Camphor [76-22-2]

Referencia 269047-100g

embalaje : 100g

Marca : US Biological



269047 Camphor

Grade
Highly Purified
Shipping Temp
RT
Storage Temp
RT

(±)-Camphor, has a strong aromatic odor. It is toxic to insects so it can be used as repellent. Camphor can also be used as a plasticizer for nitrocellulose, as a moth repellent, and as an antimicrobial substance.
This compound is a contaminant of emerging concern (CECs).

Synonyms:
(+/-)-Camphor; 1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one; 1,7,7-Trimethylnorcamphor; 2-Bornanone; DL-2-Bornanone; 2-Camphanone; Alphanon; Borneo camphor; DL-Camphor; Root bark Oil; Spirit of Camphor

CAS No:
76-22-2

Molecular Formula:
C₁₀H₁₆O

Molecular Weight:
152.23

Purity (GC):
≥95%

Appearance:
Crystals or powder or crystalline powder or fused solid

Melting Point:
172-176°C

Identity (FTIR):
Conforms to reference

Solubility:
Soluble in acetone, ethanol, diethylether, chloroform and acetic acid.

Storage and Stability:
Store at -20°C under inert atmosphere. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents and chlorinated solvents.

Applications
Important Note: This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological. Toxicity and Hazards: All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.
Form
Crystals or powder or crystalline powder or fused solid
Purity
≥95% (GC)
References
Abdelgaleil, S.A.M. Appl. Entomol. Zool., 45, 425 (2010); Tabanca, N. et al.: J. Agric. Food. Chem., 49, 4300 (2001)