Product Identification
【Product Name】1,6-Dihydroxynaphthalene
【Synonyms】2,5-Dihydroxynaphthalene　1,6-二羟基萘
【CAS】575-44-0
【Formula】C10H8O2
【Molecular Weight】160.18
【EINECS】209-386-7
【RTECS】QJ4743333
【RTECS Class】Mutagen
【Beilstein/Gmelin】1939032
【Beilstein Reference】4-06-00-06557

Physical and Chemical Properties
【Solubility in water】Insoluble
【Melting Point】135.5 ℃
【Boiling Point】375 ℃
【Vapor Pressure】4E-6 (25 ℃)
【pKa/pKb】9.03 (pKa)

First Aid Measures
【Ingestion】If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. Allow the victim to rinse his mouth and then to drink 2-4 cupfuls of water, and seek medical advice.
【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.
【Eyes】Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage
【Storage】Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame.
【Handling】Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame.

Fire Fighting Measures
【Flash Point】193℃
【Fire Fighting】Wear approved SCBA in full pressure-demand and full protective gear. Extinguish fire using water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.

Accidental Release Measures
【Small spills/leaks】Absorb spill with inert material then place into a chemical waste container. Clean up spills immediately, while using/wearing the proper protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.

Stability and Reactivity
【Stability】Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
【Decomposition】Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
【Exposure Effects】Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated. Use appropriate procedures to prevent opportunities for direct contact with the skin or eyes and to prevent inhalation.

Hazards Identification
【EC Risk Phrase】R 36/37/38
【EC Safety Phrase】S 26 36