1.  Hazardous ingredients

Material or mixtures : ά-Naphtol 5% (cas # 90-15-3)

Oral (LD50) : 275 mg/Kg (mouse)

Ethyl alcohol 95%, flammable (cas # 64-17-5)

Oral (LD50) : 3450 mg/Kg (mouse)

Toxicity : not investigated

2. Physical data

Boiling point : not available

Vapor pressure : not available

Vapor density : not available

Solubility in water : complete

Appearance : clear yellow liquid

Specific gravity : not available

% volatile/volume : 95

Evaporation rate : not available

Odor : naphtol and ethyl alcohol

3. Fire and explosion hazard data

Flash point : 50  ̊ C

Ignition temperature : 2,8-18

Extinguishing media : water, alcohol foam, dry chemicals, CO₂

Special fire fighting procedures : use an approved respirator

Unusual fire hazards : not applicable

4. Health hazard data and protection information

Threshold limit value : 1053 ppm on ά-Naphtol with ethyl alcohol content

Carcinogenicity : not identified

Eyes contact and skin contact: irritation and blisters. Wear rubber gloves and safety goggles. Wash thoroughly with plenty running water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.

Inhalation: use in a well ventilated room. Remove to fresh air. Call a physician

Ingestion : Call a physician promptly

5. Reactivity data

Stability : stable

Incompatible materials: oxidant material. Do not use with aluminum, copper and derivates.

Hazardous decomposition products : CO₂

Hazardous polymerisation : not applicable

6. Spill, leak  and precautions procedures

Preventives measures: wipe up with damp sponge an rinse with plenty of water

Waste disposal method: reject in a chemical approved incinerator. Follow all local environmental disposal regulation

7. Special protection information

Handling and storing :  follow standard control. Keep away from oxidizers, heat and ignition sources. Use in a well ventilated room. Keep container tightly closed

The above information is correct but do not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used as a guide. QUÉBACT shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or contact with the above product.