at appropriate concentrations. However, excessive use may cause skin irritation or other adverse reactions in some people. Therefore, it is necessary to control the dosage within a reasonable range during use.
Here is an application picture of thymol in cosmetics
The picture shows that thymol is used in mouthwash, which can not only provide a fresh smell but also has a certain antibacterial effect to help maintain oral health.
The picture shows that thymol is used in mouthwash, which can not only provide a fresh smell but also has a certain antibacterial effect to help maintain oral health.General Information
- What is thymol? Thymol, with the chemical formula C10H14O, is a white to pale - yellow translucent crystal. It is also known as thyme camphor. It has a special aroma of thyme and is an important raw material for preparing mentho.
- What is its function in cosmetics? In cosmetics, thymol is mainly used as a fragrance agent. It can also play roles such as antibacterial and antioxidant, helping to maintain the quality and stability of cosmetic.
Safety and Usage
- Is thymol safe for use in cosmetics? According to the assessment of the US Cosmetic Ingredient Review Committee (CIR), thymol is safe for use in cosmetics at concentrations not exceeding 0.25% (0.25% for leave - on products and 0.25% for rinse - off products). At this concentration, it will not cause harm to human health under normal, reasonable, and foreseeable use condition.
- What are the restrictions on its use in cosmetics? In the "List of Cosmetic Raw Materials in Use (2021 Edition)", the maximum historical use level of thymol in leave - on products is 0.36%, and its use in cosmetics should comply with relevant regulations and standard.
Physical and Chemical Properties
- What are the solubility characteristics of thymol? Thymol is slightly soluble in water and glycerin, but easily soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol, ether, chloroform, and ethyl acetat.
- What are its melting and boiling points? Thymol has a melting point of 48 - 51 °C and a boiling point of 233 °.
