Name | GERMANE |
Synonyms | Un2192 GERMANE Monogermane Einecs 231-961-6 germaniumhydride germaniumtetrahydride Tetrahydridegermanium Germane [un2192] [poison gas] |
CAS | 7782-65-2 |
EINECS | 231-961-6 |
Molecular Formula | GeH4 |
Molar Mass | 76.64 |
Density | 1,53 g/cm3 |
Melting Point | -165°C |
Boling Point | -88°C |
Water Solubility | insoluble H2O; soluble liquid ammonia, slightly soluble hot HCl [HAW93] |
Vapor Density | 1.53 (142 °C, vs air) |
Appearance | colorless gas |
Specific Gravity | 1.53 |
Exposure Limit | TLV-TWA 0.62 mg/m3 (0.3 ppm) (ACGIH). |
Merck | 13,4418 |
Sensitive | 10: reacts extremely rapidly with moisture and oxygen - may be pyrophoric - sealed system required |
Risk Codes | R17 - Spontaneously flammable in air R21/22 - Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed. R23 - Toxic by inhalation R26 - Very Toxic by inhalation R22 - Harmful if swallowed R12 - Extremely Flammable |
Safety Description | S16 - Keep away from sources of ignition. S24 - Avoid contact with skin. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.) |
UN IDs | 2192 |
WGK Germany | 3 |
RTECS | LY4900000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Hazard Class | 2.3 |
EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
category | compressed gas and liquefied gas |
toxicity classification | poisoning |
acute toxicity | oral administration-mouse LD50: 1250 mg/kg; Inhalation-rat LC50: 450 mg/m3 |
explosive hazard characteristics | blastable when mixed with air or oxide |
flammability hazard characteristics | flammable; spontaneous combustion in air |
storage and transportation characteristics | warehouse ventilation and low temperature drying; Separate from oxidant and acid items |
fire extinguishing agent | water cooling fire cylinder |
occupational standard | TLV-TWA 0.6 mg/m3; STEL 0.6 mg/m3 |
toxic substance data | information provided by: pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov (external link) |