o-Phenanthroline monohydrate

Agent Name
o-Phenanthroline monohydrate
CAS Number
5144-89-8
Formula
C12-H8-N2.H2-O
Major Category
Other Classes
o-Phenanthroline monohydrate formula graphical representation
Synonyms
4,5-Phenanthroline monohydrate; 1,10-Phenanthroline, monohydrate; [ChemIDplus] 1,10-o-Phenanthroline monohydrate; 1,10-Phenanthroline monohydrate; 4,5-Diazaphenanthrene monohydrate; beta-Phenanthroline monohydrate; Orthophenanthroline monohydrate; [CAMEO] UN2811
Category
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Description
White solid with a mild odor; [CAMEO] Off-white odorless crystals; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as an analytical reagent, colorimetric indicator, and in organic syntheses; [Merck Index] Used as a drier in the coatings industry; [NTP]
Comments
An irritant; Harmful by ingestion, inhalation, and skin absorption; [NTP] May cause irritation; Toxic by ingestion; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "2,2'-Bipyridine." See "POLYCYCLIC AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS."
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Exposure Assessment

Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Toxic solid, organic, n.o.s."

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