Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Stability and Reactivity Hazards Identification
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2,6-Dihydroxynaphthalene(581-43-1)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Stability and Reactivity Hazards Identification

Product Identification

Product Name
2,6-Dihydroxynaphthalene
Synonyms
2,6-Dihydroxynaphthalene
2,6-Naphthohydroquinone
2-Hydroxy-6-naphthol
6-Hydroxy-2-naphthol
C.I. 76640
Naphthalene-2,6-diol
CAS
581-43-1
Formula
C10H8O2
Molecular Weight
160.16999999999999
EINECS
209-465-6

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Solid.
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
220
Boiling Point
375
Vapor Pressure
3,6E-6 (25 C)
Density
1.330 g/cm3 (20 C)
pKa/pKb
9.55
Partition Coefficient
1.9
Heat Of Vaporization
64.7 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Seek immediate medical advice.
Inhalation
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.
Skin
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.
Eyes
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Impervious gloves, protective work clothing and safety glasses.
Exposure Effects
Causes irritation of the eyes, skin and mucous membranes.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
194
Fire Fighting
Extinguish with carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam. Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications.
Incompatibilities
Oxidizing agents.

Hazards Identification

EC Risk Phrase
R: 36/37/38
EC Safety Phrase
S: 26 37
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