Cineole(CAS#406-67-7)

 Cineole(CAS#406-67-7)

Cineole, also known as 1,8-epoxy-p-monane, is an important monoterpenoid.
In nature, eucalyptus is widely found in a variety of plants, especially eucalyptus plants have a high content in volatile oils. It has a special smell and is often used in the spice and flavor industry to add a unique fresh and cool atmosphere to the product, and plays an important role in some toothpaste, chewing gum, oral fresheners and other products, which can effectively improve breath and bring a refreshing feeling.
In the field of medicine, eucalyptol also has certain medicinal value. It has pharmacological activities such as expectorant, cough suppressant, anti-inflammatory, etc., which can help sputum discharge and relieve cough symptoms by stimulating the mucosa of the respiratory tract, promoting mucus secretion and ciliary movement, and is often used in the formulation of some cough and phlegm drugs. In addition, its anti-inflammatory effect helps to reduce the inflammatory response of the respiratory tract, which has certain significance for the adjuvant treatment of respiratory tract infections and other diseases.
In industry, eucalyptol can be used as a solvent, due to its relatively low toxicity and good solubility, it can play a role in dissolving other components and adjusting the viscosity of the system in some chemical synthesis processes and coatings, inks and other products, so as to promote the smooth progress of the production process.