Triethylgallium
Agent Name
Triethylgallium
CAS Number
1115-99-7
Formula
C6-H15-Ga
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Gallium, triethyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN3393
Category
Metals, Organic Compounds
Description
Liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
Reacts violently with water evolving highly flammable gases; Pyrophoric; Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Gallium."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Organometallic substance, solid, pyrophoric, water-reactive."
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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