Trimethylsilane
Agent Name
Trimethylsilane
CAS Number
993-07-7
Formula
C3-H10-Si
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Silane, trimethyl-; [ChemIDplus] UN3161
Category
Metalloid Compounds (Silicon)
Description
Colorless compressed gas with a mild repulsive odor; [Linde Gas MSDS]
Comments
Reacts with water evolving methane; May form silicic acid on contact with tissue (irritant); Sudden release of compressed gas may cause frostbite; [Linde Gas MSDS] See "Diethylsilane."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Lethal Concentration
LC50 (rat) > 5,000 ppm/1hr
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Liquefied gas, flammable, n.o.s."
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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