General Description
Odorless white solid. Sinks in water.
Reactivity Profile
Calcium carbide mixed with LEAD FLUORIDE(7783-46-2), at ordinary temperatures, becomes incandescent [Mellor 5:862-64. 1946-47].
Air & Water Reactions
Slightly soluble in water.
Health Hazard
Not irritating to skin or mucuous membranes; protect against chronic poisoning. Early symptoms of lead intoxication via inhalation or ingestion are most commonly gastrointestinal disorders, colic, constipation, etc.; weakness, which may go on to paralysis chiefly of the extensor muscles of the wrists and less often the ankles, is noticeable in the most serious cases. Ingestion of a large amount causes local irritation of the alimentary tract; pain, leg cramps, muscle weakness, paresthesias, depression, coma, and death may follow in 1 or 2 days. Contact with eyes causes irritation.
Potential Exposure
Used to make other chemicals, underwater paints; electronic and optical parts (for growing
single-crystal, solid-state lasers); in high-temperature dryfilm lubricants; and making special grades of glass.
Fire Hazard
Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes. Some are oxidizers and may ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.). Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. Containers may explode when heated.
First aid
If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove any
contact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least
15 minutes, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. Seek
medical attention immediately. If this chemical contacts the
skin, remove contaminated clothing and wash immediately
with soap and water. Seek medical attention immediately.
If this chemical has been inhaled, remove from exposure,
begin rescue breathing (using universal precautions, including resuscitation mask) if breathing has stopped and CPR if
heart action has stopped. Transfer promptly to a medical
facility. When this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention. Give large quantities of water and induce
vomiting. Do not make an unconscious person vomit
Shipping
UN3288 Toxic solids, inorganic, n.o.s., Hazard
Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials, Technical
Name Required. UN2291 Lead compounds, soluble n.o.s.,
Hazard Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials,
Technical Name Required
Incompatibilities
Violent reaction with oxidizers, chemically active metals; calcium carbide. May ignite combustibles, such as wood, paper, oil, etc
Description
Lead fluoride is a white to colorless, odorlesscrystalline (rhombic, orthorhombic) solid. Molecularweight =245.19; Boiling point=1292℃; Freezing/Meltingpoint = 825℃. Hazard Identification (based on NFPA-704M Rating System): Health 1, Flammability 0, Reactivity 0.Slightly soluble in water.
Chemical Properties
Lead fluoride is a white to colorless, odorless
crystalline (rhombic, orthorhombic) solid
Application
It is used as the transmission window in λ: 250 nm–10 mm and as the prism in the infrared region.
storage
Color Code—Blue: Health Hazard/Poison: Storein a secure poison location. Prior to working with thischemical you should be trained on its proper handling andstorage. Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, wellventilated area. Lead is regulated by an OSHA Standard1910.1025. All requirements of the standard must befollowed.
