Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of (+)-Camphor (CAS: 464-49-3)?
Answer
(+)-Camphor is used in pharmaceuticals as a topical analgesic and antiseptic. It also finds applications in the production of plastics, coatings, and as a fragrance ingredient in consumer products. In the food industry, it is used as a flavoring agent, and in research, it serves as a model compound for studying terpenoids and their biological activities.
About
CAS No
464-49-3
English Name
(+)-Camphor
Molecular Formula
C10H16O
Molecular Weight
152.24 g/mol
SMILES
O=C1[C@](C2(C)C)(C)CC[C@]2([H])C1
InChIKey
DSSYKIVIOFKYAU-XCBNKYQSSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
