Camphor
- CAS Number
- 76-22-2
- HSN Code
- 29142921
- Molecular Formula
- C10H16O
- Catalogue Number
- AL1115
- Purity
- ≥ 95%
- Molecular Weight
- 152.24 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Camphor is a cyclic monoterpene ketone that is bornane bearing an oxo substituent at position 2. A naturally occurring monoterpenoid.
Also known as 1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one.
- Catalogue No.
- AL1115
- CAS Number
- 76-22-2
- Molecular Formula
- C10H16O
- Molecular Weight
- 152.24 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29142921
- Grade
- 95% Purified
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 174-179 °C; Boiling point: 209 °C; Flash point: 150 °F; 66 °C (Closed Cup); Density: 0.992 at 25 °C/4 °C; Solubility: In water, 1.6X10+3 mg/L at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- Colorless or white crystals, granules, or crystalline masses; or as colorless to white, translucent, tough masses
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 gm plastic bottle, 5 Kg plastic bottle
- Storage
- Separated from strong oxidants, strong reducing agents, chlorinated solvents and food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Camphor
- Catalogue No.
- AL1115
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 76-22-2
- EC Number
- 200-945-0
- Grade
- 95% Purified
- EC Index Number
- 607-001-00-0
- Chemical Formula
- C10H16O
- HSN Code
- 29142921
- Synonyms
- 1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Used in medicinal formulations and as a plasticizer in celluloid production.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Flam. Sol. 2; Acute Tox. 4; STOT SE 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 2537 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Flammable, Irritant, Health Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H228: Flammable solid; H332: Harmful if inhaled; H371: May cause damage to organs
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- May cause respiratory irritation and skin sensitization.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Camphor
- CAS No.
- 76-22-2
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing, wash the skin with soap and water, and get medical attention promptly.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Headache, dizziness, nausea, and skin irritation.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and eliminate all ignition sources. Use appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and particulates adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Ventilation. Remove all ignition sources. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from strong oxidants, strong reducing agents, chlorinated solvents and food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if dust is generated.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White
- Odour
- Fragrant and penetrating odor
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- 174-179 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 209 °C
- Flash point
- 150 °F; 66 °C (Closed Cup)
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 871 °F (466 °C)
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable solid
- Vapour pressure
- Vapor pressure = 27 Pa at 20 °C (= 0.20 mm Hg)
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 5.24 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 0.992 at 25 °C/4 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 1.6X10+3 mg/L at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- 2.38 measured
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not specified
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions; avoid strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic gases and irritating fumes. Reacts violently with strong oxidants, strong reducing agents and chlorinated solvents.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Not specified
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Mouse oral 1310 mg/kg; LD50 Rat subcutaneously 70 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse ip 3000 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- H371: May cause damage to organs
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 2717
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 2717
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 2717
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 2717
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 2717
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Camphor
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Camphor
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Camphor
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Camphor
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Camphor
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 4.1
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- III
- Packing group (IMDG)
- III
- Packing group (IATA)
- III
- Packing group (ADN)
- III
- Packing group (RID)
- III
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a reference compound in topical analgesic/decongestant formulation research and historically in celluloid plastic production.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00403
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 152.24 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 95% | 96.5% |
| Melting Point | 174-176 °C | 175 °C |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
| Solubility | Soluble in alcohol and ether | Soluble in both solvents. |
The above product is expected to comply with 95% Purified grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95% Purified | ≥ 95% | m.p. 174-179 °C; b.p. 209 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | In water, 1.6X10+3 mg/L at 25 °C |
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