Naphthalene

Naphthalene that is produced during coal tar distillation is called crude naphthalene. When it is further processed, in different stages, we get Refined Naphthalene of minimum 98 % purity. It is a white or light yellow, flaky or powdery crystal. It is easily volatile and has a special aromatic smell. It is highly sublime and does not dissolve in water but can dissolve in benzene, alcohol, ethers, chloroform, carbon disulfide etc.