Tungsten dichloride dioxide
Agent Name
Tungsten dichloride dioxide
CAS Number
13520-76-8
Formula
Cl2-O2-W
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
UN3260
Category
Metals, Inorganic Compounds
Description
Light yellow hygroscopic powder with an acrid odor; Soluble in cold water; Decomposed by hot water; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "Tungsten."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
TLV (ACGIH)
3 mg/m3, as W, respirable particulate matter
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive solid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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