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  Fluoranthene

Fluoranthene was found in 5 of 10 umbilical cord blood samples from babies born in U.S. hospitals in 2004, at concentrations ranging from 12.2 to 19.9 ng/g (lipid weight, in whole blood). It was also found in 3 of 3 adult blood samples, at concentrations ranging from 10.0 to 21.3 ng/g (lipid weight, in whole blood).

PAHs are toxic byproduct of combustion. Humans exposed through air or diet. Probable carcinogens. In animals cause birth defects, affect skin, blood, reproductive and immune systems.

About Fluoranthene *
CAS RN	206-44-0
Chemical Class	Polyaromatic hydrocarbon (PAH)
Chemical functions	amino groups detector, conductor, corrosion resister, emitter, heat resister
May be found in the following types of products	Anti-corrosion materials, Corrosion inhibitors
Uses	intermediate for fluorescent dyes, pharmaceuticals, and agrichemicals

* Information may include trade names, manufacturers, and products for other chemicals in the Polyaromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) class.

Suspected Health Concerns for Fluoranthene

Stomach Or Intestines

References for Health Effects