Agent Name
Phenanthrene-d10
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Perdeuteriophenanthrene; [ChemIDplus] Phenanthrene(d10); Phenanthrene (d10); (d10)Phenanthrene; (d10) Phenanthrene; Deuterated phenanthrene; Phenanthrene (deuterated); [NTP] UN3077
Category
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Description
Colorless solid; [NTP] Hygroscopic solid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used in dyestuffs, explosives, medical synthesis, and biochemical studies; [NTP]
Comments
May cause skin photo-sensitization; Possible carcinogen; [NTP] A skin and strong eye irritant; Harmful by ingestion; Causes photosensitivity, with light induced allergic reactions ranging from sunburn-like reactions to edematous, vesiculated lesions, or bullae; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Phenanthrene."
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Environmentally hazardous substances, solid, n.o.s."
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion
Dermatotoxin
PICD (photoirritant contact dermatitis)
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: