Anthracene,9,10-dimethyl- cas no:781-43-1

NameAnthracene,9,10-dimethyl-
CAS781-43-1
Synonyms9,10-Dimethylanthracene;NSC 4220
EINECS(EC#)212-308-4
Molecular FormulaC16H14
Molecular Weight206.28

refractive index1.676

Hazard Xn
Risk 20/21-42/43
Safety

Questionable carcinogen with experimental carcinogenic and tumorigenic data. Mutation data reported. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
Hazard Codes: Xn
Risk Statements: 20/21-42/43 
R20/21:Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin. 
R42/43:May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact.
Safety Statements: 36/39 
S36:Wear suitable protective clothing. 
S39:Wear eye / face protection.

1.		mmo-sat 20 µg/plate		CRNGDP    Carcinogenesis. 6 (1985),1483.
2.		mma-esc 10 µg/plate		PMRSDJ    Progress in Mutation Research. 1 (1981),387.
3.		dnr-esc 500 mg/L		PMRSDJ    Progress in Mutation Research. 1 (1981),195.
4.		sln-dmg-par 5 mmol/L		MUREAV    Mutation Research. 125 (1984),243.
5.		mrc-smc 200 ppm		PMRSDJ    Progress in Mutation Research. 1 (1981),481.

 9,10-Dimethylanthracene (CAS NO.781-43-1) hasn't been listed as a carcinogen by NTP, IARC, ACGIH, or CA Prop 65. You can see actual entry in RTECS for complete information.