59227-46-2

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed. Danger of cumulative effects.
Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. No skin absorption data found.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation:
Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Symptoms demonstrated by humans suffering from chronic selenium intoxication, selenosis, include depression, languor, nervousness, dermatitis, gastrointestinal disturbances, giddiness, garlic odor of the breath and sweat, moderate emotional instability, excess dental caries, and in extreme cases, loss of fingernails and partial alopecia (hair loss).

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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid.
Skin:
In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:

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Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use carbon dioxide.

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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Provide ventilation.

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Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid breathing dust.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits CAS# 59227-46-2: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: (listed as selenium compounds): 0.1 mg TWA (except hydrogen selenide, as Se) United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: (listed as selenium compounds): 0.3 m STEL (except hydrogen selenide, as Se) United States OSHA: 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (as Se) (listed under Selenium compounds).
Belgium - TWA: (listed as selenium compounds): 0.2 mg/m3 VLE (as Japan: (listed as selenium compounds): 0.1 mg/m3 OEL (except SeH2 SeF6, as Se) Malaysia: (listed as selenium compounds): 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (as Se) Netherlands: (listed as selenium compounds): 0.1 mg/m3 MAC (as Se Spain: (listed as selenium compounds): 0.1 mg/m3 VLA-ED (except hydrogen selenide, as Se) Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

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Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State: Needles
Color: white
Odor: Mild acidic odor
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: 139 - 140 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: Slightly soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: C10H8O2Se
Molecular Weight: 239.13

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Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported

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Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 59227-46-2 unlisted.
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
3-(Benzo[b]selenyl)acetic acid - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.

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Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

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Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

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Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION

IATA
Shipping Name: ORGANOMETALLIC COMPOUND, TOXIC, N.O.S.*
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 3282
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: ORGANOMETALLIC COMPOUND, TOXIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 3282
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: ORGANOMETALLIC COMPOUND, TOXIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 3282
Packing group: III

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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T N
Risk Phrases:
R 23/25 Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed.
R 33 Danger of cumulative effects.
R 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases:
S 20/21 When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with
plenty of water.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
S 60 This material and its container must be
disposed of as hazardous waste.
S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to
special instructions/safety data sheets.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 59227-46-2: No information available.
Canada
None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL/NDSL list.
CAS# 59227-46-2 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 59227-46-2 is not listed on the TSCA inventory.
It is for research and development use only.

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A