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General Material Information

Preferred name thymol
Trivial Name Thymol
Short Description 2-isopropyl-5-methylphenol
Formula C10 H14 O
CAS Number 89-83-8
FEMA Number 3066
FDA UNII 3J50XA376E
Nikkaji Number J10.606B
Beilstein Number 1907135
MDL MFCD00002309
COE Number 174
Bio Activity Summary External link
NMR Predictor External link
JECFA Food Flavoring 709 thymol
FDA Patent No longer provide for the use of these seven synthetic flavoring substances
FDA Mainterm 89-83-8 ; THYMOL
Synonyms
  • apiguard
  • p- cymen-3-ol
  • para- cymen-3-ol
  • 3-p- cymenol
  • 3-para- cymenol
  • a- cymophenol
  • alpha- cymophenol
  • 3-hydroxy p-cymene
  • 2-hydroxy-1-isopropyl-4-methylbenzene
  • 3-hydroxy-1-methyl-4-isopropylbenzene
  • 1-hydroxy-5-methyl-2-isopropylbenzene
  • 3-hydroxy-p-cymene
  • 3-hydroxy-para-cymene
  • 5-methyl-2-(1-methyl ethyl) phenol
  • 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-phenol
  • 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)phenol
  • 5-methyl-2-(methylethyl)phenol
  • 5-methyl-2-(propan-2-yl)phenol
  • 5-methyl-2-isopropyl-1-phenol
  • 5-methyl-2-isopropylphenol
  • 5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylphenol
  • 5-methyl-2,1-methyl ethyl phenol
  • 1-methyl-3-hydroxy-4-isopropylbenzene
  • 1-methyl-3-hydroxy-4-isopropylbenzene
  • 3-methyl-6-isopropylphenol
  • phenol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-
  • iso propyl cresol
  • 6-iso propyl-3-methyl phenol
  • 6-iso propyl-3-methylphenol
  • 2-iso propyl-5-methyl phenol
  • 2-iso propyl-5-methyl-phenol
  • 2-iso propyl-5-methylphenol
  • 6-iso propyl-m-cresol
  • 6-iso propyl-meta-cresol
  • 6-iso propyl-p-cresol
  • 6-iso propyl-para-cresol
  • thyme camphor
  • thymic acid
  • thymol cryst.
  • thymol crystal natural
  • thymol crystals
  • thymol crystals (natural)
  • thymol crystals N.F.
  • thymol crystals natural
  • thymol crystals NF
  • thymol crystals U.S.P.
  • thymol dist.
  • thymol extra
  • thymol natural
  • thymol NF fine powder 60 mesh
  • thymol USP natural
  • 5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylphenol
  • 5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)phenol
  • p-Cymen-3-ol
  • 3-Hydroxy-p-cymene
  • 1-Methyl-3-hydroxy-4-isopropylbenzene
  • 5-Methyl-2-isopropyl-1-phenol
  • 2-Hydroxy-1-isopropyl-4-methylbenzene
  • 3-Methyl-6-isopropylphenol
  • 2-Isopropyl-5-methylphenol
  • 5-Methyl-2-isopropylphenol
  • m-Thymol
  • 6-Isopropyl-3-methylphenol
  • 6-Isopropyl-m-cresol
  • Thymol Chrystals
  • NSC 11215
  • NSC 47821
  • NSC 49142
  • T 0501
  • Marukarep RM
  • MeSH ID: D013943

