Thymol
Also known as: 5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)phenol, 2-Isopropyl-5-methylphenol, 5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylphenol, 6-Isopropyl-3-methylphenol, 6-Isopropyl-m-cresol, Thyme camphor, Thymic acid, 3-Hydroxy-p-cymene, 3-p-Cymenol, p-Cymen-3-ol, 1-Methyl-4-isopropyl-3-hydroxybenzene, 2-Hydroxy-1-isopropyl-4-methylbenzene, 1-hydroxy-2-isopropyl-5-methylbenzene
Thymol (CAS 89-83-8) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H14O and a molecular weight of 150.218 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 48-51 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 233.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 102.2±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 89-83-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-38264-3
- Molecular Formula
- C10H14O
- Molecular Weight
- 150.218 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 48-51 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 233.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 102.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 150.104462 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 3.28 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.523 |
| Additional Property | 0.1 g/100 mL (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Marchese A, et al. Antibacterial and antifungal activities of thymol: A brief review of the literature. Food Chem. 2016 Nov 1;210:402-14. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2907199090 |
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| Summary | 2907199090 other monophenols VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Thymol?
The CAS number of Thymol is 89-83-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Thymol?
Thymol has molecular formula C10H14O and molecular weight 150.218 g/mol.
Is Thymol hazardous?
Thymol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Thymol?
For Thymol, Upstream Products: 4-Chloro-2-isopropyl-5-methylphenol, Thymol acetate, Piperitone; Downstream Products: 4-Methylsalicylic acid, 5-isopropyl-3-methylphenol, Umbellulone.
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