Synonym:Orthotelluric acid, Telluric(VI) acid, Tellurium hydroxide

---

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title compound13451-14-4100%.1mg(Te)/m3.1mg(Te)/m3

---

Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, inhalation, skin, eyes.
Eye Contact:Causes mild to moderate irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact:Causes mild irritation of the skin.
Inhalation:Harmful by inhalation. irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion:Harmful if swallowed.
Acute Health Affects:harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Chronic Health Affects:No information available on long-term chronic effects.
NTP:No
IARC:No
OSHA:No

---

SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if
Skin Exposure:
irritation persists.
Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in
Inhalation:
breathing, coughing, wheezing or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce
Ingestion:
vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

---

SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:not applicable
Autoignition Temperature:not applicable
Explosion Limits:not applicable
Extinguishing Medium:none required
If this product is involved in a fire, firefighters should be equipped with NIOSH approved positive pressure
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
self-contained breathing apparatus.
Hazardous Combustion andIf involved in a fire this material may produce toxic fumes of tellurium oxide.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazard.

---

SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures:Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up.

---

SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Store in a tightly sealed container. When handling, avoid forming airborne dust. Use good housekeeping
Handling and Storage:
practices to avoid contamination of work area.

---

SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection:Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing.
Ventilation:To minimize exposure handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respiratory
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation:To minimize exposure handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection:No additional protection required.

---

SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:white powder
Molecular Weight:193.61(229.64)
Melting Point:136°
Boiling Point:160°C dec.
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:3.071
Odor:none
Solubility in Water:soluble

---

SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:air and moisture stable
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:none
Incompatibility:strong bases
Decomposition Products:tellurium oxide

---

SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects:no data
Mutagenic Effects:no data
Tetratogenic Effects:no data

---

SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:No information available

---

SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.

---

SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):Toxic Solid, Inorganic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR):6.1
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):III
UN ID Number (CFR):UN #3288
Shipping Name (IATA):Toxic Solid, Inorganic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA):6.1
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):III
UN ID Number (IATA):UN #3288

---

SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:Not listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):Title compound not listed
Second Ingredient:none

---

SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A