Benzo[b]fluoranthene

Benzo[b]fluoranthene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) that consists of five fused benzene rings. It has the molecular formula C20H12 and a molecular weight of 252.31 g/mol.

Benzo[b]fluoranthene is formed during the incomplete combustion of organic matter and is found in coal tar, crude oil, and cigarette smoke. It is also used as a starting material in the synthesis of other organic compounds, such as dyes, pigments, and pharmaceuticals.

Benzo[b]fluoranthene is considered to be a potential human carcinogen by various regulatory agencies due to its mutagenic and genotoxic properties. Exposure to benzo[b]fluoranthene has been linked to an increased risk of cancer, particularly lung and skin cancers. Therefore, appropriate safety precautions should be taken when handling benzo[b]fluoranthene to minimize the potential risks to human health and the environment.