Lead naphthenate

Agent Name
Lead naphthenate
Alternative Name
Naphthenic acids, lead salts
CAS Number
61790-14-5
Major Category
Metals
Lead naphthenate formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Lead naphthenates; Naphthenic acid, lead salt; Naphthex Pb; Trokyd Lead; Naphthenic acids, lead salts; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Organic Acids, Metal Salts
Description
Soft yellow semi-transparent solid; [Hawley]
Sources/Uses
Used as a paint and varnish drier, catalyst, lube oil additive, wood preservative, and insecticide; [HSDB]
Comments
May cause injury to the kidneys and nervous system; Solutions can be absorbed through skin; [ICSC] See "Cobalt naphthenate," "Copper naphthenate," and "Nickel naphthenate." See "Lead" and linked occupational diseases.
Biomedical References

Exposure Assessment

BEI
Lead in blood = 200 ug/L (20 ug/100 ml); sampling time not critical; [ACGIH]

Adverse Effects

Neurotoxin
Predominantly motor
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion
Nephrotoxin
Yes
Reproductive Toxin
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: