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What is it?
Tungsten (also tested as tungstic acid) 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 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


11-2025

How safe is it?

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