Internal standard in GC assays for presence of thymol in biological samplesEugenol is used in cosmetics, essential oil, perfumeries and flavorings. It finds application as a local antiseptic and anesthetic. It is combined with zinc oxide to form zinc oxide eugenol, which is used in dental restoration especially for root canal sealing and prosthodontics. It is also an antifungal antimicrobial agonist of the TRPV1 receptor. It is also used in production of stabilizers and antioxidants for plastics and rubbers. Further, it is used in the production of vanillin. It serves as an active ingredient in cloves. In addition to this, it is used as an insect attractant, chemical intermediate and denaturant for alcohol.
