Name | Benzo (k) fluoranthene |
Synonyms | Benzo(k)uoranthene Benzo (k) fluoranthene 11,12-BENZOFLUORANTHENE Benzo(k)fluoranthene in methanol Benzo(k)fluoranthenestandard solution |
CAS | 207-08-9 |
EINECS | 205-916-6 |
InChI | InChI=1S/C20H12/c1-2-6-15-12-19-17-10-4-8-13-7-3-9-16(20(13)17)18(19)11-14(15)5-1/h1-12H |
Molecular Formula | C20H12 |
Molar Mass | 252.31 |
Density | 1.286 |
Melting Point | 215-217°C(lit.) |
Boling Point | 480 °C |
Flash Point | 100°C |
Water Solubility | 1.09 μg/L at 25 °C (de Maagd et al., 1998) |
Solubility | 95% ethanol: <1mg/mL at 20°C |
Vapor Presure | 9.59 x 10-11 mmHg at 25 °C (extrapolated from vapor pressures determined at higher temperatures, Puppet al., 1974) |
Appearance | neat |
Color | Pale yellow needles |
BRN | 1873745 |
pKa | >15 (Christensen et al., 1975) |
Storage Condition | 2-8°C |
Stability | Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. |
Refractive Index | 1.8390 (estimate) |
MDL | MFCD00046287 |
Use | An optical sensor for nitro-aromatic compounds due to fluorescence quenching of the molecule. |
Risk Codes | R45 - May cause cancer R50/53 - Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R40 - Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect R67 - Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness R65 - Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed R38 - Irritating to the skin R11 - Highly Flammable R66 - Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking R36 - Irritating to the eyes R52/53 - Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. R20 - Harmful by inhalation |
Safety Description | S53 - Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.) 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. S36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. S62 - If swallowed, do not induce vomitting; seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S16 - Keep away from sources of ignition. S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S23 - Do not breathe vapour. S33 - Take precautionary measures against static discharges. S25 - Avoid contact with eyes. S9 - Keep container in a well-ventilated place. |
UN IDs | UN 2811 6.1/PG 3 |
WGK Germany | 3 |
RTECS | DF6350000 |
HS Code | 29029000 |
Hazard Class | 6.1(b) |
Packing Group | III |
Toxicity | LC50 (21-d) for Folsomia fimetaria >560 mg/kg (Sverdrup et al., 2002). |
Reference Show more | 1. Wang Hongbin, Groups, Xie Bingqian, et al. Responses of Chlorella aqua and Pagoda in Water Environment to Toxic Stress Induced by Benzo [k] Fluoranthene [J]. Hubei Agricultural Sciences, 2018, v.57;No.604(07):38-42. |
Henry's Law Constant | 2.17, 4.24, 10.56, 13.62, 19.54, and 39.77 at 10.0, 20.0, 35.0, 40.1, 45.0, and 55.0 °C, respectively(wetted-wall column, ten Hulscher et al., 1992) |
(IARC) carcinogen classification | 2B (Vol. 92) 2010 |
EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
category | toxic substances |
flammability hazard characteristics | combustible; combustion produces stimulating smoke |
storage and transportation characteristics | ventilation and low temperature drying |
fire extinguishing agent | dry powder, foam, sand, carbon dioxide, mist water |
toxic substance data | information provided by: pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov (external link) |