2,3-Benzofluoranthene Property

Melting point:

168 °C

Boiling point:

481 °C

Density 

1.286±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)

color 

Needles from C6H6 or EtOH

Safety

Toxicity

mma-sat 31 nmol/plate CRNGDP 6,1023,85

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H350May cause cancer

H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

P202Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.

P273Avoid release to the environment.

P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P308+P313IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

P391Collect spillage. Hazardous to the aquatic environment

P405Store locked up.

2,3-Benzofluoranthene Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Definition

ChEBI: Benzo[b]fluoranthene is an ortho- and peri-fused polycyclic arene that consists of a benzene ring fused with a acephenanthrylene ring. It has a role as a mutagen.

Safety Profile

Confirmed carcinogen withexperimental carcinogenic and tumorigenic data. Mutationdata reported. When heated to decomposition it emitsacrid smoke and irritating fumes.