Tetramethylgermanium
Agent Name
Tetramethylgermanium
CAS Number
865-52-1
Formula
C4-H12-Ge
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Germanium, tetramethyl-; TL 81; [ChemIDplus] UN1993
Category
Metals, Organic Compounds
Description
Clear light yellow liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
Inhalation lethal concentration (mouse) > 2,500 mg/m3/10min; [RTECS] A strong eye irritant; Harmful by ingestion, inhalation, and skin absorption; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Germanium." See "Tetramethyl lead."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
30 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Flammable liquid, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Other CNS neurotoxin
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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