Bornyl Acetate

Independent reference data for Bornyl Acetate (CAS 5655-61-8), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Naturally occurring bornyl acetate--occurs in the essential oils of some plants; Used in fragrances and flavors; [Merck Index] Used as a flavoring agent; [FDA]Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes

Synonyms and trade names

(-)-Bornyl acetate; 5655-61-8; L-bornyl acetate; (-)-Borneol acetate; Bornyl acetate, (-)-; Levo-bornyl acetate; UNII-24QAP1VCUX; 24QAP1VCUX; Borneol, acetate, (1S,2R,4S)-(-)-; EINECS 227-101-4; BORNYL ACETATE, L-; BORNYL ACETATE L-FORM; BORNEOL, L-, ACETATE; 1S-ENDO-BORNYL ACETATE; FEMA NO. 4080; BORNEOL ACETATE, (-)-

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Herb, Pine Floral
GHS notification summary	100% (1557 / 1557)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	100% (1557 / 1557)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 100% (1557 of 1557) of all reports.

Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 1557 of 1557 companies. For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.

What the public record says

L-bornyl acetate is identified by CAS 5655-61-8, molecular formula C12H20O2 and molecular weight 196.15 g/mol. UNII 24QAP1VCUX; InChIKey KGEKLUUHTZCSIP-SQLBVSGCSA-N. Boiling Point: 226 °C; Boiling Point: 224-226 °C; Density: 0.981-0.985.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.