Stable, but pyrophoric. Capable of detonation with some initiators. Flammable. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, chlorine, nitric acid.
Toxicology
Extremely toxic by inhalation. IARC gro
Appearance:colourless gas smelling of garlic
Hazard Symbols:Highly poisonous by inhalation. TLV: 0.05 ppm.
Risk CodesR12; R26; R48/20; R50/53
Safety: Confirmed human carcinogen. Poison by inhalation. Human red blood cell, gastrointestinal system, central nervous system, and other systemic effects by inhalation. Flammable when exposed to flame. Moderately explosive when exposed to Cl2, HNO3, (K + NH3), open flame, or powerful shock. Dangerous, more toxic than its oxidation product. When heated to decomposition it emits highly toxic fumes of arsenic. See also ARSENIC, ARSENIC COMPOUNDS, and HYDRIDES.
Analytical Methods:
For occupational chemical analysis use OSHA: #ID-125 G or NIOSH: Arsine, 6001.