5-aminonaphthalene-2-sulphonic acid (CED0076803)

5-aminonaphthalene-2-sulphonic acid (C10H9NO3S) is an organic compound with an average molecular weight of 223.25 g/mol. 5-aminonaphthalene-2-sulphonic acid belongs to the naphthalene sulfonic acids and derivatives, a subclass of naphthalenes within the organic compounds. The compound has been found in or released from 22 recorded sources. These include drinking water and water supply sources such as tap water, bottled water, desalinated water, and drinking water. It is also present in aquatic systems and sediments, including seawater, freshwater, surface water, and groundwater. Within the sector of wastewater, sanitation, and biosolids, it is found in wastewater, unspecified wastewater, industrial wastewater, mine wastewater, and wastewater treatment effluent. Additionally, the compound is associated with appliances, HVAC, and refrigerants, specifically water heaters and water coolers. It is found in marine, shipping, and aquaculture sources such as bilge water and ballast water. It is also recorded in electrical and electronic equipment, specifically thin magnetic films, electrodes, and conductors or conductive bodies characterised by the conductive materials, along with three more sectors. Exposure to 5-aminonaphthalene-2-sulphonic acid can occur through oral, inhalation, and touch routes. Regarding its biological activity, one protein target has been recorded for this compound, which acts as an inhibitor of Fibroblast growth factor 1 (FGF1).