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Literature & References

5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylphenol
NIST Chemistry WebBook:Search Inchi
Canada Domestic Sub. List:89-83-8
Pubchem (cid):6989
Pubchem (sid):134970607
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Publications by PubMed
The role of flavor and fragrance chemicals in TRPA1 (transient receptor potential cation channel, member A1) activity associated with allergies.
Satureja horvatii essential oil: in vitro antimicrobial and antiradical properties and in situ control of Listeria monocytogenes in pork meat.
Encapsulation altered starch digestion: toward developing starch-based delivery systems.
A comparative study of the antioxidant/prooxidant effects of carvacrol and thymol at various concentrations on membrane and DNA of parental and drug resistant H1299 cells.
Volatiles profiling in medicinal licorice roots using steam distillation and solid-phase microextraction (SPME) coupled to chemometrics.
Antioxidant properties of Thymus vulgaris oil against aflatoxin-induce oxidative stress in male rats.
Evaluation of natural antimicrobials on typical meat spoilage bacteria in vitro and in vacuum-packed pork meat.
Terpene synthases of oregano (Origanum vulgare L.) and their roles in the pathway and regulation of terpene biosynthesis.
Study on the synergic effect of natural compounds on the microbial quality decay of packed fish hamburger.
Chemical composition of volatile extract and biological activities of volatile and less-volatile extracts of juniper berry (Juniperus drupacea L.) fruit.
Improvement of the overall quality of table grapes stored under modified atmosphere packaging in combination with natural antimicrobial compounds.
Anticariogenic activity of macelignan isolated from Myristica fragrans (nutmeg) against Streptococcus mutans.
Preservative effect of combined treatment with electrolyzed NaCl solutions and essential oil compounds on carp fillets during convectional air-drying.
Toxicological properties of thio- and alkylphenols causing flavor tainting in fish from the upper Wisconsin River.
A method for quantitative analysis of flavor-tainting alkylphenols and aromatic thiols in fish.

Other Information

(IUPAC):Atomic Weights of the Elements 2011 (pdf)
Videos:The Periodic Table of Videos
tgsc:Atomic Weights use for this web site
(IUPAC):Periodic Table of the Elements
FDA Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS):View
FDA Indirect Additives used in Food Contact Substances:View
CHEBI:View
CHEMBL:View
KEGG (GenomeNet):C09908
HMDB (The Human Metabolome Database):HMDB01878
FooDB:FDB014795
YMDB (Yeast Metabolome Database):YMDB01647
Export Tariff Code:2907.19.4000
Typical G.C.
VCF-Online:VCF Volatile Compounds in Food
ChemSpider:View
Wikipedia:View
Formulations/Preparations:
•present in listerine antiseptic •present in bensulfoid lotion •technical, nf, reagent

PhysChem Properties

Material listed in food chemical codex Yes
Molecular weight 150.22077941895
Melting Point 49 to 51°C @ 760 mm Hg
Boiling Point 231 to 232°C @ 760 mm Hg
Boiling Point 143 to 144°C @ 50 mm Hg
Vapor Pressure 0.038 mmHg @ 25 °C
Flash Point TCC Value 102.22 °C TCC
logP (o/w) 3.3
Shelf life 36 months (or longer if stored properly.)
Storage notes Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light.
Solubility
alcohol Yes
paraffin oil Yes
water, 900 mg/L @ 25 °C (exp) Yes
water No
Stability
non-discoloring in most media Unspecified

Organoleptic Properties

Odor Type: Herbal
herbal, thyme, phenolic, medicinal, camphoreous, spicy, chemical
Odor strength high , recommend smelling in a 1.00 % solution or less
Substantivity 176 hour(s) at 20.00 % in dipropylene glycol
Luebke, William tgsc, (1983) At 1.00 % in dipropylene glycol. herbal thyme phenolic medicinal camphor
Mosciano, Gerard P&F 21, No. 3, 51, (1996) Spicy, phenolic and thymol with a chemical, medicinal, camphoreous nuance
Flavor Type: Phenolic
phenolic, medicinal, woody, spicy
Mosciano, Gerard P&F 21, No. 3, 51, (1996) Phenolic, medicinal, woody and spicy
Useful in: mint, savory spices, fruity citrus. Strong spicy, thyme-like, phenolic, herbal
General comment Aromatic, medicinal

