Mirbane oil

Description

Name for Nitrobenzene commonly used prior to the 1800s when chemical compound names were standardized (Schur 1985). Mirbane oil was used in the production of Aniline.

Synonyms and Related Terms

olio di mirbana (It); nitrobenzene; myrbane oil

Risks

Toxic

Resources and Citations

• Susan E. Schur, Conservation Terminology: A review of Past & Current Nomenclature of Materials, Technology and Conservation, Spring (p.34-39); Summer (p.35-38); Fall (p.25-36), 1985