12-Methylbenz(a)anthracene

Agent Name
12-Methylbenz(a)anthracene
CAS Number
2422-79-9
Formula
C19-H14
Major Category
Other Classes
12-Methylbenz(a)anthracene formula graphical representation
Synonyms
12-Methylbenzanthracene; 9-Methyl-1,2-benzanthracene; Benz(a)anthracene, 12-methyl-; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Description
Pale yellow solid; [HSDB]
Sources/Uses
Used in biochemical research; Produced from the incomplete combustion of organic material; Not commercially produced in the US; [HSDB]
Comments
Emergency treatment: "Polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons"; Acute toxicity of PAHs is low; PAHs may cause photosensitivity and may cause cancer after chronic exposure; [HSDB] See "POLYCYCLIC AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS."
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Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
3.3E-07 mm Hg

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