CAS 464-45-9: (-)-Borneol
Description:(-)-Borneol, with the CAS number 464-45-9, is a bicyclic organic compound classified as a monoterpene alcohol. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic camphor-like odor. (-)-Borneol is known for its chiral nature, existing as two enantiomers, with the (-)-form being the naturally occurring variant. It has a molecular formula of C10H18O and features a bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane structure, which contributes to its unique physical and chemical properties. The compound is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether but has limited solubility in water. (-)-Borneol is utilized in traditional medicine, perfumery, and as a flavoring agent due to its pleasant aroma. Additionally, it exhibits potential biological activities, including anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. Its synthesis can be achieved through various methods, including the reduction of camphor or through biosynthetic pathways in certain plants. Overall, (-)-Borneol is valued for its aromatic properties and potential therapeutic applications.
Formula:C10H18O
InChI:InChI=1S/C10H18O/c1-9(2)7-4-5-10(9,3)8(11)6-7/h7-8,11H,4-6H2,1-3H3/t7-,8+,10+/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=DTGKSKDOIYIVQL-QXFUBDJGSA-N
SMILES:OC1CC2CCC1(C)C2(C)C
- Synonyms:
- (-)-(1S,4S)-Borneol
- (-)-Borneol
- (-)-[(1S)-endo]-Borneol
- (-)-endo-Borneol
- (1S)-(-)-Borneol
- (1S,2R,4S)-1,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol
- (1S,2R,4S)-Borneol
- (1S,2S)-1,7,7-trimethylnorbornan-2-ol
- (2R)-(-)-Borneol
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Borneol
- See more synonyms
- Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, 1,7,7-trimethyl-, (1S,2R,4S)-
- Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol, 1,7,7-trimethyl-, (1S-endo)-
- Borneol, (1S,2R,4S)-(-)-
- Camphyl alcohol
- Linderol
- Ngai camphor
- endo-(1S)-(-)-Borneol
- endo-(1S)-1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-ol