1,7-Cleve's acid
Agent Name
1,7-Cleve's acid
CAS Number
119-28-8
Formula
C10-H9-N-O3-S
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Cleve's acid; 1-Amino-7-sulfonaphthalene; 1-Aminonaphthalene-7-sulfonic acid; 1-Naphthylamine-7-sulfonic acid; 8-Amino-2-naphthalenesulfonic acid; 8-Naphthylamine-2-sulfonic acid; C.I. 26135; Cleve's theta-acid; 2-Naphthalenesulfonic acid, 8-amino-; 8-Aminonaphthalene-2-sulphonic acid; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Other Organic Compounds
Description
Solid; [Merck Index]
Sources/Uses
Used to make azo dyes; [Merck Index] Used as an indicator of nitrite formation from nitrate by bacteria; [ChemIDplus]
Comments
Causes burns; May cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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