Sittig's Handbook of Toxic and Hazardous Chemicals and Carcinogens

For over thirty years, Sittig's Handbook of Toxic and Hazardous Chemicals and Carcinogens has proven to be a reliable, accessible must-have reference work on hazardous materials. This updated and revised 7th edition is the most quickly accessible and comprehensive listing of the hazardous chemicals that are commonly used, transported, and regulated in industry and the workplace. Information is the most vital resource anyone can have when dealing with potential hazardous substance accidents, spillages, fires, or acts of terror. It is also essential for the safe day-to-day operation of chemical processes and environmental protection. Sittig's Handbook provides extensive data for over 2,200 chemicals in a uniform format, enabling fast and accurate decisions in any situation. The chemicals are presented alphabetically and classified as a carcinogen, hazardous substance, hazardous waste, or toxic pollutant. This new edition contains expanded and reviewed information for each chemical listed (including chemicals classified as WMD) and has been updated to keep pace with world events, standards and regulations. The seventh edition includes over 100 new records, and every single record has been checked, and updated as necessary. Find the chemical you are looking for quickly and reliably: entries have a full range of synonyms for each chemical, including trade names and CAS indexRelevant data for USA and EU included throughout, along with the essential chemical hazard information applicable worldwideThe trusted source of reliable information depended on by first-line responders (emergency services), industry, logistics companies, scientists and environmental protection organizations