Product Introduction
| Item | Specification |
| Product Name | Borneol |
| Synonyms | (+)-Borneol; D-Borneol; 2-Bornanol; Borneo Camphor |
| CAS Number | 507-70-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C₁₀H₁₈O |
| Molecular Weight | 154.25 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless transparent flaky crystal or white crystalline powder, with fresh, cool and pure camphor-like aroma |
| Purity (GC) | ≥98.0% / ≥99.0% (Industrial Grade / Pharma Grade, customizable) |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
| Testing Method | GC / HPLC / NMR / Mass Spectrometry |
| Production Method | Synthetic Pinene Hydration & Multi-Stage High-Purity Recrystallization Purification |
| Melting Point | 206–208°C (lit.) |
| Boiling Point | 212°C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.011 g/cm³ at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.465 |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water, freely soluble in ethanol, ether, chloroform and organic oil-phase solvents, excellent reactivity in terpene isomerization systems |
| Core Feature | Bicyclic monoterpene alcohol, high isomerization activity, exclusive core raw material for industrial Terpinen-4-ol synthesis |
| Package | 1kg/5kg sealed bottle, 25kg/plastic drum; custom packaging available |
| Storage | Store in sealed, cool, dark and dry conditions; avoid high temperature and moisture to prevent agglomeration and activity decline |
| Shelf Life | 24 months under standard sealed storage |
Product Description
Our Borneol is a high-purity synthetic bicyclic monoterpene alcohol with stable molecular structure and high chemical activity. Borneol (CAS 507-70-0), commonly known as Borneo Camphor, is a core terpene raw material in the fine chemical industry, most famous as the exclusive industrial precursor for high-purity Terpinen-4-ol production. Different from phenolic raw materials such as p-Cresol focused on antioxidant synthesis, and differentiated from bioactive Thymoquinone focused on pharmacological effects, Borneol is positioned as a high-reactivity synthetic intermediate and fragrance monomer, specializing in terpene isomerization reaction, pharmaceutical synthesis and daily chemical fragrance modulation. As a professional Borneol supplier, we provide low-impurity, high-activity, stable-batch Borneol raw materials for global fine chemical factories, cosmetic manufacturers and pharmaceutical research institutions.
Borneol has irreplaceable core value in Terpinen-4-ol industrial production. Its unique rigid bicyclic monoterpene structure has extremely high selective rearrangement ability under acidic catalytic conditions. Through controlled ring-opening isomerization and dehydration reaction, Borneol can be efficiently converted into high-purity monocyclic Terpinen-4-ol, with few by-products and high conversion rate. Compared with traditional tea tree oil extraction process which is limited by low active content and complex impurity components, Borneol synthetic route completely solves the problems of unstable efficacy, low purity and high cost of plant-derived Terpinen-4-ol, becoming the mainstream large-scale production process for high-end cosmetic-grade Terpinen-4-ol.
Manufactured by Shaanxi BAISFU Bio-Engineering Co., Ltd., our premium Borneol adopts advanced pinene hydration synthesis technology combined with multi-stage low-temperature recrystallization and precision purification. We completely remove unreacted pinene precursors, camphor impurities and heavy component residues, eliminate moisture and mechanical impurities that affect catalytic reaction activity, and ensure ultra-high single-component purity of the finished product. The whole production process strictly complies with industrial fine chemical standards, avoiding the defects of natural borneol such as low yield, high price and unstable batch difference. The finished product presents uniform transparent flaky crystal, pure and cool aroma, stable chemical activity and excellent reaction consistency.
Every batch of Borneol undergoes strict multi-dimensional quality inspection, including GC high-precision purity analysis, NMR structural verification, mass spectrometry molecular identification and impurity residue detection. It ensures ultra-low heterocyclic impurities and stable molecular activity, which is crucial for improving the yield and purity of downstream Terpinen-4-ol products. The product features moderate melting point, easy dissolution, stable storage performance and excellent formula compatibility, fully meeting the high-standard raw material requirements of industrial synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediate preparation and high-end essence blending.
We maintain sufficient inventory and complete qualification documents for bulk Borneol supply. Whether you need high-activity raw materials for Terpinen-4-ol large-scale synthesis, high-purity monomers for pharmaceutical intermediate production, or fragrance modifiers for daily chemical essence formulas, our industrial-grade high-purity Borneol is a cost-effective and high-value terpene raw material choice for global buyers.
Functions & Benefits
Core Precursor for Industrial Terpinen-4-ol Synthesis (Core Benefit)
Borneol is the optimal and most mature industrial raw material for Terpinen-4-ol production. Through acidic catalytic ring-opening rearrangement reaction, it can be efficiently converted into high-purity Terpinen-4-ol with high yield and few isomer impurities, supporting stable mass production of cosmetic-grade and pharmaceutical-grade Terpinen-4-ol products.
