CAMPHOR SYNTHETIC
Synthetic camphor provides similar soothing and counterirritant effects for topical formulations. Side effects include irritation and rare toxicity if ingested. Only GMP materials will be supplied, logistics all according to GDP.
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Product Description
Mechanism of action
Synthetic camphor is chemically identical to natural camphor but produced via industrial synthesis. It modulates TRPV3/TRPA1 ion channels, alters nociceptive signalling, increases local microcirculation and produces characteristic cooling and counterirritant responses.
Benefits and advantages
Used in sensory-neuroscience research, TRP-ion-channel pharmacology, dermal-irritation modelling, topical-formulation studies and analgesic-terpenoid SAR investigations.
Side effects and risks
Risks include irritation, CNS effects at high systemic doses, allergic reactions and respiratory sensitisation. Handle under aromatic-terpenoid compound protocols.
Only GMP materials will be supplied, logistics all according to GDP.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C10H16O |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 152.23 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 76-22-2 |
| Storage Condition | Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. |
| Solubility | Insoluble (NIOSH, 2024) |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | camphor; 76-22-2; DL-Camphor; 2-Camphanone; 2-Bornanone |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | 1,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one (synthetic) |
| InChl Key | NOKUBXBTJJWJNL-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C10H16O/c1-9(2)7-4-5-10(9,3)8(11)6-7/h7H,4-6H2,1-3H3 |
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