Pentacyclo[10.7.1.02,11.03,8.016,20]icosa-1(19),2(11),3,5,7,9,12,14,16(20),17-decaene

Pentacyclo[10.7.1.02,11.03,8.016,20]icosa-1(19),2(11),3,5,7,9,12,14,16(20),17-decaene is a complex polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon with the molecular formula C20H12 and CAS number 205-82-3. This substance has a molecular weight of 252.3 g/mol and features a highly condensed ring structure. It is classified as a Category 1B carcinogen and poses significant environmental hazards to aquatic life, requiring careful handling and specialized safety measures.

This polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon typically appears as a solid at room temperature due to its complex ring structure and molecular weight of 252.3 g/mol. As a highly conjugated aromatic system, it exhibits limited solubility in polar solvents but may dissolve in organic solvents. The substance's extensive aromatic character contributes to its stability and potential for bioaccumulation, which underlies its environmental hazard classification.

This substance is primarily used in specialized research applications and as an intermediate in organic synthesis due to its unique polycyclic structure. It may serve as a building block for advanced materials, pharmaceutical research, or as a reference standard in analytical chemistry. Given its carcinogenic classification, its use is restricted to professional settings with appropriate safety controls and typically limited to laboratory-scale applications rather than large-scale industrial processes.

Safe handling requires comprehensive personal protective equipment including respiratory protection, chemical-resistant gloves, and protective clothing to prevent skin contact and inhalation. Work must be conducted in well-ventilated areas or under fume hoods due to the substance's carcinogenic properties (Category 1B). All personnel must be trained in carcinogen handling procedures, and exposure monitoring may be required. Contaminated materials should be treated as hazardous waste.

Storage requires a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Containers must be tightly sealed and properly labeled with appropriate hazard warnings including GHS08 and GHS09 pictograms. Due to its carcinogenic classification, storage areas should be restricted to authorized personnel only. Secondary containment may be necessary to prevent environmental release, and storage conditions should minimize the risk of exposure during handling.

Immediate decontamination is crucial due to the substance's carcinogenic properties. For skin contact, remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash affected areas thoroughly with soap and water. In case of eye contact, flush with clean water for at least 15 minutes. If inhaled, move the person to fresh air immediately. Seek immediate medical attention for all exposure routes, informing medical personnel of the substance's carcinogenic classification and providing the safety data sheet.

Disposal must be conducted through licensed hazardous waste management facilities capable of handling carcinogenic substances. The material cannot be disposed of in regular waste streams due to its dangerous properties classification. All contaminated materials including containers, protective equipment, and cleaning materials must be treated as hazardous waste. Disposal methods must comply with local, national, and EU waste regulations, and detailed waste documentation is typically required.

Transportation is regulated under ADR Class 9 (Miscellaneous dangerous substances), Packing Group III, reflecting its hazardous properties. Packages must comply with UN packaging standards and bear appropriate hazard labels including GHS08 and GHS09 pictograms. Transport documents must include proper shipping names, hazard classifications, and emergency response information. Only authorized carriers trained in dangerous goods transport should handle shipments of this carcinogenic substance.

This substance is subject to extensive regulatory oversight under REACH and CLP regulations due to its carcinogenic classification (Category 1B) and environmental hazards. Special authorization may be required for certain uses, and exposure limits are likely established. The substance requires classification and labeling with danger signal words and specific pictograms (GHS08, GHS09). Users must implement risk management measures and may need to report usage under various regulatory frameworks.

OYSI serves as a specialized European distributor for this complex chemical substance, providing regulatory-compliant supply with proper documentation and safety data sheets. As a carcinogenic substance with restricted applications, purchases typically require verification of legitimate research or industrial use and compliance with regulatory requirements. OYSI ensures proper packaging, labeling, and transport arrangements meeting ADR Class 9 requirements while providing technical support for safe handling and regulatory compliance.