Is Camphorsulfonic Acid vegetarian?
Camphorsulfonic Acid
Camphorsulfonic acid, sometimes abbreviated CSA or 10-CSA, is an organosulfur compound derived from camphor. It is a relatively strong acid that is a colorless solid at room temperature, soluble in water and many organic solvents.
| Also known as | 2-Oxo-10-bornanesulfonic acid, Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-1-methanesulfonic acid, 7,7-dimethyl-2-oxo-, Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-1-methanesulfonic acid, 7,7-dimethyl-2-oxo-,2-Oxo-10-bornanesulfonic acid |
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| INCI name | Camphorsulfonic Acid |
| CAS number | 5872-08-2 |
| EC number | 227-527-0 |
| CosIng ID | 91751 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
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