Arsine (EC: 232-066-3)

CAS 7784-42-1 AsH₃ MW 78.0000 Danger
NIOSH Potential Occupational Carcinogen
Flame Flame
Gas Cylinder Gas Cylinder
Skull and Crossbones Skull and Crossbones
Health Hazard Health Hazard
Environment Environment
Emergency: 911 | Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222

Safety Data Sheets

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Precautionary Statements

CodeStatement
P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surface, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P222 Do not allow contact with air.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264 Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/...
P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] Wear respiratory protection.
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P308+P316 IF exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately.
P316 Get emergency medical help immediately.
P319 Get medical help if you feel unwell.
P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see ... on this label).
P321 Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)).
P377 Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.
P381 In case of leakage, eliminate all ignition sources.
P391 Collect spillage.
P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P410+P403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...

Exposure Limits

OSHA PEL0.05 ppm
NIOSH RELCeiling: 2E-3 mg-m3
NIOSH IDLH3 ppm
Skin NotationYes — can be absorbed through skin

Physical Properties

Colorless gas with a mild, garlic-like odor.

Boiling Point-81°F
Vapor Pressure14.9 atm at 70°F
Specific Gravity1.689 at 185°F

NFPA 704 Diamond

4
4
2
Health Fire Reactivity

Target Organs

Blood

cancer, sudden extensive hemolysis

Synonyms

arsenic hydride; arsenic trihydride; arsenous hydride; hydrogen arsenide

Data Sources

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