Thymol, phenolic disinfectant (ab146541)
Key features and details
- Phenolic disinfectant with antibacterial and antifungal activity.
- CAS Number: 89-83-8
- Purity: > 98%
- Soluble in ethanol to 100 mM and in water to 100 mM (with warming)
- Form / State: Solid
- Source: Synthetic
Overview
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Product name
Thymol, phenolic disinfectant -
Description
Phenolic disinfectant with antibacterial and antifungal activity. -
Alternative names
- 2-Isopropyl-5-methylphenol
- 5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)phenol
- 5-Methyl-2-isopropylphenol
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Biological description
Phenolic compound, originally obtained from thyme oil, that is used to inhibit oral bacteria. Also used as a cosmetic biocide/preservative and/or fragrance ingredient. Functions as a denaturant and fragrance ingredient in cosmetic formulations.
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Purity
> 98% -
CAS Number
89-83-8 -
Chemical structure
Properties
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Chemical name
5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)phenol -
Molecular weight
150.22 -
Molecular formula
C10H14O -
Storage instructions
Store at Room Temperature. Store under desiccating conditions. The product can be stored for up to 12 months. -
Solubility overview
Soluble in ethanol to 100 mM and in water to 100 mM (with warming) -
Handling
Wherever possible, you should prepare and use solutions on the same day. However, if you need to make up stock solutions in advance, we recommend that you store the solution as aliquots in tightly sealed vials at -20°C. Generally, these will be useable for up to one month. Before use, and prior to opening the vial we recommend that you allow your product to equilibrate to room temperature for at least 1 hour.
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Source
Synthetic