Description

Thymol Iodide is an organoiodine compound derived from the natural monoterpenoid phenol, thymol. This specialized chemical is valued for its antiseptic and disinfectant properties, making it a critical intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients and preservative agents. It serves key roles in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and industrial biocides sectors, where controlled iodination and antimicrobial efficacy are required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of antiseptic and disinfectant APIs, particularly for topical applications.
• Antiseptic Formulations: A key active ingredient in medicated ointments, throat lozenges, and surgical scrubs.
• Personal Care Preservative: Employed as a preservative and antimicrobial agent in cosmetics and oral hygiene products.
• Veterinary Medicine: Utilized in disinfectant solutions and wound care treatments for animals.
• Industrial Biocide: Acts as a fungicide and algicide in cooling water systems and industrial process fluids.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reagent in organic synthesis and microbiological studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thymol Iodide
CAS No.	552-22-7
Molecular Formula	C10H13IO
Molecular Weight	276.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Iodothymol; 5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-4-iodophenol; 4-Iodo-2-isopropyl-5-methylphenol; Iodothymol; Aristol; Thymiodol; Thymol Monoiodide; Anayodin
EINECS	209-001-9

Quality Control

Our Thymol Iodide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air and light should be avoided to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellowish to brownish crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	68°C - 72°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.