{"product_id":"8158b2-vintage-paradichlorbenzene-chemical-tin-n","title":"Vintage Paradichlorbenzene Chemical Tin – New York Quinine \u0026 Chemical Works NYC – Antique Moth Crystal Container","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage \u003cstrong\u003eParadichlorbenzene chemical tin\u003c\/strong\u003e produced by \u003cstrong\u003eThe New York Quinine \u0026amp; Chemical Works, Inc., New York City\u003c\/strong\u003e. This one-pound container originally held \u003cstrong\u003eparadichlorbenzene crystals\u003c\/strong\u003e, a chemical widely used in the early–mid 20th century as a \u003cstrong\u003emoth repellent and pest deterrent for clothing storage\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tin features a clean \u003cstrong\u003eearly industrial pharmaceutical label design\u003c\/strong\u003e with the NYQ company logo and detailed typography typical of American chemical and pharmaceutical packaging from the \u003cstrong\u003e1930s–1950s era\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pieces like this were commonly found in general stores, pharmacies, and dry goods shops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eToday these containers are collected for their \u003cstrong\u003evintage advertising graphics, early chemical packaging, and industrial decor appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct: Paradichlorbenzene chemical container\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaker: The New York Quinine \u0026amp; Chemical Works, Inc.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eLocation: New York City\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal contents: Paradichlorbenzene crystals (moth repellent)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize: One pound container\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eEra: Circa 1930s–1950s\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Tin with paper label\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis piece makes a great \u003cstrong\u003evintage apothecary display item, industrial decor accent, or addition to a chemical and pharmaceutical advertising collection\u003c\/strong\u003e. Normal age wear consistent with vintage storage and use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Legacy Antiques \u0026 Consignment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52086144336165,"sku":"5091190252075","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0878\/8190\/8517\/files\/2026-03-16-mdwE8a6I-IMG_5764.jpg?v=1773685183","url":"https:\/\/inletlegacy.com\/products\/8158b2-vintage-paradichlorbenzene-chemical-tin-n","provider":"Legacy Antiques \u0026 Consignment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}