Home Resource Center Product Data & Related Literature Beryllium Beryllium Metal Technical Papers Corrosion Resources Beryllium Corrosion and How to Prevent it Although beryllium generally offers good corrosion resistance, the metal’s unrivaled value as an aerospace metal is maximized by adhering to anti-corrosion techniques. Beryllium Corrosion Where Water Vapor and Salt Contamination are Expected In “normal” atmospheric environments, beryllium shows superior resistance to corrosion. When using beryllium in conditions where water vapor and salt contamination are expected, a variety of coatings can be used to provide maximum protection.