May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption. Causes eye and skin irritation. Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. They also have teratogenic effect in some animal species. No teratogenic effects have been reported with exposure to organometallic lead compounds.
Excessive exposure can affect blood, nervous and digestive systems.
The synthesis of hemoglobin is inhibited and results in anemia. If left untreated, neuromuscular dysfunction, possible paralysis and encephalopathy can result. High body levels produce increased cerebrospinal pressure, brain damage, stupor leading to coma and often death. Under RCRA, it is the responsibility of the product user to determine at the time of disposal, whether a material containing the product or derived from the product should be classified as a hazardous waste. Data not available at the present time.