Benzo(ghi)perylene
Agent Name
Benzo(ghi)perylene
CAS Number
191-24-2
Formula
C22-H12
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
1,12-Benzoperylene; 1,12-Benzperylene; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Description
Pale yellow-green solid; [ICSC]
Sources/Uses
Used for scientific research; Not commercially used or produced; [HSDB] "Benzo(ghi)perylene is present as a component of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) content in the environment usually resulting from the incomplete combustion or pyrolysis of organic matters, especially fossil fuels and tobacco." [ICSC]
Comments
May cause irritation; [MSDSonline] See "POLYCYCLIC AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
1E-10 mm Hg
Adverse Effects
IARC Carcinogen
Not classifiable
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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