Gallium trifluoride
Agent Name
Gallium trifluoride
CAS Number
7783-51-9
Formula
F3-Ga
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Gallium fluoride; [ChemIDplus] Gallium (III) fluoride; [MSDSonline] UN3260
Category
Metals, Inorganic Compounds
Description
White odorless powder; Insoluble in cold water (0.2 g/L); [MSDSonline]
Comments
A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis; [MSDSonline] See "FLUORIDES."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
BEI
Fluorides in urine = 2 mg/L prior to shift or 3 mg/L at end of shift; (Repeated measurements recommended.)
TLV (ACGIH)
2.5 mg/m3, as F
PEL (OSHA)
2.5 mg/m3, as F
MAK
1 mg/m3, inhalable fraction, as F
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive solid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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