Mothballs themselves will not burn, but if they are wrapped in cloth, the air will burn after high temperature. This shows that the volatile air of camphor ball has combustion-supporting effect and belongs to the category of dangerous goods.
Mothballs are divided into natural mothballs and synthetic mothballs. Natural mothballs are smooth, colorless or white crystals with fragrant smell, which will float in water. Natural mothballs, also known as smelly beads, are used to prevent insects, moths and mildew. They were originally aromatic organic compounds extracted from camphor tree branches and leaves. It is also used in pharmaceuticals, spices and so on. Used as a cardiotonic in medicine.
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Pure camphor has better color and purity than naphthalene sanitary ball, and it will not leave yellow spots when sprinkled directly on the fabric. However, the resources of pure camphor are limited, and the version of camphor is more useful in medicine, plastics and perfume industries.
The sanitary ball whose main component is naphthalene can irritate the skin, eyes and respiratory tract, and it is a carcinogen. In addition, acidic cleaners and alkaline cleaners should not be mixed, and chemical reactions are easy to produce chlorine and toxic substances.
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