Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: Phenanthrene
Catalog Numbers: SC-18157
Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS# 85-01-8
Chemical Name Phenanthrene
Percent 95%
EINECS/ELINCS 201-581-5
Hazard Symbols: Xn,N,F,T
Risk Phrases: 22 40 50/53
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Potential Health Effects
Eye: Cause eye irritation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic: Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water.
Ingestion: Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. 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.
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical 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. Do not let this chemical enter the environment.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits: CAS# 85-01-8:
United States OSHA: 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (as benzene soluble fraction) (Coal tar pitches).
Belgium - TWA: ( coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: ( coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 VME (vapors and mists, benzene-soluble fraction)
Germany: ( coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 VME (vapors and mists, benzene-soluble fraction)
Malaysia: ( coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (as benzene solubles)
Spain: ( coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 VLA-ED (benzene soluble fraction)
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Solid
Color: white to light beige - grey
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 336 deg C @760mmHg ( 636.80°F)
Freezing/Melting Point: 95 - 101 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: 99-101°C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Insoluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.063 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Molecular Formula:C14H10
Molecular Weight: 178.23
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS#: CAS# 85-01-8: SF7175000
CAS# 208-96-8:
LD50/LC50: RTECS:
CAS# 85-01-8: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 700 mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 1.8 gm/kg;
Carcinogenicity: Phenanthrene - NTP: Known carcinogen (Coal tar pitches). IARC: Group 1 carcinogen (Coal tar pitches).
Other Studies: See actual entry in RTECS for complete information. The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Fish: Rainbow trout: LC50: 3.2 mg/L; 96h;
Other:Do not empty into drains.Log POW: 4.52
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.
UN Number: 3077
Packing Group: III
USA RQ: CAS# 85-01-8: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
Severe Marine Pollutant
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Class: Xn,N
Risk Phrases:
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases:
S 29 Do not empty into drains.
S 36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets.
Section 16 - Additional Information
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