Naphthalene
CAS Number
91-20-3Synonym
Napthalin; Naphthene; EPA Pesticide Code: 055801
Occurrence/Use
Household fumigant (mothballs, toilet deodorant blocks), pyrotechnics; chemical precursor to phthalic anhydride, 2-naphthol, surfectants, resins, dyes, insecticide, solvents, and others; component of petroleum, coal, and tobacco smoke
Chronic REL
Chronic Inhalation REL (μg/m3): | 9 |
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Chronic Target Organs: | Respiratory system |
Human Data: | No |
Last Chronic REL Revision: | 2000 |
Chronic Reference Exposure Levels Comments: |
OEHHA 2008. Technical Supporting Document for Noncancer RELs, Appendix D3
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