Arsine
CAS Number
7784-42-1Synonym
Agent SA; Arsane; Arsenic hydride; Arsenic trihydride; Arsenous hydride; Hydrogen arsenide
Occurrence/Use
Synthesis of semiconducting materials, metals refining; proposed chemical warfare weapon during World War II
Cancer Potency Information
| Latest Criteria: | Reference Exposure Levels |
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Air
Acute RELs
| Acute REL (μg/m3): | 0.2 |
|---|---|
| Species: | Mouse |
| Acute REL Toxicologic Endpoint: | Reproductive/ development (decreased fetal weight); altered brain structure and funtion |
| Acute REL Target Organs: | Reproductive/ development, cardiovascular system, nervous system |
| Severity: | Severe |
| Last Acute REL Revision: | 2008 |
| Acute Reference Exposure Levels Comments: |
OEHHA 2008. Technical Supporting Document for Noncancer RELs, Appendix D1. Updated July 2014. |
8-Hour RELs
| 8-Hour Inhalation REL (μg/m3): | 0.015 |
|---|---|
| Last 8-Hour REL Revision: | 2008 |
| 8-Hour Reference Exposure Levels Comments: |
OEHHA 2013. Technical Support Document for Noncancer RELs, Appendix D1. Updated July 2014. |
Chronic REL
| Chronic Inhalation REL (μg/m3): | 0.015 (inhalation); 0.0035 μg/kg BW-day (oral) |
|---|---|
| Chronic Target Organs: | Reproductive/ development; cardiovascular system; nervous system; lung; skin |
| Human Data: | Yes |
| Last Chronic REL Revision: | 2008 |
| Chronic Reference Exposure Levels Comments: |
OEHHA 2008. Technical Supporting Document for Noncancer RELs, Appendix D1. Updated July 2014. |