Picene

Agent Name
Picene
CAS Number
213-46-7
Formula
C22-H14
Major Category
Other Classes
Picene formula graphical representation
Synonyms
1,2,7,8-Dibenzphenanthrene; 1,2:7,8-Dibenzophenanthrene; 3,4-Benzchrysene; Benzo(a)chrysene; Dibenzo(a,i)phenanthrene; Pycene; beta,beta-Binaphthyleneethene; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Description
Fluorescent solid; [Merck Index] Tan crystalline solid; [AccuStandard MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Present in tar oils from soft coal; [Merck Index] Component of coal combustion emissions; [IARC]
Comments
See "POLYCYCLIC AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS."
Biomedical References
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Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
3.73E-09 mm Hg

Adverse Effects

IARC Carcinogen
Not classifiable

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

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