**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 120-12-7 |Anthracene | 100 | 204-371-1 |
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Hazard Symbols: None Listed.
Risk Phrases: None Listed.
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Light sensitive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. Contact with the skin produces a
phototoxic and photoallergic response characterized by swelling and
blistering.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis under
the influence of UV light. Skin exposure may cause
photosensitization. Photosensitization is a condition where the skin
becomes extremely sensitive to sunlight or burns easily upon exposure
to sunlight.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid.
Skin:
In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation
develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by
medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water
spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. This material in
sufficient quantity and reduced particle size is capable of creating
a dust explosion.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the
Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Provide ventilation. Do not let this chemical enter the environment.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Remove
contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Minimize dust generation
and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep
container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with
adequate ventilation.
Storage:
Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Store
protected from light.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate
ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 120-12-7:
United States OSHA: 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (as benzene soluble fraction)
(listed under Coal tar pitches).
Belgium - TWA: (listed as coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: (listed as coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 VME (vapors
mists, benzene-soluble fraction)
Germany: (listed as coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 VME (vapors and
mists, benzene-soluble fraction)
Malaysia: (listed as coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (as benzene
solubles)
Spain: (listed as coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 VLA-ED (benzene
soluble fraction)
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant respirator use.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Crystals
Color: colorless with violet fluoresence when pure; yellow
Odor: weak aromatic odor
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: .000003 mm Hg @ 25 deg C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 340 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: 216 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: 540 deg C ( 1,004.00 deg F)
Flash Point: 121 deg C ( 249.80 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 0.6
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Insoluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.25-1.28 g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C14H10
Molecular Weight: 178.23
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions. Darkens on exposure to light.
Conditions to Avoid:
Light, dust generation, excess heat, open flame.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, fluorine, calcium hypochlorite, chromic
acid.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon
dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 120-12-7: CA9350000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 120-12-7: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 4900 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Anthracene -
NTP: Known carcinogen (listed as Coal tar pitches).
IARC: Group 1 carcinogen (listed as Coal tar pitches).
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Other
No information available.
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special
Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may
vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local
waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before
returning for recycling.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: Not regulated.
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing Group:
IMO
Shipping Name: Not regulated.
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing Group:
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: Not regulated.
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing group:
USA RQ: CAS# 120-12-7: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 120-12-7: 2
Canada
CAS# 120-12-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 120-12-7 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 120-12-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 12/12/1997 Revision #4 Date: 10/14/2002
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
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profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary
damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of
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