ICSC 0946 - SELENIUM DIOXIDE

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SELENIUM DIOXIDE	ICSC: 0946 (March 2000)
Selenious anhydride Selenium oxide

CAS #: 7446-08-4

UN #: 3283

EC Number: 231-194-7

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Burning sensation. Cough. Laboured breathing. Sore throat. Shortness of breath. Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness. Pain. Skin burns. Blisters.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns.	Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Abdominal pain. Burning sensation. Sore throat. Shock or collapse.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: II
STORAGE
Separated from food and feedstuffs. Dry.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

SELENIUM DIOXIDE

ICSC: 0946

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance LUSTROUS WHITE HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS OR POWDER. ITS YELLOWISH GREEN VAPOUR HAS A PUNGENT SOUR SMELL. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes. The solution in water is a medium strong acid (selenic acid). Attacks many metals in the presence of water.	Formula: SeO₂ Molecular mass: 110.96 Sublimation point: 315°C Density (at 15°C): 3.95 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 40 Vapour pressure, kPa at 70°C: 1.65

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
LUSTROUS WHITE HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS OR POWDER. ITS YELLOWISH GREEN VAPOUR HAS A PUNGENT SOUR SMELL.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes. The solution in water is a medium strong acid (selenic acid). Attacks many metals in the presence of water.

Formula: SeO₂
Molecular mass: 110.96
Sublimation point: 315°C
Density (at 15°C): 3.95 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 40
Vapour pressure, kPa at 70°C: 1.65

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Inhalation may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The substance may cause effects on the eyes. This may result in allergic-type reaction of the eyelids (rose eye). Medical observation is indicated.	Inhalation risk Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. The substance may have effects on the respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, central nervous system and liver. This may result in nasal irritation, persistent garlic odour, stomach pain, nervousness and liver impairment.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Inhalation may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The substance may cause effects on the eyes. This may result in allergic-type reaction of the eyelids (rose eye). Medical observation is indicated.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. The substance may have effects on the respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, central nervous system and liver. This may result in nasal irritation, persistent garlic odour, stomach pain, nervousness and liver impairment.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 0.2 mg/m³, as TWA. MAK: (as Se, inhalable fraction): 0.02 mg/m³; peak limitation category: II(8); skin absorption (H); carcinogen category: 3; pregnancy risk group: C

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.

NOTES
The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Immediate administration of an appropriate inhalation therapy by a doctor, or by an authorized person, should be considered.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: T, N; R: 23/25-33-50/53; S: (1/2)-20/21-28-45-60-61; Note: A

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