E-Limit

Benz[a]anthracene

CAS Number

56-55-3

Last Revised

2006

TWA Limit

(L)

STEL

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Ceiling Limit

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Notes & Notations
  • ACGIH (L) - Exposure by all routes should be carefully controlled to levels as low as possible
  • ACGIH A2 - Suspected human carcinogen (cancer causing)
  • IARC 2B - Possibly carcinogenic (cancer causing) to humans
  • OHSR 5.57 is applicable for this designated substance
Basis of B.C. Exposure Limit
Minimize the potential for:
  • Skin cancer
  • Note: There may be other potential health effects; refer to ACGIH TLV Documentation and other relevant references.
Synonyms:

Tetraphene

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