It is a byproduct of combustion of coal or any fraction of petroleum
products. It has a multi-ring structure, and is a known human
carcinogen. The following organizations have set exposure limits, both
industrial and environmental:
IARC
MEK
ACGIH (TLV/TWA)
ATSDR
US EPA
CAL EPA
EPA ranks this as the most potent member of the anthracenes, and
therefore ranks it with a potency of 1.0. All other potencies are
normalized to this.
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On 8 Oct 1995, Paul UCD wrote:
> I need help.... anyone have info on BENZANTHRACENE? Thanks!
>> Paul
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