| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. | |
| [Ingestion] Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use only in a chemical fume hood. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns. May cause central nervous system depression, characterized by excitement, followed by headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea. Advanced stages may cause collapse, unconsciousness, coma and possible death due to respiratory failure. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema. | |
| [Skin] Contact with skin causes irritation and possible burns, especially if the skin is wet or moist. | |
| [Eyes] May cause severe eye irritation. May result in corneal injury. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 36/37/38 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 36 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Appearance] Almost white flakes. | |
| [Solubility in water] Soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 139 - 142 | |
| [Boiling Point] 352 | |
| [Density] 1.29 g/cm3 | |
| [pKa/pKb] 4.30 (pKa) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] 2.53 | |
| [Product Name] 2-Naphthaleneacetic acid | |
| [Synonyms] 2-(2-Naphthyl)acetic acid 2-NAA 2-Naphthylacetic acid Betoxan Naphthalen-2-ylacetic acid | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_581-96-4.htm">581-96-4 | |
| [Formula] C12H10O2 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 186.21 | |
| [EINECS] 209-475-0 | |
| [RTECS] QJ0876000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Other | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 973396 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-09-00-02431 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. | |
| [Disposal Code] 4 | |
| [Incompatibilities] Oxidizing agents. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Decomposition] Irritating and toxic fumes and gases. | |
| [HS Code] 2916 39 00 |
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