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Chemical Datasheet
Chemical Identifiers
CAS Number |
UN/NA Number |
DOT Hazard Label |
USCG CHRIS Code |
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none
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data unavailable
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NIOSH Pocket Guide |
International Chem Safety Card |
none
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NFPA 704
General Description
White to yellow solid with a weak aromatic odor. Sinks in water. (USCG, 1999)
Hazards
Reactivity Alerts
none
Air & Water Reactions
Flammable. Insoluble in water.
Fire Hazard
This chemical is combustible. (NTP, 1992)
Health Hazard
Inhalation of dust irritates nose and throat. Contact with eyes causes irritation. (USCG, 1999)
Reactivity Profile
ANTHRACENE will spontaneously burst into flame on contact with chromic acid, and other strong oxidants.
Belongs to the Following Reactive Group(s)
Potentially Incompatible Absorbents
No information available.
Response Recommendations
Isolation and Evacuation
No information available.
Firefighting
Fire Extinguishing Agents: Water, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide (USCG, 1999)
Non-Fire Response
SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: You should dampen the solid spill material with acetone, then transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with acetone to pick up any remaining material. Seal your contaminated clothing and the adsorbent paper in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Solvent wash all contaminated surfaces with acetone followed by washing with a strong soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminate area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should protect this chemical from exposure to light. Keep the container tightly closed under an inert atmosphere, and store under refrigerated temperatures. (NTP, 1992)
Protective Clothing
Dust mask; goggles or face shield; rubber gloves (USCG, 1999)
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Normalized Breakthrough Times (in Minutes)
Chemical |
CAS Number |
State |
QS |
QC |
SL |
C3 |
TF |
TP |
RC |
TK |
RF |
Anthracene (sat in Toluene) |
120-12-7 |
Liquid |
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>480 |
>480 |
>480 |
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Anthracin (sat in Toluene) |
120-12-7 |
Liquid |
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>480 |
>480 |
>480 |
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First Aid
EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.
SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.
INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.
INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. (NTP, 1992)
Physical Properties
Flash Point:
250°F
(NTP, 1992)
Lower Explosive Limit (LEL):
0.6 %
(NTP, 1992)
Upper Explosive Limit (UEL): data unavailable
Autoignition Temperature:
1004°F
(USCG, 1999)
Melting Point:
421 to 424°F
(NTP, 1992)
Vapor Pressure:
1 mmHg
at 293°F
(sublimes)
(NTP, 1992)
Vapor Density (Relative to Air):
6.15
(NTP, 1992)
- Heavier than air; will sink
Specific Gravity:
1.24
at 68°F
(USCG, 1999)
- Denser than water; will sink
Boiling Point:
644°F
at 760 mmHg
(corrected); 439.7°F at 53 mmHg, sublimes
(NTP, 1992)
Molecular Weight:
178.23
(NTP, 1992)
Water Solubility:
less than 1 mg/mL
at 68°F
(NTP, 1992)
Ionization Energy/Potential: data unavailable
IDLH: data unavailable
AEGLs (Acute Exposure Guideline Levels)
No AEGL information available.
ERPGs (Emergency Response Planning Guidelines)
No ERPG information available.
PACs (Protective Action Criteria)
Chemical |
PAC-1 |
PAC-2 |
PAC-3 |
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Anthracene (120-12-7)
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48 mg/m3 |
530 mg/m3 |
3200 mg/m3 |
LEL = 6000 ppm |
(DOE, 2024)
Regulatory Information
EPA Consolidated List of Lists
Regulatory Name |
CAS Number/ 313 Category Code |
EPCRA 302 EHS TPQ |
EPCRA 304 EHS RQ |
CERCLA RQ |
EPCRA 313 TRI |
RCRA Code |
CAA 112(r) RMP TQ |
Anthracene |
120-12-7 |
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5000 pounds |
313 |
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(EPA List of Lists, 2024)
CISA Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS)
No regulatory information available.
OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard List
No regulatory information available.
Alternate Chemical Names
- ANTHRACENE
- ANTHRACENE OIL
- ANTHRACIN
- GREEN OIL
- P-NAPHTHALENE
- PARANAPHTHALENE
- PARANAPTHALENE
- TETRA OLIVE N2G