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Object ID Number:
PH390
Object Name:
Thymol Iodide
Type:
Iodomol
Manufactured from:
1910
Manufactured to:
1930
Description / History:
Thymol Iodide (Iodomol)
Manufactured by American Synthetic Company, Philadelphia, PA
No. 1264

Thymol Iodide was a powder used as an antiseptic in the early 20th century, and was referred to as a more effective antiseptic forumation than iodoform. The thymol iodide powder was distributed in a clear rectangular glass bottle with a round metal shake top for easy application.
Dimensions:
H–4.5 W–1.75 L–1.75 inches
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