8006-85-7

Basic information

• Product Name: Oils, horsemint
• Synonyms: Oils, horsemint;Horsemint Leaves Extract;Horsemint Oil;Melissa Oil;HORSEMINT LEAVES EXTRACT (MONARDA SPP.)
• CAS NO: 8006-85-7
• Molecular Weight: 0
• Mol File: 8006-85-7.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

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• CAS DataBase Reference: Oils, horsemint(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Oils, horsemint(8006-85-7)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Oils, horsemint(8006-85-7)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 8006-85-7(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Oils, horsemint, also known as Monarda punctata, is an aromatic plant native to the United States. It is characterized by its erect growth, toothed leaves, and large yellow or white flowers. The plant is known for its thymol-like odor and harsh, burning flavor. The essential oil is obtained through distillation, yielding a yellowish-red to brown liquid with a thymol-like aroma. The oil has a specific gravity of 0.930 to 0.940 and contains large crystals of thymol as its main constituent, along with carvacrol, traces of limonene, and thymol hydroquionone.

Uses

Used in Flavoring Industry:
Oils, horsemint is used as a flavoring agent for its unique, harsh, and burning aromatic flavor, reminiscent of thymol.
Used in Perfumery:
The essential oil of horsemint, with its thymol-like odor, is used in the perfumery industry to create distinctive fragrances.
Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
The thymol present in horsemint oil has antimicrobial properties, making it useful in the development of pharmaceutical products, such as antiseptics and disinfectants.
Used in Aromatherapy:
The aromatic properties of horsemint oil make it suitable for use in aromatherapy, where it can be utilized for its potential therapeutic effects, such as promoting relaxation and reducing stress.
Used in Natural Pesticides:
The essential oil of horsemint, with its strong aromatic properties, can be used as a natural pesticide to repel insects and protect crops from pests.
Used in Cosmetics:
Horsemint oil can be incorporated into cosmetics for its fragrance and potential antimicrobial properties, contributing to product preservation and enhancing the sensory experience for users.