Natural Camphor Blocks and Powder Zhang Nao 樟脑 Premium Grade 500g for Traditional External Use

Natural Camphor Blocks, known in TCM as Zhang Nao (樟脑), also called Chao Nao (潮脑), is a crystalline aromatic substance traditionally obtained from the camphor tree Cinnamomum camphora. Supplied as translucent white blocks and powder, it is traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice for its cooling aroma and is intended for external applications such as topical preparations and foot soaks. Store frozen and keep away from children.

Key Selling Points

• Premium grade natural camphor supplied as solid blocks and fine powder
• Identified in TCM as Zhang Nao 樟脑 from Cinnamomum camphora
• Traditionally associated with cooling aromatic properties for external use
• Pre-packaged 500g pack with 12-month shelf life under frozen storage
• Suitable for topical herbal preparations and traditional foot soak blends

Quality & Sensory

Typically appears as white to translucent crystalline blocks or coarse powder with a sharp, penetrating camphor aroma. The texture is firm yet easily crushed, and the scent is strongly cooling and resinous when handled.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• External foot soak blends with warm water
• Topical herbal liniments and compresses prepared by trained practitioners
• Traditional aromatic sachets and storage applications
• Ingredient for external-use herbal formulations

Traditional Uses

In TCM tradition, camphor is classified as aromatic and cooling and has long been used externally in liniments, plasters, and washes. Folk practice pairs it with other aromatic herbs for foot soaks and topical applications, and it is traditionally associated with invigorating the blood and relieving localized discomfort. It is not traditionally taken internally in modern practice.

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