NAME: Coal Tar Pitch Volatiles (benzene soluble fraction)
SYNONYM(s): CTPV; Anthracene; BaP; Phenanthrene; Acridine; Chrysene; Pyrene
IMIS: 0700
CAS: 65996-93-2
NIOSH: RTECS GF8655000; 26732
DESCRIPTION:
Appearance and odor vary depending upon specific compounds.
INCOM: Strong oxidizers
Exposure Limits
OSHA GENERAL INDUSTRY PEL: 0.2 mg/m3
OSHA CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY PEL: 0.2 mg/m3 TWA
ACGIH TLV: 0.2 mg/m3 TWA; Appendix A1 (Confirmed Human Carcinogen)
NIOSH REL: 0.1 mg/m3 TWA-Cyclohexane Extractable Fraction, Potential Carcinogen
Health Factors
IARC: Coal-Tar Pitches and Coal-Tars - Group 1, carcinogenic to humans
SYMPTOM(s): Dermatitis; bronchitis; (carcinogenic)
HEALTH EFFECTS: Cumulative lung damage (HE10)
ORGAN: Respiratory system, bladder, kidneys, skin
Monitoring
PRIMARY SAMPLING/ANALYTICAL METHOD (SLC1):
MEDIA: Glass Fiber Filter (Gelman Type A/E)
MAX V: 960 Liters MAX F: 1.5-2.0 L/min
ANL 1: Extraction-gravimetric
REF: 2 (OSHA 58)
SAE: 0.15
CLASS: Fully Validated
NOTE: After sampling, filter must be transferred to a vial with a Teflon-lined cap. Sample must be protected from direct sunlight. OSHA staff should obtain filters and vials from SLTC. If chemicals are present that may be soluble in Benzene, such as Sulfur, please note them on the 91A form, because additional analyses may be possible to determine the extent of interference.
BULK METHOD:
Limit the amount of bulk submitted to one gram or one mL.
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