Thymol Crystal, Lab Grade

Thymol is a natural Monoterpene derivative of Cymene, a phenol. It is a monoterpenoid that belongs to the phenol family. It appears as a white crystalline solid with an aromatic odor and pungent taste at room temperature. It is a component of thyme oil, a naturally occurring combination of chemicals found in the Thymus Vulgaris plant. Animal repellents, fungicides, medicinal disinfectants, and virucide pesticides, all contain Thymol as an active component. All pesticides marketed or distributed in the United States of America (USA) must be registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Thymol based pesticides comply with the standards set by the EPA. Lab Alleys premium quality Thymol Crystals, Lab Grade are available for sale in the USA.

Thymol has been used in alcohol solutions and in dusting powders for the treatment of tinea or ringworm infections, and was used in the United States to treat hookworm infections.