Uses - Chemical intermediate, catalyst, reducing agent, rubber vulcanizer, doping agent, rocket propellant, flame speed accelerator. Explosion potential is high. Avoid sources of extreme heat or ignition including sparks or fire. Other Names - Boroethane, boron hydride, diboron hexahydride. Effects may be delayed up to 24 hours.
Caution is advised.
Nausea and pulmonary edema may also occur. Other possible effects of acute exposure include dizziness, headache, weakness, lack of coordination, muscle spasms, tremor, and seizures. Exposure to diborane may irritate or burn the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Acute exposure to diborane may require decontamination and life support for the victims. Emergency personnel should wear protective clothing appropriate to the type and degree of contamination.