Lead(II) carbonate
Agent Name
Lead(II) carbonate
CAS Number
598-63-0
Formula
C-H2-O3.Pb
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Cerussete; Cerussite; Dibasic lead carbonate; Lead(2+) carbonate; Plumbous carbonate; Carbonic acid, lead(2+) salt (1:1); Lead carbonate (PbCO3); [ChemIDplus]
Category
Lead Compounds, Inorganic
Description
Colorless crystals; [HSDB] Practically insoluble (1.1 mg/L at 25 deg C); [ATSDR ToxProfiles]
Sources/Uses
Used in polymerization catalysts, curing agents for silicon resins; heat-resistant lubricants; lead-acid storage batteries, wire-reinforced hoses, thermistors, and heat stabilizers for PVC polymers; Also used in electrophotography and thermographic copying; [HSDB]
Comments
See "Lead" and linked occupational diseases.
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
BEI
Lead in blood = 200 ug/L (20 ug/100 ml); sampling time not critical; [ACGIH]
TLV (ACGIH)
0.05 mg/m3, as Pb
PEL (OSHA)
0.05 mg/m3, as Pb
Explanatory Notes
mp = 315 deg C (decomposes); [ATSDR ToxProfiles]
Adverse Effects
Anemia
Hemolytic anemia
Neurotoxin
Predominantly motor
Nephrotoxin
Yes
Reproductive Toxin
Yes
IARC Carcinogen
Probable (2a)
NTP Carcinogen
Anticipated human carcinogen
ACGIH Carcinogen
Confirmed Animal
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent:
Activities
Activities with risk of exposure: