Benzo(f)quinoline
Agent Name
Benzo(f)quinoline
CAS Number
85-02-9
Formula
C13-H9-N
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Synonyms
1-Azaphenanthrene; 5,6-Benzo(f)quinoline; 5,6-Benzoquinoline; beta-Naphthoquinoline; [ChemIDplus] Naphthopyridine; [Merck Index] Benzoquinoline, (f); [NTP]
Category
Quinolines
Description
Solid; [Merck Index] Yellow or white solid with a characteristic irritating odor; [CAMEO]
Sources/Uses
Used as a reagent in the determination of cadmium; [Merck Index]
Comments
Causes severe irritation and local injury to skin and mucous membranes; Eye contact may cause severe visual disturbances, lachrymation, conjunctivitis, burning sensation, and corneal injury; [NTP] An irritant that may cause serious eye injury; Toxic by ingestion; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Quinoline" and "Naphthalene."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
5.6E-05 mm Hg
Adverse Effects
Lachrymator
Yes
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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