3-(4'-Methylbenzylidene)camphor

At a glance

3-(4'-Methylbenzylidene)camphor is a camphor‑derived ketone produced by condensation of camphor with 4‑methylbenzaldehyde; it is primarily used as a UV‑filter rather than a fragrance.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Condensation of camphor and 4‑methylbenzaldehyde
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Camphor‑derived benzylidene ketone
CAS number
36861-47-9
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01