Is naphthalene banned in the UK?
This ban applies across all countries in the European Union and the UK - so it is illegal to supply Naphthalene mothballs. 3. Why is Naphthalene banned? The substance is banned due to its toxicity to humans, especially children, and its carcinogenic (cancer causing) properties.
This ban applies across all countries in the European Union and the UK - so it is illegal to supply Naphthalene mothballs. 3. Why is Naphthalene banned? The substance is banned due to its toxicity to humans, especially children, and its carcinogenic (cancer causing) properties.