alpha-Naphthyl glycidyl ether

Agent Name
alpha-Naphthyl glycidyl ether
CAS Number
2461-42-9
Formula
C13-H12-O2
Major Category
Plastics & Rubber
alpha-Naphthyl glycidyl ether formula graphical representation
Synonyms
1-Naphthyl glycidyl ether; Ether, 2,3-epoxypropyl 1-naphthyl; Glycidyl 1-naphthyl ether; Oxirane, ((1-naphthalenyloxy)methyl)-; ((Naphthyloxy)methyl)oxirane; Naphthalene, 1-(2,3-epoxypropoxy)-; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Glycidyl Ethers
Sources/Uses
Used as a reactive diluent in epoxy resins; [Kanerva, p. 1799]
Comments
Allergic contact dermatitis reported in resin handlers; [Kanerva, p. 1799]
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Adverse Effects

Skin Sensitizer
Yes

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