Anthanthrene
Agent Name
Anthanthrene
CAS Number
191-26-4
Formula
C22-H12
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Anthanthren [German]; Anthranthrene; Dibenzo(cd,jk)pyrene; Dibenzo(def,mno)chrysene.; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Description
Golden-yellow, odorless solid; [CHEMINFO] Golden-yellow crystalline solid; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used as a research chemical; Present in fossil fuels, coal tar, cigarette smoke, coal smoke, gasoline engine exhaust, high-protein foods, barbecue smoke, charcoal-broiled meats, vegetable oils and fats, sewage sludge, dried lake sediments, various lubricating oils, used motor oils, and urban air; [CHEMINFO]
Comments
May cause irritation and photosensitization; [MSDSonline] Danger of cutaneous absorption; [MAK] See "POLYCYCLIC AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
8.75E-10 mm Hg
Adverse Effects
Dermatotoxin
PICD (photoirritant contact dermatitis)
IARC Carcinogen
Not classifiable
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: