542 B
542 B
Naphtalene
Formula
C10H8
Pyrotechnics use
Black smoke
Synonyms
Naphthalin(e), White tar, camphor tar, Albocarbon
Description
It is a white compound with a tar-like odour. It often comes as plate-like crystals. Melts at 80 deg.C. and is insoluble in water. Main pyrotechnical use is for production of black smokes (similar to anthracene). Used as an insecticide (therefore it can be found in moth balls).
Sources
Hazards
May cause irritation. Toxic by inhalation or ingestion. Possible carcinogen.