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Germanium tetrahydride |
CAS 7782-65-2 | ||
GeH4 |
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.] |
DOT ID & Guide 2192 119 |
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Exposure
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NIOSH REL: TWA 0.2 ppm (0.6 mg/m3) | ||
| OSHA PEL†: none | |||
| IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | 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 |
BP: -127°F |
FRZ: -267°F |
Sol: Insoluble |
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VP: >1 atm |
IP: 11.34 eV |
RGasD: 2.65 |
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Fl.P: NA (Gas) |
UEL: ? |
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 |
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Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection) Skin: No recommendation Eyes: No recommendation Wash skin: No recommendation Remove: No recommendation Change: No recommendation |
First Aid (See procedures) Breathing: Respiratory support |
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Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available. |
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| Exposure Routes inhalation | |
| 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 |