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Camphor

Also known as: 2-Bornanone, 1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one

Sharp, penetrating, minty-herbal, cooling, medicinal

IFRA Restriction

This is the maximum allowed percentage of this material in the total finished product, not in the fragrance concentrate.

For example, if a fine fragrance (Category 4A) contains 20% fragrance oil, and IFRA allows 10% of this material, the material can be up to 50% of the fragrance concentrate (10% ÷ 20% = 50%).

EU Allergen

This ingredient is classified as an EU allergen under the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

Labeling thresholds:

  • 0.001% in leave-on products
  • 0.01% in rinse-off products
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CAS 76-22-2
Manufacturers Various

About Camphor

A waxy, crystalline terpenoid with a strong, penetrating aromatic odor.

Molecular Information
Molecular Formula C10H16O
Molecular Weight 152.23 g/mol
Boiling Point 399 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024)
Flash Point 150 °F (NIOSH, 2024)
Density 0.99 (NIOSH, 2024) - Less dense than water; will float
LogP 2.38
Vapor Pressure 0.2 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024)
InChIKey DSSYKIVIOFKYAU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Sources: PubChem

Safety Information
Danger

GHS Classification

Acute toxicity, inhalationAcute toxicity, oralFlammable solidsSkin corrosion/irritationSpecific target organ toxicity, repeated exposureSpecific target organ toxicity, single exposure

Hazard Statements

  • H228: Flammable solid
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H332: Harmful if inhaled
  • H371: May cause damage to organs
  • H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Sources: PubChem (ECHA C&L)