ICSC 0825 - ANTHRACENE

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ANTHRACENE	ICSC: 0825 (March 1999)
Anthracin Paranaphthalene

CAS #: 120-12-7

EC Number: 204-371-1

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.	NO open flames. Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust.	Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat.	Use ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety spectacles, face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Abdominal pain.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Rest. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants. Well closed.
PACKAGING

ANTHRACENE

ICSC: 0825

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE CRYSTALS OR FLAKES. Physical dangers Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air. Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating. Decomposes under the influence of strong oxidants. This produces acrid, toxic fume. This generates fire and explosion hazard.	Formula: C₁₄H₁₀ / (C₆H₄CH)₂ Molecular mass: 178.2 Boiling point: 342°C Melting point: 218°C Density: 1.25-1.28 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.00013 Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.08 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 6.15 Flash point: 121°C Auto-ignition temperature: 538°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 0.6-? Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 4.5 (calculated)

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALS OR FLAKES.

Physical dangers
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. Decomposes under the influence of strong oxidants. This produces acrid, toxic fume. This generates fire and explosion hazard.

Formula: C₁₄H₁₀ / (C₆H₄CH)₂
Molecular mass: 178.2
Boiling point: 342°C
Melting point: 218°C
Density: 1.25-1.28 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.00013
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.08
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 6.15
Flash point: 121°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 538°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 0.6-?
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 4.5 (calculated)

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is mildly irritating to the skin and respiratory tract.	Inhalation risk Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis under the influence of UV light.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is mildly irritating to the skin and respiratory tract.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis under the influence of UV light.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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