Tungstic acid
What is it?
Tungstic Acid or Tungsten is a metal used in alloys in medicine and industries, such as the dyeing of textiles.
How can I avoid it?
Skin contact with Tungstic Acid or Tungsten is required for it to cause a rash. Discontinuation of exposure to products containing Tungstic Acid or Tungsten should result in improvement and/or the resolution of your dermatitis. At work, request a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to help identify potential sources of exposure.
Uses:
- Ceramics
- Dental implants
- Filament in incandescent lamps
- Heating elements
- Intravascular devices
- Jewelry
- Joint replacements
- Leather tanning
- Manufacture of fireproof and waterproof materials
- Mordant for dye in textiles
- Steel and heavy metal alloys
- Water treatment process
- Welding electrodes
Other names for Tungstic Acid or Tungsten:
- Orthotungstic acid
- Wolfram
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