The NIOSH Worker Notification Program notifies workers and other stakeholders about the findings of these research studies.
NIOSH Worker Health Study Summaries-NIOSH conducts research to prevent illnesses and injuries in the workplace. Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health IDLH) Value Profile: Antimony (as Sb)-NIOSH reviews relevant scientific data and researches methods for developing IDLH values. NIOSHTIC-2 search results on antimony-NIOSHTIC-2 is a searchable database of worker safety and health publications, documents, grant reports, and journal articles supported in whole or in part by NIOSH. Useful search terms for antimony include “antimony metal,” “antimony powder,” and “stibium.” NIOSH Chemical Resources The following resources provide information about occupational exposure to antimony. Visit NIOSH’s page on Managing Chemical Safety in the Workplace to learn more about controlling chemical workplace exposures. If you work in an industry that uses antimony, please read chemical labels and the accompanying Safety Data Sheets for hazard information. NIOSH recommends that employers use Hierarchy of Controls to prevent injuries. Workers who work around antimony compounds and alloys. 
Employees involved in antimony mining and extraction processes.Workers in the glass working industries.Employees involved in metal soldering and brazing work.Some examples of workers at risk of being exposed to antimony include the following: Antimony is coupled with materials like lead to improve their durability.
It is used to make flame-proofing materials and in some paints, glass, and batteries. The level of exposure depends upon the dose, duration, and work being done.Īntimony is used in many industries. Workers may be harmed from exposure to antimony and its compounds. Antimony can also cause problems with the lungs, heart, and stomach. Antimony (Sb) is a silver-white brittle solid or a dark-gray, lustrous powder.
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