DL-Isoborneol

Independent reference data for DL-Isoborneol (CAS 124-76-5), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used as a synthetic flavor; In over-the-counter preparations containing <11% camphor, it has been used as a moth repellent, cold sore topical medication, muscle liniment, and steam-inhaled cough suppressant; [HSDB] Used in perfumes; [Hawley]Table: Reported uses (ppm): (Flavor and Extract Manufacturers' Association) [Table#4225]

Synonyms and trade names

Isoborneol; 124-76-5; Isocamphol; Isobornyl alcohol; 2-exo-Bornyl alcohol; Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, 1,7,7-trimethyl-, (1R,2R,4R)-rel-; FEMA No. 2158; DTXSID2042060; L88RA8N5EG; DTXCID0022060; NSC-26350; Bicyclo(2.2.1)heptan-2-ol, 1,7,7-trimethyl-, (1R,2R,4R)-rel-; RefChem:5910; 204-712-4; (-)-Isoborneol; DL-Isoborneol

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 Camphor, Must No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent

GHS hazard classification

Reported hazard statements	H228 (99.6%), H315 (11.4%)

H228 (99.6%): Flammable solid [Danger Flammable solids]

H315 (11.4%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

Isoborneol is identified by CAS 124-76-5, molecular formula C10H18O and molecular weight 154.14 g/mol. UNII L88RA8N5EG; InChIKey DTGKSKDOIYIVQL-AFAAIUEZNA-N. Melting Point: 216 °C; Melting Point: 212 °C; Density: 1.10 g/cm cu at 20 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

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