Thymol
Level 3 — ContestedIn Winter's Dictionary
Thymol is a flavoring — Topical antifungal aromatic flavoring
What it does
Topical antifungal aromatic flavoring
Where you'll see it
fruit, peppermint, spice flavorings for beverages and gum
What the research says
Can cause allergic reactions; in sufficient amounts causes vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, cardiac depression
Regulatory status
- US FDA: GRAS
- Notes: ASP; omitted from hypoallergenic cosmetics
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): it can cause vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, and cardiac depression when taken in sufficient amounts