Naphthalene
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Health Hazard
Environment
Safety Data Sheets
| Manufacturer | Download |
|---|---|
| Alfa Aesar | Download PDF |
| Sigma Aldrich | Download PDF |
| TCI | Download PDF |
Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H228 |
Flammable solid | Flammable solids |
H302 |
Harmful if swallowed | Acute toxicity, oral |
H316 |
Causes mild skin irritation | Skin corrosion/irritation |
H317 |
May cause an allergic skin reaction | Sensitization, Skin |
H320 |
Causes eye irritation | Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
H351 |
Suspected of causing cancer | Carcinogenicity |
H370 |
Causes damage to organs | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure |
H371 |
May cause damage to organs | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure |
H372 |
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure | Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P203 |
Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
P210 |
Keep away from heat, hot surface, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. |
P240 |
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. |
P241 |
Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../] equipment. |
P260 |
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P261 |
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P264 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. |
P264+P265 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. |
P270 |
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |
P272 |
Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P301+P317 |
IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help. |
P302+P352 |
IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water/... |
P305+P351+P338 |
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing. |
P308+P316 |
IF exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P318 |
if exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P321 |
Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)). |
P330 |
Rinse mouth. |
P332+P317 |
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help. |
P333+P317 |
If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help. |
P337+P317 |
If eye irritation persists: Get medical help. |
P362+P364 |
Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. |
P370+P378 |
In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| OSHA PEL | 10 ppm |
| NIOSH REL | 10 ppm |
| NIOSH STEL | 15 ppm |
| NIOSH IDLH | 250 ppm |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
A white crystalline volatile solid with a strong coal-tar odor.
| Boiling Point | 424°F |
| Flash Point | 174°F |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.08 mmHg |
| Specific Gravity | 1.15 |
NFPA 704 Diamond
2
2
0
Health
Fire
Reactivity
Target Organs
hemolysis and eye irritation that causes cataracts
Synonyms
diesel exhaust component; white tar; naphthalin; tar camphor
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 931
- OSHA PEL: OSHA Occupational Chemical Database
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
Disclaimer: This information is compiled from public regulatory databases for reference only. It does not replace the manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Always consult the official SDS for your specific product before handling chemicals.
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