The DL-Camphoroquinone with CAS registry number of 10373-78-1 is also known as Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2,3-dione,1,7,7-trimethyl-. The IUPAC name is 4,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2,3-dione. It belongs to product categories of Bicyclic Monoterpenes; Biochemistry; Functional Materials; Photopolymerization Initiators; Terpenes. Its EINECS registry number is 233-814-1. In addition, the formula is C₁₀H₁₄O₂ and the molecular weight is 166.22. This chemical is a yellow fine crystalline powder that should be sealed in a cool, dry place.

Physical properties about DL-Camphoroquinone are: (1)ACD/LogP: 1.47; (2)# of Rule of 5 Violations: 0; (3)ACD/LogD (pH 5.5): 1.47; (4)ACD/LogD (pH 7.4): 1.47; (5)ACD/BCF (pH 5.5): 7.75; (6)ACD/BCF (pH 7.4): 7.75; (7)ACD/KOC (pH 5.5): 150.76; (8)ACD/KOC (pH 7.4): 150.76; (9)#H bond acceptors: 2; (10)Index of Refraction: 1.5; (11)Molar Refractivity: 44.52 cm³; (12)Molar Volume: 151.3 cm³; (13)Surface Tension: 36.6 dyne/cm; (14)Density: 1.098 g/cm³; (15)Flash Point: 82.965 °C; (16)Enthalpy of Vaporization: 46.3 kJ/mol; (17)Boiling Point: 226.473 °C at 760 mmHg; (18)Vapour Pressure: 0.0817 mmHg at 25 °C.

Preparation of DL-Camphoroquinone: it is prepared by hydrolysis reaction of 1,7,7-trimethyl-bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2,3-dione 3-oxime. The reaction needs reagents formaldehyde, HCl with other condition of heating. The yield is about 98 %.

Uses of DL-Camphoroquinone: it is used to produce 3-phenylimino-camphor by reaction with aniline. The reaction occurs with reagent Na₂SO₄ at temperature of 100 °C for 24 hours. The yield is about 60 %.

When you are using this chemical, please be cautious about it. As a chemical, it is irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Besides, it is harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. During using it, you should wear suitable protective clothing and avoid contacting with skin and eyes. If contact with eyes accidently, you must rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

You can still convert the following datas into molecular structure:
(1) SMILES: CC1(C2CCC1(C(=O)C2=O)C)C
(2) InChI: InChI=1S/C10H14O2/c1-9(2)6-4-5-10(9,3)8(12)7(6)11/h6H,4-5H2,1-3H3
(3) InChIKey: VNQXSTWCDUXYEZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N