Download or read book Handbook of Chemicals and Safety written by T.S.S. Dikshith and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2016-04-19 with total page 494 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive resource, this volume offers a tool for the management of a range of chemical substances commonly used, handled, stored, transported, and disposed of as wastes. The substances include industrial solvents, pesticides, metals, air pollutants, toxic gases, drugs, and other items. Information supplied includes the chemical abstract system (CAS) number, IUPAC name, molecular formula, synonyms and trade names, use and exposure, toxicity and health effects, and carcinogen factors. Also included is information on exposure limits, methods of proper storage, and waste disposal.