Is Gallium Safe to Touch?

Pure gallium is not a harmful substance for humans to touch. It has been handled many times only for the simple pleasure of watching it melt by the heat emitted from a human hand. However, it is known to leave a stain on hands. ... Some gallium compounds can actually be very dangerous, however.

Is gallium metal safe to play with?

Gallium is a silvery metal and element number 31 on the Periodic Table, and it melts at 85.6 degrees Fahrenheit. That's a temperature low enough for gallium to melt in your hand — and unlike the liquid metal mercury, gallium is safe to play with, according to chemists.

Is it safe for kids to play with gallium?

The metal liquid is super fun to play with and resembles a mirror when left to dry flat. Gallium is non-toxic but children should be supervised while experimenting with gallium.