W306509

Thyme oil

white, FG

• CAS Number: 8007-46-3
• FEMA Number: 3065
• MDL number: MFCD00148640
• UNSPSC Code: 12164502
• NACRES: NA.21

Properties

• biological source: Thymus vulgaris and/or Thymus zygis oil
• grade: FG; Fragrance grade; Halal; Kosher
• Agency: follows IFRA guidelines
• reg. compliance: EU Regulation 1223/2009; EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 872/2012; FDA 21 CFR 182.2
• optical activity: [α]20/D −1°, neat
• origin: France origin
• refractive index: n20/D 1.502
• bp: 195 °C
• density: 0.917 g/mL at 25 °C
• application(s): flavors and fragrances
• Documentation: see Safety & Documentation for available documents
• food allergen: no known allergens
• fragrance allergen: linalool, citral (neral+geranial), limonene (sum of D, L and DL), geraniol, α-pinene and β-pinene
• Organoleptic: herbaceous; camphoraceous

Description

General description

Natural occurrence: Thyme.

Application

• Obliteration of H. pylori infection through the development of a novel thyme oil laden nanoporous gastric floating microsponge.: This study presents an innovative application of thyme oil encapsulated within nanoporous microsponges designed to target and eradicate Helicobacter pylori in the stomach, demonstrating the potential of natural compounds in medical applications (Jafar et al., 2024).


• Experimental trials to assess the immune modulatory influence of thyme and ginseng oil on NDV-vaccinated broiler chickens.: This research evaluates the immunomodulatory effects of thyme oil on vaccinated poultry, suggesting its utility in enhancing immune responses in agricultural practices (Hassanin et al., 2024).


• Antimicrobial polysaccharide hydrogels embedded with methyl-β-cyclodextrin/thyme oil inclusion complexes for exceptional mechanical performance and chilled chicken breast preservation.: Highlights the development of polysaccharide-based hydrogels incorporating thyme oil for food preservation, showcasing its antibacterial properties and potential for extending the shelf life of perishable goods (Chen et al., 2024).


• Corn cob nanocellulose packaging for increasing the shelf life of food products.: Investigates the role of thyme oil in biodegradable packaging solutions, enhancing the antimicrobial properties of corn cob nanocellulose composites, which could revolutionize sustainable packaging technologies (Cheran et al., 2024).


• Evaluation of the effectiveness of natural extract as a substituent for synthetic preservatives and antioxidants in pharmaceutical preparations.: Examines thyme oil′s efficacy as a natural preservative in pharmaceutical products, promoting its application as a safer alternative to synthetic additives (Al-Rimawi et al., 2024).

Biochem/physiol Actions

Taste at 50 ppm

Safety Information

• Pictograms: GHS02,GHS05
• Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements: H226,H314
• Precautionary Statements: P210 - P233 - P240 - P280 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P305 + P351 + P338
• Hazard Classifications: Flam. Liq. 3 - Skin Corr. 1B
• Storage Class Code: 3 - Flammable liquids
• WGK: WGK 2
• Flash Point(F): 140.0 °F - closed cup
• Flash Point(C): 60 °C - closed cup
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves