Bismuth telluride, undoped
Synonyms & Trade Names
Bismuth sesquitelluride, Bismuth telluride, Bismuth tritelluride, Tellurobismuthite
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)OSHA PEL
TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)Measurement Methods
Physical Description
Gray, crystalline solid.
Molecular Weight
800.8
Boiling Point
?
Melting Point
1063°F
Solubility
Insoluble
Vapor Pressure
0 mmHg (approx)
Ionization Potential
NA
Specific Gravity
7.7
Flash Point
NA
Upper Explosive Limit
NA
Lower Explosive Limit
NA
Noncombustible Solid
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong oxidizers (e.g., bromine, chlorine, or fluorine), moisture, nitric acid (decomposes)
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin, upper respiratory system; garlic breath
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:No recommendation
Provide:Eyewash, Quick drench
Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:No recommendation
Provide:Eyewash, Quick drench
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash immediately
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash immediately
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
See also
Page last reviewed: October 30, 2019
Content
source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health