NSC26256;[3]Helicene;AI3-00790;CCRIS 1233;HSDB 2166;Phenanthren [German];Phenanthrin;Ravatite;UNII-448J8E5BST;
Xn,
N
Risk Codes:
Transport Information:
MSDS:
China (Mainland)(121)
United States(2)
United Kingdom(1)IUPAC Name: Phenanthrene
Synonyms of Phenanthrene (CAS NO.85-01-8): AI3-00790 ; CCRIS 1233 ; EINECS 201-581-5 ; HSDB 2166 ; NSC 26256 ; Phenanthren ; Phenanthren [German] ; Phenanthrin ; Ravatite ; UNII-448J8E5BST ; Phenanthrene, pure ;
Coal tar pitch volatiles: phenanthrene
CAS NO: 85-01-8
Classification Code: Mutation data ; Tumor data
Molecular Formula: C14H10
Molecular Weight: 178.2292
Molecular Structure:
.png)
Melting Point: 98-100 °C
Index of Refraction: 1.714
Molar Refractivity: 61.93 cm3
Molar Volume: 157.6 cm3
Surface Tension: 47.9 dyne/cm
Density: 1.13 g/cm3
Flash Point: 146.6 °C
Enthalpy of Vaporization: 55.76 kJ/mol
Boiling Point: 337.4 °C at 760 mmHg
Vapour Pressure: 0.000206 mmHg at 25°C
Phenanthrene (CAS NO.85-01-8) is commonly used like labelled polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons as micropollutants.And it's generally used for the preparation of phenanthrenequinone, synthetic resins, pesticides, preservatives, etc.
| Organism | Test Type | Route | Reported Dose (Normalized Dose) | Effect | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| mouse | LD50 | intraperitoneal | 700mg/kg (700mg/kg) | JNCI, Journal of the National Cancer Institute. Vol. 62, Pg. 911, 1979. | |
| mouse | LD50 | intravenous | 56mg/kg (56mg/kg) | U.S. Army Armament Research & Development Command, Chemical Systems Laboratory, NIOSH Exchange Chemicals. Vol. NX#00190, | |
| mouse | LD50 | oral | 700mg/kg (700mg/kg) | Hygiene and Sanitation Vol. 29(6), Pg. 19, 1964. |
IARC Cancer Review: Group 3 IMEMDT IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Man . 7 ,1987,p. 56.(World Health Organization, Internation Agency for Research on Cancer,Lyon, France.: ) (Single copies can be ordered from WHO Publications Centre U.S.A., 49 Sheridan Avenue, Albany, NY 12210) ; Animal Inadequate Evidence IMEMDT IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Man . 32 ,1983,p. 419.(World Health Organization, Internation Agency for Research on Cancer,Lyon, France.: ) (Single copies can be ordered from WHO Publications Centre U.S.A., 49 Sheridan Avenue, Albany, NY 12210) . Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory. EPA Genetic Toxicology Program.
hazard codes of phenanthrene (cas no.85-01-8): 
xn,
n,
f,
t
risk statements: 36/37/38-50-40-67-65-11-52/53-39-23/24/25-63-43-45-20/21/22
r36/37/38: irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
r50: very toxic to aquatic organisms.
r40: limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
r67: vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
r65: harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
r11: highly flammable.
r52/53: harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
r39: danger of very serious irreversible effects.
r23/24/25: toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
r63: possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
r43: may cause sensitization by skin contact.
r45: may cause cancer.
r20/21/22: harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
safety statements: 26-60-61-36-29-62-45-16-7-24/25-23-53-37/39-22
s26: in case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
s60: this material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
s61: avoid release to the environment. refer to special instructions / safety data sheets.
s36: wear suitable protective clothing.
s29: do not empty into drains.
s62: if swallowed, do not induce vomitting; seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
s45: in case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.)
s16: keep away from sources of ignition.
s7: keep container tightly closed.
s24/25: avoid contact with skin and eyes.
s23: do not breathe vapour.
s53: avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.
s37/39: wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
s22: do not breathe dust.
ridadr: un 3077 9/pg 3
wgk germany: 2
rtecs: sf7175000
f: 8
hazardclass: 9
packinggroup: iii
hazardous substances data: 85-01-8(hazardous substances data)
poison by intravenous route. moderately toxic by ingestion. mutation data reported. a human skin photosensitizer. questionable carcinogen with experimental neoplastigenic and tumorigenic data by skin contact. combustible when exposed to heat or flame; can react vigorously with oxidizing materials. to fight fire, use water, foam, co2, dry chemical. when heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
OSHA PEL: TWA 0.2 mg/m3
For occupational chemical analysis use OSHA: #ID-58 or NIOSH: Polynuclear Aromatic Hydrocarbons (HPLC), 5506; (GC), 5515.
