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Catalog Number:
33427
CAS Number:
464-45-9
-)-Borneol
Purity:
≥ 97% (GC)
Synonym(s):
endo-(1S-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, (1S,2R,4S-1,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol
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Product Information

(-)-Borneol is used as a component of many essential oils and also used as a natural insect repellent.

Synonyms
endo-(1S-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, (1S,2R,4S-1,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol
CAS Number
464-45-9
Purity
≥ 97% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C10H18O
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00003759
PubChem ID
64685
Melting Point
208 - 210 °C
Appearance
White powder
Optical Rotation
[a]20D = -35 ± 2 ° (C = 5 in Ethanol)
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
endo-(1S-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, (1S,2R,4S-1,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol
CAS Number
464-45-9
Purity
≥ 97% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C10H18O
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00003759
PubChem ID
64685
Melting Point
208 - 210 °C
Appearance
White powder
Optical Rotation
[a]20D = -35 ± 2 ° (C = 5 in Ethanol)
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

(-)-Borneol is widely utilized in research focused on various applications across different industries.

  • Pharmaceuticals: Used as a natural compound in traditional medicine, (-)-Borneol exhibits anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, making it valuable in developing pain relief medications.
  • Fragrance Industry: Its pleasant aroma makes it a popular ingredient in perfumes and essential oils, providing a refreshing scent that enhances personal care products.
  • Food Industry: Employed as a flavoring agent, (-)-Borneol adds a unique taste to culinary products, particularly in Asian cuisines, enhancing the overall sensory experience.
  • Cosmetics: Incorporated into skincare formulations for its antimicrobial properties, it helps in preserving products and promoting skin health.
  • Research and Development: Used in organic synthesis and as a chiral building block, (-)-Borneol is crucial for creating complex molecules in pharmaceutical research, offering advantages in stereochemistry.

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