1-Naphthoyl chloride
Agent Name
1-Naphthoyl chloride
CAS Number
879-18-5
Formula
C11-H7-Cl-O
Major Category
Toxic Gases & Vapors
Synonyms
1-(Chlorocarbonyl)naphthalene; 1-Naphthoic acid chloride; alpha-Naphthoyl chloride; 1-Naphthalenecarbonyl chloride; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Acid Halides
Description
Low melting solid or liquid; mp = 26 deg C; [MSDSonline]
Comments
Corrosive to skin and eyes; [eChemPortal: ERMA] Reacts violently with water; A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
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