A pungent-smelling colourless crystalline compound, C10H14O;m.p. 51°C. It occurs in various essentialoils, particularly oil of thyme,and can be made by using iron(III)chloride to oxidize piperitone (itselfextracted from eucalyptus oil). Itsantiseptic properties are exploited ingargles and mouthwashes.
CAS No.:89-83-8, 89-83-8
Other Names:3-p-cymenol
MF:C10H14O
FEMA No.:3066
Place of Origin:Jiangxi, China
Type:Natural Flavour & Fragrances
Usage:Daily Flavor, Food Flavor
Purity:100%
Natural Variety:Plant Extract
Model Number:BLF
Odour:with the lasting hot smell
Colour:white crystal powder
Solubility:1g soluble in 3ml 80% ethanol
Melting point:≥49℃