Camphor

Camphor;2-Bornanone; Bornan-2-one; 2-Camphanone; Camphora; Cinnamomum camphora Formosa camphor; Gum camphor; Japan camphor; 2-Keto-1,7,7-trimethylnorcamphane; Laurel camphor Matricaria camphor; 2-Oxobornane; 1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo (2.2.1)-2-heptanone; 1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo [2.2.1] heptan-2-one; 1,7,7-Trimethylnorcamphor

Camphor is a Ketone derived from wood of the camphor tree, Cinnamomum camphora or prepared synthetically Camphor uses and applications include: Plasticizer for cellulose nitrate, other explosives, lacquers; insecticides; moth and mildew proofing; embalming; pyrotechnics; intermediate; fragrance ingredient (incense, technical products); denaturant, film-former in cosmetics; in food packaging adhesives; natural flavoring agent in foods and pharmaceuticals; tooth powders; active OTC drug ingredient; medicine (sedative, anodyne, antispasmodic, diaphoretic, anthelmintic, anesthetic, analgesic, topical anti-infective, anti-itching agent) Suggested storage of Camphor: Keep tightly closed away from heat FEMA#: 2230 (D-)