Terpineol MU Grade is a synthetic monoterpene alcohol compound, derived from the hydration of alpha-Pinene or Gum Turpentine. It isn’t a single isomer but a mixture of various terpineol isomers, including alpha-Terpineol, beta-Terpineol, and gamma-Terpineol, with alpha-Terpineol being the major constituent. The latter two isomers differ only by the location of their double bond.
The MU Grade is notably specifically developed for industrial applications and medical formulations. It’s widely employed as an excellent solvent for ethylcellulose, an effective plasticiser for epoxy resins, and a crucial component in fragrance synthetics.
In the medical disinfection field, the alpha-Terpineol within the MU Grade exhibits outstanding germicidal efficacy. It is primarily effective against Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, and Candida albicans. Research reports confirm that when this MU Grade product is sprayed on human skin, it can achieve an average killing naturally occurring germs on the skin surface. This characteristic makes it an ideal choice for medical disinfection and sterilisation formulations.