Benzo[k]fluoranthene PurCert Secondary Working Standard [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Linear Formula:  C20H12
Molecular Weight:  252.31
CAS Number: 205-916-6

Properties

Assay Purity >= 98 %
M pt. 215-217 °C
Density 1.286 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 38220090
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
Benzo[k]fluoranthene has no direct commercial applications but is widely used in scientific research as a reference compound for studying environmental pollution and the behavior of PAHs.

Purpose
Its primary purpose lies in environmental monitoring and toxicological studies where it serves as an indicator of pollution levels and helps researchers assess potential health risks including its role as a suspected carcinogen.

General Description
Benzo[k]fluoranthene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) composed of multiple fused benzene rings. It is formed mainly during the incomplete combustion of organic materials such as coal oil wood and gasoline and is commonly found in air soil and soot.