Camphor

CAS Number: 76-22-2
HS Code: 2914.22.00

IUPAC Name: (1R,4R)-1,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one
Molecular Formula: C10H16O
Molecular Weight (g/mol): 152.2300
Synonyms & Trade Names: Camphor; 2-Camphanone; 1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one
Purity / Assay (%): 96% min
Grade / Quality Level: Technical Grade

Physical Form: Solid
Concentration: Pure substance
Appearance / Color: White to off-white solid
Odor: Camphor
Melting Point (°C): 179.0000
Boiling Point (°C): 204
Density (g/cm³): 0.9900
Solubility in Water: Slightly soluble
Signal Word: Warning
GHS Hazard Class: Flammable; Acute toxic; Skin irritant
H-Statements: H228|H302|H312|H315|H332|H361
P-Statements: P210|P260|P264|P270|P271|P280
REACH Status: Registered
Drug Precursor Status: Non-precursor
Storage Class (GHS): 3
Storage Conditions: Cool, dry; away from ignition; sealed

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Camphor can be obtained from camphor oil or synthesized from other starting materials. One common method for obtaining camphor is by the distillation of the wood of the camphor tree or by synthesis from turpentine oil, which is derived from pine trees.