1,8-Naphthalenediamine
Agent Name
1,8-Naphthalenediamine
CAS Number
479-27-6
Formula
C10-H10-N2
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Synonyms
1,8-Diaminonaphthalene; 1,8-Naphthylenediamine; Naphthalene-1,8-diamine; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Amines, Polyaromatic
Description
Solid; [Merck Index] Light brown crystalline solid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as an antioxidant for lubricating oils and for the detection of selenium and nitrites; [Merck Index] Used as an intermediate; [ECHA REACH Registrations]
Comments
May cause skin sensitization; Harmful by ingestion; [ECHA REACH Registrations] May cause irritation and skin sensitization; Harmful by ingestion; Suspected carcinogen; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "p-Phenylenediamine" and "o-Phenylenediamine." See "1,5-Naphthalenediamine."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
2.93E-05 mm Hg
Adverse Effects
Skin Sensitizer
Yes
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: