Benzo(a)anthracene PurCert Secondary Working Standard [Includes all characterization data]

PurCert Standard


Linear Formula:  C18H12
Molecular Weight:  228.29
CAS Number: 56-55-3

Properties

Assay Purity Array
B pt. 437.6 °C
M pt.
Density 1.274 g/cm3
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H350,H410
Precautionary Statement  P202 - P273 - P280 - P308 + P313 - P391 - P405
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29029090
Storage Temp. 2-8°C
Storage Class 6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects
UN Number 3077

Description

Application
It is mainly used in scientific research to study environmental pollution and the behavior of PAHs. It is also used as a reference compound in the analysis of air soil and water contamination.

Purpose
The purpose of benzo(a)anthracene is to help researchers understand its carcinogenic and toxic properties supporting the evaluation of environmental hazards and the development of safety standards.

General Description
Benzo(a)anthracene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) made up of four fused benzene rings. It is a pale yellow crystalline compound formed during the incomplete combustion of organic materials such as coal oil and tobacco.