Thallium(I) formate
Agent Name
Thallium(I) formate
CAS Number
992-98-3
Formula
C-H2-O2.Tl
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Thallium(I) formate; Thallous formate; Formic acid, thallium(1+) salt; [ChemIDplus] UN1707
Category
Metals, Inorganic Compounds
Description
White crystalline solid; Soluble in water; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
An irritant; Can cause blindness; Can be absorbed through skin; May be fatal by inhalation, ingestion, and skin absorption; Targets kidneys, cardiovascular system, skin, liver, male reproductive system, nerves, and eyes; [Aldrich MSDS] See "Thallium" and the linked occupational disease.
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Skin Designation (ACGIH)
Yes
TLV (ACGIH)
0.02 mg/m3, inhhalable fraction, as Tl
PEL (OSHA)
0.1 mg/m3, as Tl
IDLH (NIOSH)
15 mg/m3, as Tl (soluble compounds)
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Thallium compound, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Sensorimotor
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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