General Information
Product name
Digermane (Ge2H6)
Product Synonyms
Germanium hydride, digermanium hexahydride, germanium (III) hydride, germanium trihydride
CAS No.
13818-89-8
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Germanium precursor in thin films and silicon-germanium (SiGe) alloy hetero-structures
Manufacturer Name
Metaloid Precursors, Inc
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Metaloid Precursors, Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
info@metaloids.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H224, H280, H331
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H224
Extremely flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
OSHA HCS Classification
H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapor (Category 1) H280: Contains gas under pressure (10.28psia); may explode if heated H331: Toxic if inhaled (Category 1).
Hazard pictograms
Flammable Gas – Gas Under Pressure – Acute Toxicity (by inhalation) - Health Hazard
Hazard statements
H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapor. H280: Contains gas under pressure (10.28psia); may explode if heated. H331: Toxic if inhaled.
Precautionary statements
P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. P260: Do not breathe fume/ gas/ vapor/ spray. P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P284: Wear respiratory protection. P304 + P340 IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P320: Specific treatment is urgent (see first aid instructions). P377 Leaking gas fire Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely P381: Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. 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 an approved waste disposal plant.
Physical hazards
Flammable Gases - Category 1 - Extremely flammable gas. Contains gas under pressure (vacuum); may explode if heated. Can form explosive mixtures with air.
Health hazards
Acute toxicity, inhalation - Category 2 – Fatal if inhaled. ; Released: May 31, 2015; Supersedes all MSDS versions. Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure (Category 2) May causes damage to organs (kidney and liver) through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Environmental hazards
None
Prevention
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe fumes or mist. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
In case of leakage: Eliminate all ignition sources. Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. In case of leakage, eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately get medical attention. Specific treatment is urgent (see First Aid on this label) If exposed or concerned: CALL A POISON CENTER. Manufacturer/supplier or the competent authority to specify the appropriate source of emergency medical advice
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up. Protect from sunlight. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. HNOC:* None Supplemental Info: None
