**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 50-32-8 |Benzo[a]pyrene | 96.5% | 200-028-5 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Hazard Symbols: T N
Risk Phrases: 45 46 60 61 50/53
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
May cause cancer. May cause heritable genetic damage. May impair
fertility. May cause harm to the unborn child. Very toxic to aquatic
organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the
skin.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if
swallowed.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic:
May cause cancer in humans. Chronic exposure may cause reproductive
disorders and teratogenic effects. Laboratory experiments have
resulted in mutagenic effects.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately.
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.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical 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.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin
and eyes. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Not available.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use
a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator when necessary.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Powder
Color: yellow to yellow-green - yellow-brown
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 495 deg C @760mmHg
Freezing/Melting Point: 175 - 179 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: 3 mg/l
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: C20H12
Molecular Weight: 252.31
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 50-32-8: DJ3675000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Benzo[a]pyrene -
ACGIH: A1 - Confirmed Human Carcinogen (as benzene soluble aeroso
California: carcinogen, initial date 7/1/87
NTP: Suspect carcinogen
IARC: Group 1 carcinogen (listed as Coal tar pitches).
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.
*
Hazard Class: 9
UN Number: 3077
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 9
UN Number: 3077
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 9
UN Number: 3077
Packing group: III
USA RQ:CAS# 50-32-8: 1 lb final RQ; 0.454 kg final RQ
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T N
Risk Phrases:
R 45 May cause cancer.
R 46 May cause heritable genetic damage.
R 61 May cause harm to the unborn child.
R 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
R 60 May impair fertility.
Safety Phrases:
S 53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions
before use.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
S 60 This material and its container must be
disposed of as hazardous waste.
S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to
special instructions/safety data sheets.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 50-32-8: No information available.
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
United Kingdom Maximum Exposure Limits
Canada
CAS# 50-32-8 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 50-32-8 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 50-32-8: OEL-AUSTRALIA;Carcinogen
OEL-BELGIUM;Carcinogen
OEL-FINLAND:TWA 0.01 mg/m3;Skin;Carcinogen
OEL-FRANCE;Carcinogen
OEL-GERMANY;Carcinogen
OEL-RUSSIA:STEL 0.00015 mg/m3;Carcinogen
OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 0.005 mg/m3;STEL 0.03 mg/m3;Skin
OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV
OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 50-32-8 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
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