Products Description
| Product Name | Natural Camphor |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Flower Type | Has a pungent, initially spicy, then cool flavor |
| Shelf Life | Two years |
| Melting Point: | 176-181°C |
| Storage | Cool, dry place, sealed and protected from light. |
Tips: Because essential oils are plant-derived, they may vary slightly in color, aroma, and flavor from batch to batch due to factors such as sunlight, rainfall, soil conditions, and the extraction process. This is normal for the product. Please be aware of this!
Natural camphor is a natural terpene organic compound extracted from the camphor tree. It is typically a white or transparent waxy solid with a camphorwood odor. It is used in the pharmaceutical and plastics industries, as well as in daily life for insect repellent, moth repellent, and odor control. The extraction process involves distillation and sublimation of the camphor tree.
Extraction and Properties
Source: Primarily extracted from the trunk, branches, or leaves of the camphor tree.
Extraction Method: Camphor oil is obtained by steam distillation of the camphor tree material, which is then purified by vacuum fractionation and sublimation.
Physical Properties: It is a white or transparent waxy solid at room temperature, flammable, and has a pungent aromatic odor.
Important Note:
Natural camphor is harmful to young children and pregnant women. Avoid contact with or exposure to its odor in infants and young children, and avoid storing it with baby clothing.
Uses
Pharmaceutical: Used as an intermediate and raw material in pharmaceuticals, and also in the preparation of stimulants and cardiotonic drugs.
Industrial: Used as a plasticizer in the production of celluloid, explosives, and rubber. Insect and Antiseptic Properties: Used in insect repellents and preservatives, and often used to protect clothing from moths and mildew.
Other Uses: Can also be used in the production of fragrances and as a reference sample for gas chromatography.
Differences from Synthetic Camphor: Natural camphor: Extracted from camphor trees, it is relatively expensive.
Synthetic camphor: Produced through chemical synthesis using turpentine, it holds a significant market share and has similar uses to natural camphor.
Appearance: Natural camphor is a pure, white or colorless crystal, waxy solid with a pleasant aroma.
Packaging & Shipping
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