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Synonyms: alpha-methylnaphthalene
Use: synthetic reagent, insecticide
Molecular formula: C11H10
CAS No: 90-12-0
EINECS No: 201-966-8
Physical data
Appearance: liquid
Melting point: -22 C
Boiling point: 240 - 243 C
Vapour density: 4.91 (air = 1)
Vapour pressure:
Density (g cm-3): 1.001
Flash point: 82 C
Explosion limits:
Autoignition temperature:
Water solubility:
Stability
Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with
strong oxidizing agents, oxygen.
Toxicology
Harmful if swallowed. May cause allergic reaction.
May cause photosensivity, leading to light-initiated skin damage.
Skin, eye and respiratory irritant.
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ORL-RAT LD50 1840 mg kg-1
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R22 R42 R43.
Transport information
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UN No 3082. Packing group III. Hazard class 9.0.
Transport category 3.
Environmental information
May cause long-term damage to the environment.
Personal protection
Safety glasses, gloves, adequate ventilation.
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S7 S36 S37 S39.