Benzo(b)fluoranthene PurCert Secondary Working Standard [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Linear Formula:  C20H12
Molecular Weight:  252.31
CAS Number: 205-99-2

Properties

Assay Purity >= 99 %
M pt. 63-165 °C
Density 1.1549 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. Room Temperature.
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 environmental and analytical studies as a reference compound for detecting and measuring PAHs in air water and soil samples.

Purpose
The purpose of benzo(b)fluoranthene is to help assess environmental pollution and study its toxic and carcinogenic effects aiding in risk evaluation and regulatory control.

General Description
Benzo(b)fluoranthene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) consisting of multiple fused aromatic rings. It is a pale yellow solid formed during the incomplete combustion of organic substances such as fossil fuels wood and tobacco.