Safety data for naphthalene-d8
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Synonyms: perdeuteronaphthalene, deuterated naphthalene. [Note: This
data sheet is for fully deuterated naphthalene. If you want data on the
"normal" non-deuterated material,
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Molecular formula: C10D8
CAS No: 1146-65-2
EINECS No: 214-552-7
Physical data
Appearance: white crystals
Melting point: 81 - 83 C
Boiling point:
Vapour density: 4.4 (air = 1)
Vapour pressure: 0.03 mm Hg at 25 C
Density (g cm-3):
Flash point: 78 C
Explosion limits: 0.9 - 5.9%
Autoignition temperature:
Water solubility:
Stability
Stable. Incompatible with oxidizing agents. Flammable.
Toxicology
Carcinogen. Toxic. Long-term contact with the vapour may
cause serious and permanent eye damage.
May act as an allergen.
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R20 R21 R22 R36 R37 R38 R43 R45.
Transport information
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Hazard class: 4.1. Packing group: III
Personal protection
Safety glasses, gloves, good ventilation. Handle as a carcinogen.
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S16 S26 S36 S37 S39 S45.