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Germanium tetrahydride | CAS 7782-65-2 | ||
GeH4 | RTECS LY4900000 | ||
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 |
Exposure Limits |
NIOSH REL: TWA 0.2 ppm (0.6 mg/m3) | ||
OSHA PEL�: none | |||
IDLH N.D. | Conversion 1 ppm = 3.13 mg/m3 |
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 |
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). | |||
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Bromine |
Measurement Methods None available |
Personal Protection & Sanitation Skin: No recommendation Eyes: No recommendation Wash skin: No recommendation Remove: No recommendation Change: No recommendation |
First Aid (See procedures) Breathing: Respiratory support |
Respirator Recommendations To be added later | |
Exposure Routes inhalation | |
Symptoms Malaise (vague feeling of discomfort), headache, dizziness, fainting; dyspnea (breathing difficulty); nausea, vomiting; kidney injury; hemolytic effects | |
Target Organs
central nervous system, kidneys, blood |
See also: INTRODUCTION |