CAMPHOR POWDER USP

CAMPHOR POWDER USP , appears as a transparent crystal or fused mass that ranges in color from white to gray and has a distinct camphor smell. This material is optically inactive and perfect for many uses. Excellentia, or synthetic camphor powder, has special qualities that make it reliable and adaptable for a range of applications.

Synonyms: 1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]-2-heptanone, 1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one, 1,7,7-Trimethylnorcamphor, 2-Camphanone, (±)-Camphor, 2-Bornanone, DL-Camphor, Alphanon

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Identification & Functionality

Country of Origin
India
Flavor Family
Taste Technology
Flavor Ingredient Class
Flavors
Flavor Notes
Camphor
Ingredient Name
Camphor
Tilley Product Number
10038-01
Food Ingredients Functions
Flavoring Agent
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Flavoring Agent
Molecular formula
C₁₀H₁₆O
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients,
Flavor & Fragrance Ingredients,
Food Ingredients,
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Product Families
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients
Flavors & Taste Maskers
Flavor & Fragrance Ingredients — Flavors
Formulated Flavors
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Aroma Ingredients
Food Ingredients — Taste & Flavor
Flavor Ingredients

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Allergen-free,
Animal Products-free,
Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE)-free,
Caffeine-free,
Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS),
Irradiation-free,
Kosher,
Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)-free,
Nanomaterials-free,
Non-Genetically Modified Organism (GMO),
Not Listed In California Proposition 65,
Not Tested on Animals,
Palm Oil-free,
Pareve,
Pesticide-free,
Sewage Sludge-free,
Sulfites-free,
TSE-free,
Tartrazine-free,
Vegan
Food Ingredients Features
Sewage Sludge Free

Properties

Physical Form
Crystals,
Solid
Odor
Characteristic of camphor
Appearance
White crystalline solid
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Refractive Index (at 20 °C)1.475 - 1.485-FCC Method
Molecular Weight152.24g/mol-
Boiling Point204°C-
Flash Point66.1°C-
Non-Volatile Residue0.0 - 0.05%-
Optical Rotation-0.1 to 0.1-FCC Method
Melting Point174 - 179°CFCC Method
Optically Inactive (in alcohol)100 mg/mL FCC Method
Purity (by GC)96.00 - 100.00%QC_30.M
Halogens (Turbidity)max. 0.035%-
Residual Solventsmax. 2170ppmFCC Method

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Directive 178/2002/EC,
Directive 2001/18/EC,
FDA 21 CFR 117,
FDA 21 CFR 170,
FDA 21 CFR 182,
FDA Compliant,
FEMA Compliant,
GMP,
Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS),
Orthodox Union Kosher, Kashruth Division,
Regulation (EC) No. 1333/2008,
Regulation (EC) No. 1334/2008,
Regulation (EC) No. 2019/1381,
Regulation (EU) No. 1829/2003,
Regulation (EU) No. 1830/2003,
Regulation (EU) No. 231/2012,
United States Pharmacopeia (USP),
cGMP
Chemical Inventories
AICS (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
TSCA (USA)

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
3 years, 730 days
Storage Conditions
  • Stable under normal conditions
  • Store in a cool, dry place away from heat and sunlight
  • Shelf life considerations apply only for original unopened containers