FLUORENE

Safety Data Sheet
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1. PRODUCT ID: CAS No.: 86-73-7 E-C No.:201-695-5 Weight:  166.22g/mol Formula: C13H10

2. HAZARDS ID:  GHS Class: Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 1) Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 1)
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Signal Word:         WARNING
HAZARD STATEMENT(S): H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. 
 PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT(S): P273: Avoid release into environment.  P391: Collect spillage.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.

HMIS Classification: Health hazard  1, Flammability   1,  Physical hazards   0			
NFPA Rating: Health hazard  1, Fire     1, Reactivity hazard   0
2.3: Other Hazards: none

3. COMPOSITION / INFO: 
Chemical Name			 CAS No.	 	Percent		
Fluorene		             		 86-73-7                   98%                  

4. FIRST AID: Eyes: Rinse with plenty of water as precaution. Skin: Rinse with plenty of soap & water Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Rinse with water. Inhalation: Move to fresh air.  Physician: Treat symptomatically & supportively. 

5. FIRE FIGHTING: Info: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus if necessary. Special Hazards: Carbon oxides
Extinguishing: use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. 

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE: Info: Use proper PPE as indicated in Section 8. Spills: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Reduce airborne dust and prevent scattering by moistening with water. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the PPE Section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. Do not let material enter drains. 

7. HANDLING & STORAGE: Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.  Avoid ingestion and inhalation. 
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. 

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PPE: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits. 
Chemical Name                  ACGIH                        NISOH                    OSHA-Final / Vacated PELs 
Fluorene                               None listed                    None listed               None listed

PPE: Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA’s eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. 0.11mm thick nitrile. Clothing: Wear appropriate PPE to prevent skin exposure. Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. Hygiene: General industrial hygiene practice. 

9. PHYSICAL & CHEM: White – off-white crystalline powder.  Boiling Pt: 298°C (568˚F) Melting Pt:111-114°C (232-237˚F) Flash Pt:  151°C (303.80°F) 

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY: Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Avoid: Incompatibles, dust generation, excess heat. Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents. Hazardous Decomp: see section 5

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFO: RTECS#: LL5670000.  LD50: Intraperitoneal, mouse  > 2,0 mg/kg
Carcinogenicity:  Not listed by ACGIH, NTP, or OSHA.  IARC – Group 3 not classifiable as carcinogenicity to humans.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFO: Fate:  Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Environmental Toxicity:  LC50-fish- 0.82mg/l-96h, EC50-Algae-3.4mg/l-96h
Bioaccumulation: Rainbow trout-24h -0.0191mg/l Bioconcentration factor: 512

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.   RCRA P-Series: None listed.  RCRA U-Series: None listed. 

14. TRANSPORT INFO: RQ: 5000 lb.
DOT: UN 3077, Environmentally hazardous substances, solid, n.o.s. (Fluorene), 9, III, ERG 171
IMDG: UN 3077, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (Fluorene), 9, III,
IATA: UN 3077, Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (Fluorene), 9, III,

15. REGULATORY INFO: SARA 311/312:  chronic health hazard,
Section 302 (RQ) CAS# 86-73-7; final RQ = 5000 pounds (2270 kg). 
Section 302 (TPQ) None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ. 

Section 313 No chemicals are reportable under Section 313. 
STATE CAS# 86-73-7 is not present on state lists from CA, MN, FL. 
PA & NJ Right to Know:  Fluorene  CAS#86-73-7 Revision date 09/28/2007
California Prop.65 components: WARNING! This product contains a chemical known to the State of CA to cause cancer.	Fluorene  CAS#86-73-7  Revision date 09/28/2007

EUROPEAN/INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives 
Hazard Symbols: Not available.   WGK (Water Danger/Protection) CAS# 86-73-7: No information available. 
Canada -DSL.NDSL CAS# 86-73-7 is listed on Canada’s DSL List.  Canada - WHMIS   Not available. 
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List CAS# 86-73-7 is not listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List. 

16. DISCLAIMER INFO: DUDLEY CORPORATION provides the information herein in good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this.  Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose. DUDLEY CORPORATION makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, including without limitation and warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose with respect to the information set forth herein or to the product to which the information refers. Accordingly, DUDLEY CORPORATION will not be responsible for damages resulting from the use of or reliance upon this information.