1,4-Naphthoquinone

Independent reference data for 1,4-Naphthoquinone (CAS 130-15-4), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used as a polymerization regulator, fungicide, algicide, and to make dyes and pharmaceuticals; [Hawley] Used as a chemical intermediate, corrosion inhibitor, and stabilizer for transformer oils; [HSDB]Polymerization regulator for rubber and polyester resins; synthesis of dyes and pharmaceuticals

Synonyms and trade names

1,4-NAPHTHOQUINONE; 130-15-4; naphthalene-1,4-dione; 1,4-Naphthalenedione; NAPHTHOQUINONE; p-Naphthoquinone; alpha-Naphthoquinone; 1,4-Naphthylquinone; 1,4-Dihydro-1,4-diketonaphthalene; USAF CY-10; 1,4-dihydronaphthalene-1,4-dione; DTXSID5040704; RBF5ZU7R7K; CHEBI:27418; NSC-9583; DTXCID3020704

Regulatory listings held on file

GHS notification summary	0.8% (5 / 620)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	0.8% (5 / 620)
Reported hazard statements	H301 (99.2%), H314 (32.3%), H315 (66.9%), H317 (88.4%), H318 (30.3%), H319 (66.9%), H330 (95%), H334 (17.1%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 0.8% (5 of 620) of reports.

H301 (99.2%): Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]

What the public record says

1,4-Naphthoquinone · CAS 130-15-4 · C10H6O2. UNII RBF5ZU7R7K. Melting Point: 277 °F (NTP, 1992); Melting Point: 128.5 °C; Melting Point: 126 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.