Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
56-55-3
Name of the chemical
Benzo[a]anthracen (790/2009)
Concentration
>= 80 - <= 100
General Information
Version
8.6
Revision date
2025-11-07
Product name
Benz[a]anthracene
CAS No.
56-55-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
Emergency telephone
+1-703-527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
MilliporeSigma Canada Ltd
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H350, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H350
May cause cancer
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Carcinogenicity : Category 1B Short-term (acute) : Category 1 aquatic hazard Long-term (chronic) : Category 1 aquatic hazard
Long term hazards
Category 1 aquatic hazard
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H350 May cause cancer. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P391 Collect spillage.
Storage
P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Other hazards
None known
