Difference between revisions of "Lead sesquisilicate"

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== Risks ==
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* Highly toxic by ingestion and inhalation.
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* Human carcinogen, teratogen and suspected mutagen.
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* CTM Potters Supplies: [https://www.ctmpotterssupplies.co.uk/SMLCTM%2041%20Lead%20Sesquisilicate%2027022017.pdf SDS]
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==Physical and Chemical Properties==
 
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== Hazards and Safety ==
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==Resources and Citations==
 
 
Highly toxic by ingestion and inhalation.
 
 
 
Human carcinogen, teratogen and suspected mutagen.
 
 
 
== Authority ==
 
  
 
* Michael McCann, ''Artist Beware'', Watson-Guptill Publications, New York City, 1979
 
* Michael McCann, ''Artist Beware'', Watson-Guptill Publications, New York City, 1979

Latest revision as of 08:37, 7 October 2022

Description

A type of Lead silicate used by potters as a lead frit glaze. Lead sesquisilicate is toxic and may form lead fumes during firing.

Synonyms and Related Terms

lead frit

Risks

  • Highly toxic by ingestion and inhalation.
  • Human carcinogen, teratogen and suspected mutagen.
  • CTM Potters Supplies: SDS

Physical and Chemical Properties

Composition 2PbO - 3SiO2
Melting Point 690-850 C

Resources and Citations

  • Michael McCann, Artist Beware, Watson-Guptill Publications, New York City, 1979
  • Robert Fournier, Illustrated Dictionary of Practical Pottery, Chilton Book Company, Radnor, PA, 1992