Germanium tetrahydride
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CAS
7782-65-2
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GeH4
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RTECS
LY4900000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Germane, Germanium hydride, Germanomethane, Monogermane [Note: Used chiefly for the production of high purity germanium for use in semiconductors.]
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DOT ID & Guide
2192 / 119
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 0.2 ppm (0.6 mg/m3)
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OSHA PEL†: none
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
1 ppm = 3.13 mg/m3
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Physical Description
Colorless gas with a pungent odor. [Note: Shipped as a compressed gas.]
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MW: 76.6
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BP: -127°F
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FRZ: -267°F
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Sol: Insoluble
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VP: >1 atm
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IP: 11.34 eV
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RGasD: 2.65
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Fl.P: NA (Gas)
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UEL: ?
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LEL: ?
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Flammable Gas (may ignite SPONTANEOUSLY in air).
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Bromine
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Measurement Methods
None available
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: No recommendation
Eyes: No recommendation
Wash skin: No recommendation
Remove: No recommendation
Change: No recommendation
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First Aid (See procedures)
Breathing: Respiratory support
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation
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Symptoms
Malaise (vague feeling of discomfort), headache, dizziness, fainting; dyspnea (breathing difficulty); nausea, vomiting; kidney injury; hemolytic effects
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Target Organs
central nervous system, kidneys, blood
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 1244 |
