9,10-Dimethyl-1,2-benzanthracene

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon found in tobacco smoke that is a potent carcinogen.

Year introduced: 1985(1975)

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Tree Number(s): D02.455.426.559.847.149.301, D04.615.149.301

MeSH Unique ID: D015127

Registry Number: 57-97-6

Entry Terms:

• 7,12-Dimethylbenz(a)anthracene
• 7,12-Dimethylbenzanthracene
• 7,12 Dimethylbenzanthracene

Previous Indexing:

• Benzanthracenes (1966-1974)

Pharmacologic Action:

• Carcinogens

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