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2-Methylnaphthalene, 96%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
The main uses of methylnaphthalene are as a raw material for dyestuff dispersants and heat transfer oils, and as a solvent for agricultural chemical. It has been used as an indicator of smoke exposure in food and packaging materials.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
The main uses of methylnaphthalene are as a raw material for dyestuff dispersants and heat transfer oils, and as a solvent for agricultural chemical. It has been used as an indicator of smoke exposure in food and packaging materials.
Solubility
Insoluble in water. Soluble in alcohol, chloroform, methanol.
Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 31°C to 35°C |
Density | 1.001 |
Boiling Point | 241°C to 243°C |
Flash Point | 97°C (206°F) |
Odor | Characteristic |
Quantity | 500 g |
UN Number | UN3077 |
Beilstein | 906859 |
Solubility Information | Insoluble in water. Soluble in alcohol,chloroform,methanol. |
Formula Weight | 142.2 |
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Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H302-H315-H319-H335 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H301-H315-H319 Toxic if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. |
Precautionary Statement | P261-P264b-P270-P271-P280-P301+P312-P302+P352-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P312-P330-P332+P313-P362-P501c |
DOTInformation | Transport Hazard Class: 9; Packing Group: III; Proper Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, SOLID, N.O.S. |
EINECSNumber | 202-078-3 |
RTECSNumber | QJ9635000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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