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Tellurium hexafluoride is the oldest known fluoride of tellurium. It is a colorless, highly toxic gas with an extremely unpleasant smell.Tellurium hexafluoride is not a very common chemical and can be found at few suppliers. It costs approximately 2000 USD for 50 grams
People exposed to tellurium compounds exhibit "tellurium breath", which has a garlic-like odour. This garlic odour is also present in sweat and urine. Other symptoms of tellurium exposure include headache, dyspnea, weakness, bluish-black markings on fingers, neck, face and gums, metallic taste in the mouth and skin rash. Death may occur from pulmonary edema. People exposed to tellurium compounds should be removed from the area and seek medical attention.
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