Name:
Anthracene scintillation grade
Synonym:
Green oil; Anthracin; Paranaphthalene; Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH)
CAS:
120-12-7
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Anthracene scintillation grade
Synonym:Green oil; Anthracin; Paranaphthalene; Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH)
Synonym:Green oil; Anthracin; Paranaphthalene; Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH)
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 120-12-7 | Anthracene | 100 | 204-371-1 |
| 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 OSHAs 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 OSHAs 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant respirator use.
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 OSHAs 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 OSHAs 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.
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.
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
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
IMO
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
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)
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Canada
CAS# 120-12-7 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
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TSCA
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