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(±)-Camphor, 96%
Description
Camphor is used in the preparation of mothballs. It acts as a plasticizer for nitrocellulose, and an ingredient for fireworks and explosive munitions. It is useful in the treatment of sprains, swellings and inflammation. It is also used to synthesize carbon nanotubes by chemical vapor deposition process of camphor.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Camphor is used in the preparation of mothballs. It acts as a plasticizer for nitrocellulose, and an ingredient for fireworks and explosive munitions. It is useful in the treatment of sprains, swellings and inflammation. It is also used to synthesize carbon nanotubes by chemical vapor deposition process of camphor.
Solubility
Soluble in acetone, ethanol, diethylether, chloroform and acetic acid.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents and chlorinated solvents.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 172°C to 176°C |
Density | 0.992 |
Boiling Point | 204°C |
Flash Point | 64°C (147°F) |
Assay Percent Range | 96% |
Odor | Camphor-like |
Quantity | 2500 g |
UN Number | UN2717 |
Beilstein | 1907611 |
Merck Index | 14,1732 |
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Certificates
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Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Product Code |
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10255570 | Certificate of Analysis | 24/06/2025 | A10936.22,A10936.36,A10936.0C,A10936.0E |
10238684 | Certificate of Analysis | 12/04/2022 | A10936.22,A10936.0C,A10936.36,A10936.0E |
D25X009 | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A10936.22,A10936.0C,A10936.36,A10936.0E |
10222724 | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A10936.22,A10936.0C,A10936.36,A10936.0E |
10195237 | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A10936.22,A10936.0C,A10936.36,A10936.0E |
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