Arsine Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Arsine (AsH3). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Flammable hazardFlammable Storage

Chemical formula

Arsine molecular formula

About Arsine

Arsine is a colorless gas that is used in the semiconductor industry to make microchips. It is also used in the production of some metals and as a pesticide.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
Poisonous gas (Division 2.3)
Storage category
Flammable Storage
Flammable
Yes
Flash point
Not applicable
Storage temperature
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and flames.
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, acids, and alkalis.

Arsine is a poisonous gas that can cause serious health effects and even death.

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Arsine

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Arsine (AsH3). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Additional extinguishing notes: Small fire: dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray, or alcohol-resistant foam. Large fire: use water spray, fog, or alcohol-resistant foam.

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Arsine should account for its listed hazards (Poisonous gas (Division 2.3)), climate control needs (Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and flames.), and segregation requirements. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, acids, and alkalis.

Review NFPA 30 flammable liquid storage requirements and Fire-rated chemical storage rental when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Colorless gas with a pungent odor

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Arsine

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 228 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 10 ft
    • 12 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 48 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 hourChemical Tote Storage

    Single Tote & Pallet Storage

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated 6' Deep 1-Tote-Deep
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Arsine be stored?

Store Arsine in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Poisonous gas (Division 2.3)). Climate range guidance: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and flames.. Compatibility notes: Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, acids, and alkalis. US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Arsine flammable?

Yes — Arsine is flagged as a flammable hazard in this database (Yes). Flash point: Not applicable. Use fire-rated storage and follow NFPA 30 / applicable flammable-liquid rules where they apply.

What hazard class is Arsine?

Arsine is listed as: Poisonous gas (Division 2.3). Arsine is a poisonous gas that can cause serious health effects and even death.

What fire suppression is recommended for Arsine?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Arsine (AsH3). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Arsine storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Arsine. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.