CAS Number: 1066-37-1
Product Catalog

93-3214

Germanium › Trimethylgermanium bromide, 98+%

Stability: moisture sensitive

Safety: Hazardous

Physical Characteristics: melting point -25°C, boiling point 113.7°C, flash point 99°F, density 1.540

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name:	Trimethylgermanium bromide, 98+%
Product Number:	93-3214
CAS Registry Number:	1066-37-1
Formula:	(CH3)3GeBr
EINECS Number:	213-913-6
Chemical Family:	organogermanium compound
Synonym:	Bromotrimethylgermane

SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient	CAS Number	Percent	ACGIH (TWA)	OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound	1066-37-1	100	no data	no data

SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:	Corrosive to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Inorganic bromides may cause depression, emaciation, and mental deterioration. The element germanium is considered to contribute low toxicity to its compounds.
Primary Routes of Exposure:	Ingestion, inhalation, skin, and eyes.
Eye Contact:	Causes burns to the eyes. May cause blindness.
Skin Contact:	Causes burns to the skin.
Inhalation:	Inhalation of vapor will cause burning sensation, spasms, coughing, headache, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema.
Ingestion:	Corrosive to mouth throat and stomach. May cause dizziness, nausea, vomiting, pain and stomach upset.
Acute Health Effects:	Inhalation of vapor may cause chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. Contact of liquid or vapor with skin and eyes causes burns.
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:	99°F
Autoignition Temperature:	no data
Explosion Limits:	no data
Extinguishing Medium:	dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water, or foam.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:	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 and corrosive fumes.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards:	Flammable liquid. No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures:	Spilled liquid will evaporate and hydrolyze in moist air to form corrosive hydrogen chloride vapor. If equipped with a self contained breathing apparatus, spills may be either flooded with water, or adsorbed into powdered sodium bicarbonate or limestone and swept up.

SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:	Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Keep containers tightly sealed. Inspect plastic bottle caps periodically and replace if leaks develop.

SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:	Always wear safety glasses. If pouring or transferring this substance wear a face shield for additional protection.
Skin Protection:	Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove.
Ventilation:	Always handle material in an efficient fume hood.
Respirator:	If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators 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:	197.6
Melting Point:	-25°C
Boiling Point:	113.7°C
Vapor Pressure:	no data
Specific Gravity:	1.54
Odor:	choking acidic 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. Keep away from heat and ignition sources including open flame and electrostatic discharge.
Incompatibility:	oxidizing agents, water, alcohols, amines, and halogens
Decomposition Products:	Germanium oxide, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, hydrogen bromide, and organic fumes.

SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:	No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects:	No data available
Mutagenic Effects:	No data available
Tetratogenic Effects:	No data available

SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:	No information available

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

SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):	Flammable liquids, Corrosive, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR):	3
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):	8
Packaging Group (CFR):	III
UN ID Number (CFR):	UN# 2924
Shipping Name (IATA):	Flammable liquids, Corrosive, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA):	3
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):	8
Packaging Group (IATA):	III
UN ID Number (IATA):	UN# 2924

SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:	Not 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:	8/20/2002
Revision Date:	8/01/2011