Camphene

Description

Camphene is identified by CAS 79-92-5, molecular formula C10H16 and molecular weight 136.12 g/mol. UNII G3VG94Z26E; ChEBI 3830; InChIKey CRPUJAZIXJMDBK-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 310 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999); Boiling Point: 156-160 °C; Melting Point: 122 °F (USCG, 1999).

Identification

Computed Descriptors

Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical description & handling notes

• Camphene appears as a colorless to white crystalline solid with an insipid camphor-like odor. Dust and crystals are irritants to the eyes, nose and throat. Emits flammable vapors when heated. Emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes at high temperature. Used for the manufacture of synthetic camphor.
• Liquid; CBI
• Colorless solid; Insoluble in water; [Hawley] White solid; Insoluble in water; [MSDSonline]
• COLOURLESS SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.
• Colourless crystalline solid; mild, oil-camphoraceous aroma
• Colorless crystals

Regulatory Status

GHS Hazard Classification

Documented Uses

• Occurs in many essential oils; [Merck Index] Used as a food additive, flavoring agent, chemical intermediate, camphor substitute, mothproofing tablet, feedstock for polymerized terpene resins, fragrance, and plasticizer for resins and lacquers; [HSDB]
• Chemical intermediate for the perfume component, isobornyl acetate, misc specialty aromatics, and the insecticides isobornyl thiocyanoacetate and toxaphene
• Manufacture of synthetic camphor; camphor substitute.
• Used in tablet form for mothproofing
• For more Uses (Complete) data for CAMPHENE (8 total), please visit the HSDB record page.
• Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes

Synonyms

CAMPHENE; 79-92-5; DL-Camphene; Comphene; 2,2-Dimethyl-3-methylenenorbornane; 2,2-dimethyl-3-methylidenebicyclo[2.2.1]heptane; 2,2-Dimethyl-3-methylenebicyclo[2.2.1]heptane; 3,3-Dimethyl-2-methylenenorbornane; 3,3-Dimethyl-2-methylenenorcamphane; FEMA No. 2229; DTXSID8026488; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane, 2,2-dimethyl-3-methylene-; G3VG94Z26E; Bicyclo(2.2.1)heptane, 2,2-dimethyl-3-methylene-; NSC-4165; 2,2-Dimethyl-3-methylenebicyclo(2.2.1)heptane

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Camphene?

CAS 79-92-5; molecular formula C10H16; molecular weight 136.12 g/mol.

What other names is Camphene known by?

CAMPHENE, 79-92-5, DL-Camphene, Comphene, 2,2-Dimethyl-3-methylenenorbornane, 2,2-dimethyl-3-methylidenebicyclo[2.2.1]heptane.

What is the regulatory status of Camphene?

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

Is Camphene classified as hazardous?

2.3% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (48 of 2128).

What are the key physical properties of Camphene?

Boiling Point: 310 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999); Boiling Point: 156-160 °C; Melting Point: 122 °F (USCG, 1999); Melting Point: 52 °C.

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