Borneol Flakes
Borneol exists as two enantiomers which have two different CAS numbers. Naturally occurring d-(+)-borneol is optically active. It can be found in several species of Artemisia and Dipterocarpaceae.
Borneol is used in traditional Chinese medicine as moxa. Borneol is also a component of many essential oils, and it is a natural insect repellent.
Basic information
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Chemical Name
Borneol Flakes, ((1S)-endo)-(-)-borneol, endo-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, l-borneol, endo-1,7,7-trimethyl-bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, endo-2-bornanol, baros camphor, bhimsaim camphor, borneo camphor, bornyl alcohol, 2-hydroxycamphane, 2-camphanol, camphol, Malayan camphor, Sumatra camphor, dryobalanops camphor
Molecular Formula
C10H17OH
CAS No.
507-70-0 for d-(+)-borneol, 464-45-9 for l-(-)-borneol
Chemical structure
Molecular Weight
154.24
EINECS:
208-080-0
Appearance
colorless transparent or white translucent lumps
Specification
In conformity with the standard of CP2000
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Appearance
colorless transparent or white translucent lumps
Melting point
205-210 °C min
Identification
up to the test
Acidity or alkalinity
up to the test
Involatile substance
0.035% max.
Water content
the solution (1g/10Ml petroleum spirit) is clear
Heavy metal
5 ppm max.
Arsenide content
2 ppm max.
Packing
1)In 25 Kg fibre drum (Φ370570), quantity in 20'FCL: 360 drums (9MT)
2)In 40 Kg fibre drum (Φ460640), quantity in 20'FCL: 180 drums (7.2MT)
Shipping Information
Borneol, 4.1, UN1312, PG III
Storage
Store at Room Temperature: Keep tightly closed
