2-Chloronaphthalene
Agent Name
2-Chloronaphthalene
CAS Number
91-58-7
Formula
C10-H7-Cl
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
2-Chlornaftalen [Czech]; Halowax; Naphthalene, 2-chloro-; beta-Chloronaphthalene; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Halowaxes
Description
Solid; [Merck Index]
Sources/Uses
Used for chemical resistant gage fluids and instrument seals; as heat exchange fluids; in high-boiling specialty solvents; in color dispersions; as a crank case additive to dissolve sludge and gums; as ingredients in motor tune-up compounds; a component of Halowax 1031; in the production of electric condensers; in the insulation of electric cables and wires; as an additive to extreme pressure lubricants; as supports for storage batteries; as a coating in foundry use; as a solvent; as an immersion liquid in microscopy; as a raw material for dyes; as a wood preservative; Chlorinated naphthalenes have not been manufactured in the US since 1977; [HSDB]
Comments
"Symptoms of chronic exposure to this class of compounds include chloracne, cysts, headache, fatigue, vertigo, anorexia and jaundice. This compound is a strong irritant. It may be absorbed through the skin."; [CAMEO] May cause irritation; [MSDSonline] See "CHLORINATED NAPHTHALENES."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
0.0122 mm Hg
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Processes
Industrial Processes with risk of exposure: