Botanical Extracts
Natural Borneol (d-Borneol) / Natural Camphor
Cinnamomum camphora (L.) presl var. borneol (Dragon Brain Camphor / 龙脑樟) leaf and young branch
Why HerbalSourcing
Buy verified natural borneol — not synthetic
Technical Specification
Complete specification sheet
16-field gold-standard data — the technical transparency that competitors don't provide.
| Product Name | Natural Borneol (d-Borneol) / Natural Camphor |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Cinnamomum camphora (L.) presl var. borneol (Dragon Brain Camphor / 龙脑樟) leaf and young branch |
| Plant Family | Lauraceae |
| Part Used | Leaf and young branch (fresh) |
| Active Ingredient | d-Borneol (Natural Borneol, right-handed) |
| Assay / HPLC | d-Borneol ≥ 96.0% (CP) / 99%+ (pharma grade) |
| Extraction Method | Steam distillation of fresh Cinnamomum camphora (borneol) leaf and young branch, followed by recrystallization |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder or flakes |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water; freely soluble in ethanol, ether and most organic solvents |
| Suggested Use | 0.5-2% in topical / cosmetic formulations; 1-10 mg per serving in supplements (confirm by market); natural cooling agent in oral care |
| Origin | Jiangxi (Jishui) / Hunan (Xinhuang), China |
| Certifications | Pharmaceutical GMP (supplier route review), ISO 9001 document support, Halal / Kosher document review, Batch-specific COA, Geographic indication origin (Jishui / Xinhuang) |
| MOQ / Packaging | 50 g sample / 1 kg pilot / 25 kg bulk |
| Lead Time | 7-20 days |
| Stability / Storage | 36 months when stored sealed in cool, dry, dark conditions; sublimates above 41°C — protect from heat |
| Applications | Pharmaceutical / TCM / topical analgesic / transdermal enhancer / skincare / oral care / flavor & fragrance |
Pricing & MOQ
Tiered pricing — from sample to bulk
Transparent FOB China reference pricing. Formal quotation requires grade, batch and stock confirmation.
Reference FOB China sample price. Natural borneol trades at a premium to synthetic racemic borneol; formal quote requires grade, batch and stock confirmation.
Request sample →Quoted after assay grade (96% / 98% / 99%+), COA scope, pack route, lead time and application fit are confirmed.
Request pilot quote →Based on assay, MOQ, stock, packaging, shipping marks, freight term and destination market.
Request bulk quote →Available specifications
| Specification | SKU | Assay Method | Reference Price | Pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| d-Borneol 99%+ (Pharma grade) | HS-BE-BNL-99-1KG | d-Borneol by GC / HPLC | FOB USD 620-750 / 1 kg | 1 kg / foil bag |
| d-Borneol 96% (CP standard) | HS-BE-BNL-96-1KG | d-Borneol by GC | FOB USD 280-380 / 1 kg | 1 kg / foil bag |
| d-Borneol 98% (Cosmetic / Flavor) | HS-BE-BNL-98-1KG | d-Borneol by GC | FOB USD 420-550 / 1 kg | 1 kg / foil bag |
Documents
Download technical documents
COA, SDS, TDS and HPLC chromatogram available for every product. Request batch-specific documents through RFQ.
Applications
Where this ingredient fits
Use this when… — practical formulation guidance for each downstream application.
Pharmaceutical & TCM formulations
Pharma and TCM manufacturers
Use 99%+ pharma grade when natural borneol is the key active in cardiovascular and topical TCM formulas (pills, plasters).
Transdermal penetration enhancer
Transdermal patch and topical brands
Add 1-5% natural borneol as a permeation enhancer to improve active absorption in patches and balms.
Skincare & cosmetic cooling
Cosmetic and skincare brands
Use 98% cosmetic grade for natural cooling, soothing and anti-inflammatory claims in creams, serums and masks.
Oral care & flavor cooling
Oral care and flavor houses
Use as a natural cooling agent in toothpaste, mouthwash and premium flavor systems.
Product Knowledge Base
Everything buyers need to know about natural borneol
Technical depth that helps formulators and procurement teams choose with confidence.
What is Natural Borneol (d-Borneol)?
Natural borneol — also called natural camphor or right-handed borneol — is a bicyclic monoterpene alcohol (C10H18O) extracted from the fresh leaf and young branch of the dragon-brain camphor tree (Cinnamomum camphora var. borneol, 龙脑樟). Chemically it is the (+)-enantiomer, or d-borneol, with a specific rotation of +34° to +38°. It appears as white to off-white crystals with a cool, penetrating camphoraceous odour and melts at 204-209°C. Unlike isolated single molecules from a reactor, natural borneol carries a complex trace terpene profile from the living plant, which is part of why buyers who formulate premium natural products specifically request the natural form.
