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Benz[a]anthracene

CAS 56-55-3
EC 601-033-00-9
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Benz[a]anthracene

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CAS Number: 56-55-3

Product Identification

More information about Benz[a]anthracene

Basic Product Information

Product Name
Benz[a]anthracene
Product Code
B2209

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
56-55-3 Check regulations

Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances

EC Number
601-033-00-9 Check regulations

European Community number - used for regulatory compliance in EU/EEA

Uses Information

Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

Overview

Benz[a]anthracene (CAS: 56-55-3 ) is a form: solid substance commonly used laboratory chemicals, synthesis of substances.

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Hazard Identification

More about safety measures

Classification Status

Classified

Signal Word

danger (Danger)

Hazard Classifications

Carc. Category 1B H350
Aquatic Acute Category 1 H400
Aquatic Chronic Category 1 H410
GHS08 - Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictogram for chemical safety classificationGHS09 - Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictogram for chemical safety classification

Hazard Statements

  • H350: May cause cancer.
  • H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

  • P201: Obtain special instructions before use.
  • P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
  • P273: Avoid release to the environment.
  • P281: Use personal protective equipment as required.
  • P308+P313: IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.
  • P391: Collect spillage.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Suppliers & Organizations

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Emergency Contacts

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Physical & Chemical Properties

More about properties
Physical State
solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
Appearance
Form: solid
Colour
Not available
Colour Intensity
Not available
Form
Not available
Odor
No data available
Odor Threshold
No data available
Ph
No data available
Melting Point
157 - 159 ℃ (315 - 318 °F)
Boiling Point
437.6 °℃ (819.7 ºF)
Flash Point
No data available
Freezing Point
Not available
Softening Point
Not available
Solidification Point
Not available
Cloud Point
Not available
Crystallisation Point
Not available
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Relative Evaporation Rate
Not available
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Vapor Density
No data available
Relative Density
No data available
Bulk Density
Not available
Density
Not available
Flammability
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
No data available
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Solubility In Water
No data available
Solubility In Fat
Not available
Kinematic Viscosity
Not available
Dynamic Viscosity
Not available
Surface Tension
Not available
Explosive Properties
No data available
Oxidizing Properties
No data available
Molecular Weight
Not available
Solid Content
Not available
Solvent Content
Not available
Gas Group
Not available
Relative Vapor Density
Not available
Dissociation Constant
Not available
Hydrolysis Rate
Not available
Concentration
Not available
Temperature
Not available
Particle Characteristics
Not available
Particle Size
Not available
Particle Size Distribution
Not available
Particle Shape
Not available
Particle Aspect Ratio
Not available
Particle Aggregation State
Not available
Particle Agglomeration State
Not available
Particle Specific Surface Area
Not available
Particle Dustiness
Not available
Voc Content
Not available
Voc Concentration
Not available
Voc Content Info
Not available
Metal Corrosion
Not available

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the hazard signal word for Benz[a]anthracene?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of Benz[a]anthracene?

Benz[a]anthracene is a solid appearing as form: solid . It has no data available odor.

What is the solubility of Benz[a]anthracene?

No data available

What is Benz[a]anthracene used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

What are the hazard statements for Benz[a]anthracene?

This substance has 2 hazard statements: H350: May cause cancer. H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What is the melting point of Benz[a]anthracene?

The melting point is 157 - 159 ℃ (315 - 318 °F) and the boiling point is 437.6 °℃ (819.7 ºF).