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Chemical Name: Fluoranthene
CAS Number: 206-44-0
Other Names: Benzo(jk)fluorene
Recommended Use: Laboratory reagent, environmental analysis standard
Manufacturer: Major chemical suppliers, research distributors
Contact Information: Emergency phone numbers through supplier or local poison control center
Classification: Acute aquatic toxicity, Carcinogenic Category 2
Hazard Symbols: Health hazard, Environment
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Suspected of causing cancer, Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation, Wear protective gear, Prevent release to environment
Chemical Name: Fluoranthene
Synonyms: 2,3-Benzofluorene
Concentration: 99% or higher (analytical standard)
Molecular Formula: C16H10
Molecular Weight: 202.25 g/mol
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, seek medical help for any breathing difficulty
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin with soap and water, contact physician if irritation persists
Eye Contact: Rinse carefully with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, get medical attention
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, get medical advice immediately
General Notes: Show the SDS data to the physician in attendance so proper treatment can be provided
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical powder, CO2, sand
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet can scatter burning material
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic fumes including carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide during combustion
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, eye protection, and suitable clothing to prevent contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spill from entering drains, sewers, or natural water bodies
Cleanup Methods: Scoop solid carefully into sealed containers for disposal, avoid generating dust, ventilate area
Decontamination: Wash contaminated surfaces with a damp cloth and soap solution
Disposal: Properly label containers for hazardous waste disposal
Handling: Use in well-ventilated spaces, minimize dust and vapor exposure, wash hands after handling
Storage Condition: Store in tightly closed containers, keep cool and dry, away from oxidizers and direct sunlight
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids
Special Storage Requirements: Locked chemical store, clearly labeled
Engineering Controls: Work in fume hood or with local exhaust ventilation
Exposure Limits: Not established for fluoranthene; minimize exposure as for carcinogens
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, lab coat, safety goggles
Hygiene Measures: No eating or drinking in work area, regular hand washing, remove contaminated clothes after work
Appearance: Pale green-yellow solid or crystalline powder
Odor: Faint aromatic odor
Melting Point: 108 - 110°C
Boiling Point: 375°C at 760 mmHg
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in benzene, toluene, chloroform
Density: About 1.25 g/cm3
Vapor Pressure: 1.1 x 10-5 mmHg at 25°C
Partition Coefficient (Log Kow): 5.2
pH: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard conditions of use
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, alkalis
Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, possibly other toxic fragments
Hazardous Reactions: None under recommended storage and handling conditions
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin, and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Low acute oral and dermal toxicity in studies, but chronic exposure shows mutagenic/carcinogenic effects
Symptoms: Eye and skin irritation, possible respiratory issues on inhalation
Carcinogenicity: Classified as a possible human carcinogen (IARC Group 3); increased risk indicated in animal studies
Repeated Exposure: Liver, kidney, and lung effects observed in animal studies
Persistence and Degradability: Persistent in soil and sediments, slow breakdown in environment
Bioaccumulation Potential: High tendency to build up in aquatic organisms
Aquatic Toxicity: Toxic to fish and invertebrates, even at low concentrations
Mobility: Tends to strongly sorb to soil particles, limited movement in groundwater
Additional Notes: Monitor for contamination in surface and groundwater near industrial sites
Waste Treatment: Dispose as hazardous chemical waste, follow local and federal regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse containers, dispose by incineration or approved chemical landfill
Precautions: Do not release to environment, avoid landfill disposal where possible
Recycling: Not recommended due to toxicity and possible contamination
UN Number: 3077
Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally Hazardous Substance, Solid, N.O.S. (Fluoranthene)
Hazard Class: 9 (Miscellaneous hazardous material)
Packing Group: III
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Special precautions for user: Keep packaging intact, avoid spillage during loading and unloading, label clearly
OSHA Classification: Possible carcinogen under HazCom Standard
SARA Title III: Listed as hazardous substance
TSCA Status: Listed in the United States Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory
EU Regulation: Covered by REACH Annex XIV use restrictions
Canadian WHMIS: D2A – Very toxic material causing other toxic effects
Labeling Requirements: Appropriate hazard and precautionary statements on all containers
