Isoborneol

Description

Isoborneol is identified by CAS 124-76-5, molecular formula C10H18O and molecular weight 154.14 g/mol. UNII L88RA8N5EG; InChIKey DTGKSKDOIYIVQL-AFAAIUEZNA-N. Melting Point: 216 °C; Melting Point: 212 °C; Density: 1.10 g/cm cu at 20 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	124-76-5
PubChem CID	6321405
Molecular formula	C10H18O
Molecular weight	154.14 g/mol
IUPAC name	(1R,2R,4R)-1,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol
InChIKey	DTGKSKDOIYIVQL-AFAAIUEZNA-N
UNII (FDA)	L88RA8N5EG
FEMA number	2158
JECFA number	1386

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	154.25
XLogP3	2.7
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	1
Rotatable Bond Count	0
Exact Mass	154.135765193
Monoisotopic Mass	154.135765193
Topological Polar Surface Area	20.2
Heavy Atom Count	11
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Melting Point	216 °C
Melting Point	212 °C
Density	1.10 g/cm cu at 20 °C
Vapor Pressure	0.03 [mmHg]
LogP	log Kow = 3.24

Physical description & handling notes

• Liquid; CBI; Other Solid
• White solid; [Hawley]
• Solid
• White to off-white crystals; piney camphoraceous aroma
• White solid
• Tablets from petroleum ether

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Camphor, Must No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H228 (99.6%), H315 (11.4%)

Documented Uses

• Used as a synthetic flavor; In over-the-counter preparations containing <11% camphor, it has been used as a moth repellent, cold sore topical medication, muscle liniment, and steam-inhaled cough suppressant; [HSDB] Used in perfumes; [Hawley]
• Table: Reported uses (ppm): (Flavor and Extract Manufacturers' Association) [Table#4225]
• Flavoring Agents -> JECFA Flavorings Index
• Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes
• Information on 6 consumer products that contain Isoborneol in the following categories is provided:
• By hydrolysis of isobornyl acetate, or by catalytic reduction of camphor (both d- and l-isomers); the optically inactive compound can be prepared by treating camphene with 1:1 mixture of sulfuric acid and glacial acetic acid and then hydrolyzing the isobornyl acetate.

Synonyms

Isoborneol; 124-76-5; Isocamphol; Isobornyl alcohol; 2-exo-Bornyl alcohol; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, 1,7,7-trimethyl-, (1R,2R,4R)-rel-; FEMA No. 2158; DTXSID2042060; L88RA8N5EG; DTXCID0022060; NSC-26350; Bicyclo(2.2.1)heptan-2-ol, 1,7,7-trimethyl-, (1R,2R,4R)-rel-; RefChem:5910; 204-712-4; (-)-Isoborneol; DL-Isoborneol

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Isoborneol?

CAS 124-76-5; molecular formula C10H18O; molecular weight 154.14 g/mol.

What other names is Isoborneol known by?

Isoborneol, 124-76-5, Isocamphol, Isobornyl alcohol, 2-exo-Bornyl alcohol, Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, 1,7,7-trimethyl-, (1R,2R,4R)-rel-.

What is the regulatory status of Isoborneol?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT; Flavoring Agents.

Is Isoborneol classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H228, H315.

What are the key physical properties of Isoborneol?

Melting Point: 216 °C; Melting Point: 212 °C; Density: 1.10 g/cm cu at 20 °C; Vapor Pressure: 0.03 [mmHg].

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