Para-cymene, also known as p-cymene, is a colorless liquid with an aroma similar to that of turpentine. It's naturally found in essential oils from plants such as cumin, thyme and oregano and has many uses within fragrance production such as flavoring agents or components for fragrances; resins plastics synthetic perfumes. Para-cymene has also been found to exhibit various biological activities like antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties which could have potential pharmaceutical uses as well.