Brent, that is probably because the stuff can kill you. BeO is definitely BAD stuff. I would think BeI is also bad. (wipes out your lungs) Gary -----Original Message----- From: mems-talk-bounces@memsnet.org [mailto:mems-talk-bounces@memsnet.org]On Behalf Of Brent Garber Sent: Tuesday, April 22, 2008 3:51 PM To: General MEMS discussion Subject: [mems-talk] Beryllium Iodide Source Hi All, Can anyone help me find a supplier that I can buy small amounts of Beryllium Iodide ( Be2I ). All of the places that show it on their websites here in the US no longer offer it.