Gallium arsenide (GaAs)
Skull and Crossbones
Health Hazard
Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H331 |
Toxic if inhaled | Acute toxicity, inhalation |
H350 |
May cause cancer | Carcinogenicity |
H360F |
May damage fertility | Reproductive toxicity |
H372 |
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure | Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P203 |
Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
P260 |
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P261 |
Avoid breathing 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. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P304+P340 |
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. |
P316 |
Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P318 |
if exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P321 |
Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)). |
P403+P233 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Physical Properties
Dark gray crystals with a metallic greenish-blue sheen or gray powder.
| Specific Gravity | 5.31 |
NFPA 704 Diamond
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2
Health
Fire
Reactivity
Synonyms
gallium monoarsenide
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 14770
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