1,5-Naphthalenediamine

Agent Name
1,5-Naphthalenediamine
CAS Number
2243-62-1
Formula
C10-H10-N2
Major Category
Other Classes
1,5-Naphthalenediamine formula graphical representation
Synonyms
1,5-Diaminonaphthalene; 1,5-Naphthylenediamine; 1,5-Napthalenediamine; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Naphthalenes
Description
Colorless to light purple solid; [ICSC] Sensitive to prolonged exposure to air; [CAMEO] Powder; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used to make polyurethane elastomers, dyes, and pharmaceuticals; Not commercially produced in the US; [HSDB]
Comments
Danger of cutaneous absorption; Danger of skin sensitization; [MAK] May cause skin sensitization; [ICSC] An irritant; [MSDSonline] See "beta-Naphthylamine" and "alpha-Naphthylamine."
Biomedical References
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Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
2.93E-05 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
Flash point = 226 deg C; [ICSC]

Adverse Effects

Skin Sensitizer
Yes
IARC Carcinogen
Not classifiable

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

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