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Benzo[e]pyrene

Also known as: 1,2-Benzopyrene, 1,2-Benzpyrene, 1,2-Benzpyrene,4,5-Benzpyrene, 1,2-benzopyrene, 4,5-BENZOPYRENE, 4,5-BENZPYRENE, 4,5-Benzopyrene, 9,10-Benzpyrene, B(e)P, BENZO[E]PYRENE, Benz(e)pyrene, Benzo(a)pyrene, Benzo(e)pyrene, Benzo(l)pyrene, Benzo[e]pyrene 98%, Benzo[l]pyrene, EINECS 205-892-7, MFCD00003605, benz[e]pyrene, benzo<e>pyrene

Benzo[e]pyrene (CAS 192-97-2) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H12 and a molecular weight of 252.309 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 177-180ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 467.5±12.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 228.6±13.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H350 — May cause cancer and H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
192-97-2
Jingsj CID
J-22817-0
Molecular Formula
C20H12
Molecular Weight
252.309 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point177-180ºC(lit.)
Boiling Point467.5±12.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point228.6±13.7 °C
Exact Mass252.093903
LogP6.40
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.887

GHS Safety & Compliance

Health Hazard / Environmental HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H350 — May cause cancer
  • H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Schwarz FP, et al Fluorescence measurements of benzene, naphthalene, anthracene, pyrene, fluoranthene, and benzo(e)pyrene in water. Anal Chem. 1976 Mar;48(3):524-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Benzo[e]pyrene?

The CAS number of Benzo[e]pyrene is 192-97-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzo[e]pyrene?

Benzo[e]pyrene has molecular formula C20H12 and molecular weight 252.309 g/mol.

Is Benzo[e]pyrene hazardous?

Benzo[e]pyrene has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H350 — May cause cancer; H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzo[e]pyrene?

For Benzo[e]pyrene, Upstream Products: Anthracene,9,10-dihydro-, Acrolein, Pyrene-4,5-dione.

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