Kamforiinihappo

Kamforiinihappo, also known as camphoronic acid, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C9H14O4. It is a dicarboxylic acid and a derivative of camphor. Structurally, it features a camphor skeleton with two carboxylic acid groups attached.

Kamforiinihappo can be synthesized through various chemical routes, often involving the oxidation of camphor or related compounds. Its properties include being a solid at room temperature and exhibiting acidic characteristics due to the presence of the carboxyl groups.

The compound has been explored for potential applications in organic synthesis and as a building block for more complex molecules. Research into its chemical reactivity and potential biological activity has been conducted. Its exact occurrence in nature is not widely documented, suggesting it is primarily a synthetic compound. Further study is ongoing to fully elucidate its chemical behavior and potential uses.