High-Reactivity Terpene Synthetic Intermediate
With active hydroxyl group and stable bicyclic terpene structure, Borneol has excellent reaction selectivity in isomerization, esterification and condensation reactions. It is widely used in the synthesis of various terpene derivatives, fine chemical additives and pharmaceutical intermediates, with controllable reaction process and stable batch quality.
Pure Natural Cooling & Fragrance Modulating Effect
Borneol has a unique fresh and cool camphor aroma with strong volatility and fragrance penetration. It can enhance fragrance layering, improve odor freshness, and provide lasting cooling olfactory experience for daily chemicals, perfumes and cosmetic formulas, being an indispensable high-end spice monomer.
Mild Antibacterial & Anti-Inflammatory Auxiliary Activity
Borneol itself has certain broad-spectrum antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. When added to skincare and personal care formulas, it can assist in inhibiting bacterial growth, relieving skin redness and swelling, and enhancing the permeability of functional ingredients.
Stable Batch Consistency & High Purity
Synthetic purified Borneol avoids natural raw material impurities and seasonal quality fluctuations. It features ultra-high single-component purity, stable physical and chemical properties, no adverse interference on downstream synthesis reactions, and ensures zero batch difference for end products.
Excellent Solubility & Formula Adaptability
Borneol has good solubility in various organic solvents and oil-phase systems, easy to compound and process. It maintains stable activity in high-temperature reaction and long-term storage, suitable for industrial continuous production and formula customization.
Applications
Terpinen-4-ol Industrial Mass Synthesis
As the core starting raw material, Borneol undergoes catalytic isomerization and high-vacuum rectification to produce high-purity Terpinen-4-ol. This synthetic route is the mainstream process for high-end cosmetic-grade Terpinen-4-ol, solving the bottleneck of low efficiency and high cost of traditional plant extraction methods.
Pharmaceutical Intermediate & Medical Raw Materials
High-purity Borneol is widely used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates and medical auxiliary materials. It has the effects of resuscitating, anti-inflammatory and analgesic, and is commonly added in traditional medicine preparations and biomedical research formulas.
Daily Chemical & High-End Fragrance Blending
Used as a key spice monomer for cooling flavor, herbal essence and cosmetic fragrance blending. It is widely applied in perfumes, toiletries, air fresheners and aromatherapy products to create fresh, transparent and layered fragrance tones.
Skincare & Personal Care Additives
With mild antibacterial, soothing and permeability-promoting effects, Borneol is added in acne skincare, refreshing and soothing formulas, helping to improve oily skin problems and enhance product efficacy.
Fine Chemical Research & Custom Synthesis
Provided as standard high-purity terpene monomer for terpene reaction mechanism research, derivative development and customized industrial synthesis, supporting scientific research experiments and new product innovation.
FAQ
Q1: What is Borneol mainly used for?
A: Borneol is a high-value bicyclic monoterpene alcohol. Its core industrial application is serving as the exclusive synthetic raw material for high-purity Terpinen-4-ol. It is also widely used in pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis, high-end fragrance blending and soothing skincare formula production.
Q2: Why use Borneol to produce Terpinen-4-ol?
A: Borneol has highly selective ring-opening isomerization activity. The synthetic route has higher product purity, fewer isomer impurities, more stable batch quality and lower production cost compared with traditional tea tree oil extraction, which is the preferred industrial process for high-end Terpinen-4-ol.
Q3: What is the difference between synthetic Borneol and natural Borneol?
A: Our product is high-purity synthetic Borneol, featuring higher single-component purity, zero plant-derived miscellaneous impurities, more stable quality and more competitive cost. It is more suitable for large-scale industrial synthesis and formula production than natural borneol with limited output and unstable components.
Q4: How to store Borneol correctly?
A: Borneol is volatile and easy to agglomerate in humid environment. It needs to be stored in sealed, cool, dry and dark conditions. Standard storage can effectively prevent volatilization loss and moisture agglomeration, ensuring 24 months of stable shelf life.
Q5: What is the appearance of high-purity Borneol?
A: High-purity Borneol is colorless transparent flaky crystal or white crystalline powder at room temperature, with pure, fresh and cool camphor aroma, no peculiar odor, uniform crystal form and no impurity precipitation.
Q6: Can I get free Borneol samples for synthesis test?
A: Yes, we provide free Borneol samples for Terpinen-4-ol synthesis debugging, fragrance blending experiments and formula research. Bulk orders support customized purity and packaging to meet industrial production needs.
