Introduction：Camphor is a waxy, white or transparent solid with a strong, aromatic odor.It is a terpenoid with the chemical formula C₁₀H₁₆O. It also occurs in some other related trees in the laurel family, notably Ocotea usambarensis. It can also be synthetically produced from oil of turpentine.
Appearance: A colorless or white colored crystalline powder with a strong mothball-like odor
Molecular formula: C₁₀H₁₆O
Molecular weight: 152.23
CAS Number: 76-22-2
Application: Modern uses include as a plasticizer for nitrocellulose, as a moth repellent, as an antimicrobial substance, in embalming, and in fireworks. Solid camphor releases fumes that form a rust-preventative coating and is therefore stored in tool chests to protect tools against rust.Camphor crystals are also used to prevent damage to insect collections by other small insects.
It is also used in medicine and Hindu religious ceremonies.
Stability: Stable.Combustible.Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, metallic salts, combustible materials, organic.
Specification: DAB-10