Anthracene, 9-methyl- cas no:779-02-2

NameAnthracene, 9-methyl-
CAS779-02-2
Synonyms9-Methylanthracene;NSC 400540
EINECS(EC#)212-299-7
Molecular FormulaC15H12
Molecular Weight192.26

Appearanceyellow to gold crystalline solid
refractive index1.694 

Hazardclass9

Hazard Xn,N
Risk 22-41-50/53
Safety

Questionable carcinogen with experimental tumorigenic data. Human mutation data reported. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
Safety Information of 9-Methylanthracene (CAS NO.779-02-2):
Hazard Codes: Xn,N
Risk Statements: 22-41-50/53 
22:  Harmful if swallowed
41:  Risk of serious damage to eyes
50:  Very Toxic to aquatic organisms
53:  May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment 
Safety Statements: 26-39-60-61
26:  In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice 
39:  Wear eye/face protection 
60:  This material and/or its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste 
61:  Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions safety data sheet 
RIDADR: UN 3077 9/PG 3
WGK Germany: 3
RTECS: CB0700000
HazardClass: 9
PackingGroup: III

1.		mma-sat 5 µg/plate		MUREAV    Mutation Research. 156 (1985),61.
2.		dnd-esc 10 µmol/L		PNCCA2    Proceedings, National Cancer Conference. 5 (1965),39.
3.		msc-hmn:lym 9 µmol/L		DTESD7    Developments in Toxicology and Environmental Science. 10 (1982),277.