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ACENAPHTHENEICSC: 1674 (October 2006)
1,2-Dihydroacenaphthylene
1,8-Ethylenenaphthalene
CAS #: 83-32-9
UN #: 3077
EC Number: 201-469-6

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Combustible.  Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.  NO open flames.  Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust.  Use water spray, dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide.   

See Notes. PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!  
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation   Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin   Protective gloves.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. 
Eyes   Wear safety goggles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

enviro;aqua
WARNING
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 9; UN Pack Group: III 

STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. 
PACKAGING
 
ACENAPHTHENE ICSC: 1674
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE-TO-BEIGE CRYSTALS. 

Physical dangers
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air. 

Chemical dangers
On combustion, forms toxic gases including carbon monoxide. Reacts with strong oxidants. 

Formula: C12H10
Molecular mass: 154.2
Boiling point: 279°C
Melting point: 95°C
Density: 1.2 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 0.0004
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.3
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 5.3
Flash point: 135°C o.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: >450 °C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.9/4.5  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion. 

Effects of short-term exposure
 

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
See Notes. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment. 

NOTES
Acenaphthene occurs as a pure substance and also as a component of polyaromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) mixtures.
Human population studies have associated PAH's exposure with cancer and cardiovascular diseases.
Insufficient data are available on the effect of this substance on human health, therefore utmost care must be taken. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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