Excipients for Oral & TopicalUSP/NFPh. Eur.BP
Camphor Oil
Volatile counterirritant & penetration enhancer for topical liniments & balms
Camphor oil is a volatile essential oil derived from Cinnamomum camphora, acting as a counterirritant, fragrance ingredient, and penetration enhancer for topicals.
infoProduct Description
Camphor oil is a volatile essential oil obtained by steam distillation of the wood of the camphor tree (Cinnamomum camphora) or prepared from purified camphor. In pharmaceutical formulations, it is primarily used as an excipient in topical products for its characteristic aroma, cooling sensation, counterirritant action, and fragrance.
starsKey Features & Advantages
- task_altClear, colorless to pale yellow volatile oil with characteristic camphoraceous aroma
- task_altObtained from Cinnamomum camphora or prepared from purified camphor
- task_altFunctions primarily as a fragrance ingredient in topical pharmaceutical formulations
- task_altProduces a pleasant cooling sensation and refreshing aroma
- task_altExhibits mild counterirritant properties (warming/cooling sensation)
- task_altMay act as a penetration enhancer, improving spreadability of topicals
- task_altCommonly used in creams, ointments, gels, balms, liniments, and massage oils
- task_altSoluble in alcohol and fixed/volatile oils; practically insoluble in water
- task_altCompatible with many essential oils, waxes, and oil-based excipients
- task_altComplies with USP-NF, Ph. Eur., and BP specifications
sciencePharmaceutical Applications
verifiedTopical Balms, Liniments & Massage Oils
verifiedCounterirritant Creams & Gels
fact_checkKey Specifications
Botanical Source
Cinnamomum camphora
Use
Topical Formulations & Balms
verifiedQuality Assurance
Global GMP Compliant & Pharmacopeia Grade