| M Formula: | C8H14(COOH)2 |
| Properties: | |
| Colorless, odorless needles or scales. D 1.0–1.86 (20/4C), mp 186–188C. Soluble in alcohol, ether, fatty oils, chloroform. Partially soluble in water. | |
| Derivation: | |
| By oxidizing camphor with nitric acid. | |
| Use: | |
| Pharmaceuticals, medicine. | |