Dust entry

Tetrasodium pyrophosphate dust

Airborne particulate from tetrasodium pyrophosphate handling and processing.

Airborne form

dust

The form describes what is suspended in air at the point of exposure. A material can produce more than one form, such as dust during handling and fume during heating.

Health effects

eye irritationskin irritationnose irritationthroat irritationdermatitis

Evidence

NIOSH lists inhalation, ingestion, skin, and eye contact routes for tetrasodium pyrophosphate and reports irritation of the eyes, skin, nose, and throat, plus dermatitis; target organs are eyes, skin, and respiratory system.

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Symptoms and target organs · 1

Exposure Routes: inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact. Symptoms: irritation eyes, skin, nose, throat; dermatitis. Target Organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory system.

Controls

enclosed chemical handling
local exhaust ventilation
exposure monitoring
skin and eye protection
appropriate particulate respiratory protection