Description

White Camphor Oil is a natural essential oil steam-distilled from the wood of the *Cinnamomum camphora* tree. This versatile product is valued for its characteristic penetrating aroma and a range of functional properties, including its role as a plasticizer, fragrance component, and topical agent. It serves as a key raw material for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fragrance, and industrial sectors seeking a reliable, high-quality natural ingredient.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates & Topical Preparations: Used in the synthesis of certain pharmaceutical compounds and as a component in liniments, balms, and ointments for its soothing and counter-irritant properties.
• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Employed as a base note in perfumery for its fresh, penetrating, and long-lasting camphoraceous scent, and as a flavoring agent in certain food products.
• Industrial Manufacturing: Functions as a plasticizer in the production of celluloid and other plastics, and as a solvent in various chemical processes.
• Household & Personal Care Products: A common ingredient in moth repellents, air fresheners, disinfectants, and medicated soaps due to its distinctive odor and perceived antimicrobial qualities.
• Traditional & Aromatherapy Uses: Utilized in traditional medicine practices and in aromatherapy for inhalation and diffusion applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	White Camphor Oil
CAS No.	8008-51-3
Molecular Formula	Mixture (Primarily C10H16O)
Molecular Weight	N/A (Mixture)
Synonyms	Camphor Oil, White; Camphor Essential Oil; Laurel Camphor Oil; Cinnamomum camphora Oil; Kapur; Japanese Camphor Oil; Gum Camphor Oil; Camphorwood Oil
EINECS	232-374-3

Quality Control

Our White Camphor Oil is produced and tested to ensure it meets stringent quality parameters suitable for its target applications. We adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and can provide material compliant with relevant standards such as FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) for food-grade applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical constants, and compositional analysis is available for every batch upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flames. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain quality. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Odor	Characteristic, penetrating camphoraceous odor
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.870 - 0.900
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.465 - 1.480
Optical Rotation (20°C)	+10° to +35°
Assay (Camphor, GC)	≥ 30.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.