Camphor oil

Camphor oil (CAS 8008-51-3), also known as camphor oil white and Formosa camphor oil, is a steam-distilled essential oil derived from the wood of Cinnamomum camphora. It functions as both a fragrance ingredient and a functional carrier in topical and cosmetic formulations.

FEMA 2231 recognition supports its use as a flavoring agent in regulated food and pharmaceutical applications. In personal care, it is incorporated into cooling balms, massage oils, and scalp treatments where its penetrating character supports active delivery.

Pharmaceutical manufacturers use it as a functional excipient and fragrance component in topical analgesic rubs, liniments, and medicated ointments. Fragrance houses source it as a natural camphoraceous note in perfumery and as a solvent carrier for other aromatic compounds.

In oral care products such as mouthwashes and toothpastes, it contributes both flavoring character and formulation compatibility. This versatile oil is supplied as a clear to pale yellow liquid, ensuring consistency across various industrial and commercial applications.

It is available in technical and cosmetic grades, with quality assessed against established essential oil standards including those referenced in major pharmacopoeias such as USP, Ph.Eur., and BP.

Adherence to EP and FCC standards ensures the material meets the rigorous safety and purity requirements for global distribution. Bulk supply is standard in drum quantities, with smaller packaging available for specialty formulators.