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Naphthalenes

Two-ring crystalline hydrocarbons isolated from coal tar. They are used as intermediates in chemical synthesis, as insect repellents, fungicides, lubricants, preservatives, and, formerly, as topical antiseptics.

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Tree Number(s): D02.455.426.559.847.638, D04.615.638

MeSH Unique ID: D009281

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