Occurrences

Safety Information

Safety information

Preferred SDS: View
European information :
Most important hazard(s):
C N - Corrosive, Dangerous for the environment.
R 20/21/22 - Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R 34 - Causes burns.
R 51/53 - Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
S 01/02 - Keep locked up and out of the reach of children.
S 20/21 - When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
S 22 - Do not breath dust.
S 23 - Do not breath vapour.
S 24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 28 - After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
S 36/37/39 - Wear suitable clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S 38 - In case of insufficient ventlation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
S 45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately.
S 61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheet.
Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4), H302
Serious eye damage (Category 1), H318
Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 2), H401
Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 2), H411
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
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Signal word Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H302 - Harmful if swallowed
H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318 - Causes serious eye damage
H401 - Toxic to aquatic life
H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statement(s)
P260 - Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 - Wash skin thouroughly after handling.
P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P273 - Avoid release to the environment.
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301 + P312 - IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell.
P301 + P330 + P331 - IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water/shower.
P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P391 - Collect spillage. Hazardous to the aquatic environment
P405 - Store locked up.
P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
oral-rat LD50 980 mg/kg
BEHAVIORAL: COMA BEHAVIORAL: ATAXIA BEHAVIORAL: SOMNOLENCE (GENERAL DEPRESSED ACTIVITY)
Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 2, Pg. 327, 1964.

oral-mouse LD50 640 mg/kg
PERIPHERAL NERVE AND SENSATION: SPASTIC PARALYSIS WITH OR WITHOUT SENSORY CHANGE LUNGS, THORAX, OR RESPIRATION: RESPIRATORY STIMULATION
Osaka Shiritsu Daigaku Igaku Zasshi. Journal of the Osaka City Medical Center. Vol. 5, Pg. 111, 19

intravenous-mouse LD50 100 mg/kg
BEHAVIORAL: SLEEP
Journal of Medicinal Chemistry. Vol. 23, Pg. 1350, 1980.

intraperitoneal-mouse LD50 110 mg/kg
BEHAVIORAL: SOMNOLENCE (GENERAL DEPRESSED ACTIVITY) BEHAVIORAL: ATAXIA
Quarterly Journal of Crude Drug Research. Vol. 19, Pg. 1, 1981.

oral-guinea pig LD50 880 mg/kg
BEHAVIORAL: COMA GASTROINTESTINAL: GASTRITIS BEHAVIORAL: TREMOR
Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 2, Pg. 327, 1964.

oral-cat LDLo 250 mg/kg
"Handbook of Toxicology," 4 vols., Philadelphia, W.B. Saunders Co., 1956-59Vol. 5, Pg. 172, 1959.

intravenous-dog LDLo 150 mg/kg
LUNGS, THORAX, OR RESPIRATION: DYSPNEA
Therapie. Vol. 3, Pg. 109, 1948.

intraperitoneal-guinea pig LDLo 300 mg/kg
"Handbook of Toxicology," 4 vols., Philadelphia, W.B. Saunders Co., 1956-59Vol. 5, Pg. 172, 1959.

intravenous-rabbit LDLo 60 mg/kg
"Handbook of Toxicology," 4 vols., Philadelphia, W.B. Saunders Co., 1956-59Vol. 5, Pg. 172, 1959.

oral-rabbit LDLo 750 mg/kg
Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics. Vol. 17, Pg. 261, 1921.

Dermal Toxicity:
subcutaneous-mouse LD50 243 mg/kg
SKIN AND APPENDAGES (SKIN): HAIR: OTHER BEHAVIORAL: SOMNOLENCE (GENERAL DEPRESSED ACTIVITY)
Osaka Shiritsu Daigaku Igaku Zasshi. Journal of the Osaka City Medical Center. Vol. 5, Pg. 111, 1956.

subcutaneous-frog LDLo 150 mg/kg
"Handbook of Toxicology," 4 vols., Philadelphia, W.B. Saunders Co., 1956-59Vol. 5, Pg. 172, 1959.

subcutaneous-guinea pig LDLo 1100 mg/kg
"Handbook of Toxicology," 4 vols., Philadelphia, W.B. Saunders Co., 1956-59Vol. 5, Pg. 172, 1959.

subcutaneous-rat LDLo 1600 mg/kg
"Handbook of Toxicology," 4 vols., Philadelphia, W.B. Saunders Co., 1956-59Vol. 5, Pg. 172, 1959.

