Phosphine

CAS 7803-51-2 H₃P MW 34.0000 Danger
Flame Flame
Gas Cylinder Gas Cylinder
Corrosion Corrosion
Skull and Crossbones Skull and Crossbones
Environment Environment
Emergency: 911 | Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222

Safety Data Sheets

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Hazard Statements

CodeStatementHazard Class
H220 Extremely flammable gas Flammable gases
H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated Gases under pressure
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Skin corrosion/irritation
H318 Causes serious eye damage Serious eye damage/eye irritation
H330 Fatal if inhaled Acute toxicity, inhalation
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard

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.
P264+P265 Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
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.
P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P302+P361+P354 IF ON SKIN: Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse with water for several minutes.
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+P354+P338 IF IN EYES: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P316 Get emergency medical help immediately.
P317 Get emergency medical help.
P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see ... on this label).
P321 Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)).
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
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 PEL0.3 ppm
NIOSH REL0.3 ppm
NIOSH STEL1 ppm
NIOSH IDLH50 ppm
Skin NotationYes — can be absorbed through skin

Physical Properties

Colorless gas with a fish- or garlic-like odor.

Boiling Point-126°F
Vapor Pressure41.3 atm
Specific Gravity0.746 at -130°F

NFPA 704 Diamond

4
4
2
Health Fire Reactivity

Target Organs

Lungs

severe pulmonary irritation and acute systemic poisoning

Synonyms

hydrogen phosphide; phosphorated hydrogen; phosphorus hydride; phosphorus trihydride

Data Sources

Disclaimer: This information is compiled from public regulatory databases for reference only. It does not replace the manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Always consult the official SDS for your specific product before handling chemicals.

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