CAS Number: 10038-98-9
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32-0700

Germanium › Germanium(IV) chloride (99.9999%-Ge) PURATREM

Stability: moisture sensitive

Safety: Hazardous

Physical Characteristics: melting point -49.5°C, boiling point 83.1°C, density 1.880

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name:	Germanium(IV) chloride (99.9999%-Ge) PURATREM
Product Number:	32-0700
CAS Registry Number:	10038-98-9
Formula:	GeCl4
EINECS Number:	233-116-7
Chemical Family:	metal halide
Synonym:	Germanium tetrachloride

SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient	CAS Number	Percent	ACGIH (TWA)	OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound	10038-98-9	100	no data	no data

SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:	Harmful by inhalation. Extremely destructive to the upper respiratory tract, eyes and skin. Material hydrolyzes in contact with moisture releasing corrosive hydrogen chloride fumes.
Primary Routes of Exposure:	Ingestion, inhalation, skin, eyes
Eye Contact:	Liquid and vapors causes burns to the eyes and blindness.
Skin Contact:	Corrosive to skin. Contact can lead to redness, pain, blistering, ulceration, and scar formation.
Inhalation:	Harmful by inhalation. Inhalation will result in severe irritation of the respiratory tract, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema.
Ingestion:	Ingestion is unlikely due to pungent choking odor. Causes burns to the gastrointestinal system.
Acute Health Effects:	Harmful by inhalation. Material is extremely destructive to tissue of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract, eyes and skin.
Chronic Health Effects:	No information available on long-term chronic effects.
NTP:	No
IARC:	No
OSHA:	No

SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Exposure:	Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Skin Exposure:	Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists.
Inhalation:	Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Ingestion:	Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:	not applicable
Autoignition Temperature:	none
Explosion Limits:	none
Extinguishing Medium:	none required
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:	If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products:	If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic chlorine and hydrochloric acid fumes.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards:	No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures:	Small spills can be mixed with powdered sodium bicarbonate, lime, or calcium carbonate and swept up. Spillage in areas not adequately ventilated may require an evacuation of area. Emergency response teams will require self-contained breathing apparatus.

SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:	Store material in a tightly sealed bottle away from moisture. If possible, handle material in an efficient fume hood. Prolonged exposure to the atmosphere may lead to degradation of the product.

SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:	Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection:	Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove.
Ventilation:	If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Respirator:	In the absence of adequate ventilation a respirator should be worn. The use of a respiratory requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Additional Protection:	No additional protection required.

SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:	colorless liq.
Molecular Weight:	214.4
Melting Point:	-49.5°C
Boiling Point:	83.1°C
Vapor Pressure:	no data
Specific Gravity:	1.88
Odor:	Pungent odor.
Solubility in Water:	Reacts with water

SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:	moisture sensitive
Hazardous Polymerization:	no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:	contact with moisture
Incompatibility:	Water, alcohols, strong bases, and active metals.
Decomposition Products:	with moisture: hydrogen chloride gas and germanium oxides.

SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:	Administration into the eye (rabbit); Standard Draize test: 50 mg. Inhalation (mouse); LC50: 44 gm/m3/2H. Intravenous (mouse); LD50: 56 mg/kg. Inhalation (mouse); TCLo: 500 mg/m3/2H/40D-I.
Carcinogenic Effects:	no data
Mutagenic Effects:	Mutagen
Tetratogenic Effects:	no data

SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:	No information available

SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:	Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.

SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):	Corrosive liquids, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR):	8
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):	NA
Packaging Group (CFR):	II
UN ID Number (CFR):	UN# 1760
Shipping Name (IATA):	Corrosive liquid, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA):	8
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):	NA
Packaging Group (IATA):	II
UN ID Number (IATA):	UN# 1760

SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:	Listed in the TSCA inventory
SARA (Title 313):	Title compound not listed
Second Ingredient:	none
Third Ingredient:	none

SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer:	The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information.
Preparation Date:	8/21/2001
Revision Date:	8/01/2011