Synonyms
2-Hydroxy-1-isopropyl-4-methylbenzene;2-isopropyl-5-methyl-pheno;2-Isopropyl-5-methylphenol (thymol);3-Hydroxy-1-methyl-4-isopropylbenzene;3-hydroxy-4-isopropyl-1-methylbenzene;3-hydroxy-p-cymen;3-methyl-6-(2-propyl)-phenol;3-Methyl-6-isopropylphenol
Description
Thymol is an antimicrobial compound which can increase the efficacy of antibiotics involving drug resistant bacteria. It inhibits growth and lactate production as well as reduces cellular glucose uptake within the bacteria.
Molecular Formula
C10H14O
Appearance
Crystals or Crystalline Powder
Boiling Point
232 ℃(lit.)
pKa
10.59±0.10(Predicted)