Inhalation Toxicity:
Not determined

Safety in use information

Category:
flavor and fragrance agents
IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
Recommendation for thymol usage levels up to:
0.1000 % in the fragrance concentrate.
Maximised Survey-derived Daily Intakes (MSDI-EU): 51.00 (μg/capita/day)
Maximised Survey-derived Daily Intakes (MSDI-USA): 160.00 (μg/capita/day)
Structure Class: I
Use levels for FEMA GRAS flavoring substances on which the FEMA Expert Panel based its judgments that the substances are generally recognized as safe (GRAS).
The Expert Panel also publishes separate extensive reviews of scientific information on all FEMA GRAS flavoring substances and can be found at FEMA Flavor Ingredient Library
publication number: 3
Click here to view publication 3
average usual ppmaverage maximum ppm
baked goods: 5.000006.50000
beverages(nonalcoholic): 2.5000011.00000
beverages(alcoholic): --
breakfast cereal: --
cheese: --
chewing gum: -100.00000
condiments / relishes: --
confectionery froastings: --
egg products: --
fats / oils: --
fish products: --
frozen dairy: -44.00000
fruit ices: -44.00000
gelatins / puddings: --
granulated sugar: --
gravies: --
hard candy: -9.40000
imitation dairy: --
instant coffee / tea: --
jams / jellies: --
meat products: --
milk products: --
nut products: --
other grains: --
poultry: --
processed fruits: --
processed vegetables: --
reconstituted vegetables: --
seasonings / flavors: --
snack foods: --
soft candy: --
soups: --
sugar substitutes: --
sweet sauces: --

Safety references

European Food Safety Athority(EFSA):Flavor usage levels; Subacute, Subchronic, Chronic and Carcinogenicity Studies; Developmental / Reproductive Toxicity Studies; Genotoxicity Studies...

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reference(s):

Opinion of the Scientific Panel on food additives, flavourings, processing aids and materials in contact with food (AFC) related to Flavouring Group Evaluation 22 (FGE.22): Ring-substituted phenolic substances from chemical groups 21 and 25 (Commission Regulation (EC) No 1565/2000 of 18 July 2000)
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Flavouring Group Evaluation 58 (FGE.58) Consideration of phenol derivatives evaluated by JECFA (55th meeting) structurally related to ring substituted phenolic substances evaluated by EFSA in FGE.22 (2006) (Commission Regulation (EC) No 1565/2000 of 18 July 2000) - Opinion of the Scientific Panel on Food Additives, Flavourings, Processing Aids and Materials in contact with Food (AFC)
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Flavouring Group Evaluation 60 (FGE.60): Consideration of eugenol and related hydroxyallylbenzene derivatives evaluated by JECFA (65th meeting) structurally related to ring- substituted phenolic substances evaluated by EFSA in FGE.22 (2006)
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Scientific Opinion on Flavouring Group Evaluation 22, Revision 1 (FGE.22Rev1): Ring-substituted phenolic substances from chemical groups 21 and 25
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Scientific Opinion on the safety and efficacy of phenol derivatives containing ring-alkyl, ring-alkoxy and side-chains with an oxygenated functional group (chemical group 25) when used as flavourings for all species
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Conclusion on the peer review of the pesticide risk assessment of the active substance thymol
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Review of substances/agents that have direct beneficial effect on the environment: mode of action and assessment of efficacy
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Outcome of the consultation with Member States, the applicant and EFSA on the pesticide risk assessment for thymol in light of confirmatory data
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EPA Substance Registry Services (TSCA):89-83-8
EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data
EPA Substance Registry Services (SRS):Registry
Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary :6989
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data
WISER:UN 3261
WGK Germany:2
5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylphenol
Chemidplus:0000089838
RTECS:PX2275000 for cas# 89-83-8