| Isobornyl cyclohexanol | |
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3-(5,5,6-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-yl)cyclohexanol |
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Other names
Isocamphyl cyclohexanol; 3-[5,5,6-Trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-yl]cyclohexan-1-ol |
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| Identifiers | |
| Abbreviations | IBCH |
| CAS number | 3407-42-9 |
| PubChem | 103005 |
| EC number | 222-294-1 |
| Jmol-3D images | Image 1 |
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| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C16H28O |
| Molar mass | 236.39 g mol−1 |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow clear viscous liquid[1] |
| Density | 0.97 g/mL[2] |
| Boiling point |
302 °C[2] |
| Hazards | |
| R-phrases | R36/38 |
| S-phrases | S26 S36 |
| Flash point | 110 °C[2] |
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| Infobox references | |
Isobornyl cyclohexanol (IBCH) is an organic compound used primarily as a fragrance because of its aroma which is similar to sandalwood oil. Its chemical structure is closely related to that of both α-santolol and β-santolol,[3] which are the primary constituents of sandalwood oil.
Sandalwood trees are endangered due to overharvesting,[4] leading to a high cost for the natural oil. IBCH is therefore produced as an economical alternative to the natural product.