Natural vs Synthetic: why purity and authenticity matter
The market contains three very different 'borneols' that must not be confused. Natural borneol (d-borneol, from 龙脑樟) is the premium, plant-derived form. Isoborneol (from Artemisia / Blumea, 'Ai-pian') is the left-handed form. Synthetic borneol is racemic dl-borneol made from turpentine and costs roughly one-twentieth of the natural price. Because synthetic is cheap, adulteration is common. Professional buyers verify authenticity with GC/HPLC: natural d-borneol should test ≥ 96.0% (Chinese Pharmacopoeia) or 99%+ (pharma grade), camphor must be ≤ 3.0%, and isoborneol must be absent. A COA that cannot show these three numbers is a red flag. We supply only verified natural d-borneol and provide batch-specific chromatograms on request.
How natural borneol is produced
Production follows a traditional-but-controlled route: fresh 龙脑樟 leaf and young branch are steam-distilled to recover the volatile oil, then the borneol-rich fraction is purified by recrystallization into white crystals. The dragon-brain camphor tree takes 8-10 years to reach productive maturity and strict ecological harvesting quotas limit annual yield, which is why global natural borneol output stays in the low hundreds of tonnes per year. Our sourcing bases in Jishui (Jiangxi, ~60,000 mu plantation) and Xinhuang (Hunan, ~28,000 mu, national geographic indication) secure a stable, traceable supply of raw material.
Applications across pharmaceutical, cosmetic and flavor
Natural borneol is remarkably versatile. In pharmaceuticals it is a key component of 300+ traditional Chinese medicine formulas (such as heart and topical plasters) and acts as a transdermal penetration enhancer, improving the skin absorption of co-formulated actives. In cosmetics it delivers a natural cooling, soothing and anti-inflammatory effect for creams, serums and masks. In oral care and flavor it is a premium natural cooling agent. The 'natural' claim is rising fast — natural-ingredient adoption in cosmetics grew from ~11% to ~29% in recent years — which strengthens the case for specifying natural rather than synthetic borneol.
Quality, compliance and what to confirm before export
For pharmaceutical use, confirm pharmaceutical (or food) GMP status — a veterinary or cosmetic-only GMP is not sufficient for human supplements. For halal / kosher markets, request the relevant certificates. Every batch should ship with a COA documenting d-borneol content, camphor ≤ 3%, isoborneol not detected, heavy metals (Pb, Cd, As, Hg), microbiology (total count ≤ 100 CFU/g) and residual solvent. US buyers may require FDA facility registration / cGMP Part 111 and Prop 65 heavy-metal data; EU buyers should confirm compliance with relevant food / cosmetic regulations. We prepare these documents per destination market and review them during RFQ.
Quality & Compliance
Batch-level COA archive
Every batch is documented. Review historical batch records to verify quality consistency before committing to an RFQ.
| Batch Number | Production Date | Assay Result | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS-BE-BNL-99-2506 | 2025-06 | d-Borneol 99.2% (GC/HPLC) | Passed | Request COA → |
| HS-BE-BNL-96-2503 | 2025-03 | d-Borneol 96.8% (GC) | Passed | Request COA → |
| HS-BE-BNL-98-2412 | 2024-12 | d-Borneol 98.1% (GC) | Passed | Request COA → |
HPLC Chromatogram — Active Marker Identification
Representative chromatogram for d-Borneol (Natural Borneol, right-handed) detection by GC / HPLC. Batch-specific chromatogram provided with COA.
Testing Focus
d-Borneol identity and content by GC / HPLC
Camphor ≤ 3.0% (CP limit)
Isoborneol not detected (TLC)
Heavy metals: Pb, Cd, As, Hg
Microbiology: total count ≤ 100 CFU/g
Residual solvent and moisture
Document Notes
COA and assay method checked before quotation
MSDS, TDS and HPLC chromatogram available by RFQ
Halal / Kosher and geographic-indication documents reviewed per buyer market
Sourcing Story
From harvest to your formulation
Jiangxi (Jishui) / Hunan (Xinhuang), China
GreenSource™ Verified Origin
Natural borneol is steam-distilled from the fresh leaf and young branch of the dragon-brain camphor tree (龙脑樟), a rare endemic camphor variety first discovered in Xinhuang, Hunan in 1988. Our GreenSource™ program sources from Jishui (Jiangxi) and Xinhuang (Hunan) geographic-indication bases — the only regions with nationally protected dragon-brain camphor germplasm — ensuring every batch is traceable to its harvest region, tested by GC/HPLC for d-borneol confirmation, and sourced through cooperatives that support local farming communities.
Gallery
From plantation to product
Technical FAQ
Common technical questions
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How is the active marker verified?
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What documents are available?
What is the shelf life and storage recommendation?
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