Name:
Zinc selenide 99.99%
Synonym:
CAS:
1315-09-9
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Zinc selenide 99.99%
Synonym:
Synonym:
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 1315-09-9 | ZINC SELENIDE | 99.99 | 215-259-7 |
| Hazard Symbols: T Risk Phrases: 23/25 33 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed. Danger of cumulative effects.The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.Moisture sensitive.Air sensitive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Chronic:
Chronic exposure to selenium may cause central nervous system effects, digestive tract disturbances, pallor, garlic breath,
Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed. Danger of cumulative effects.The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.Moisture sensitive.Air sensitive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Chronic:
Chronic exposure to selenium may cause central nervous system effects, digestive tract disturbances, pallor, garlic breath,
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Rinse area with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Notes to Physician:
Skin:
Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Rinse area with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Notes to Physician:
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 water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
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 water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Provide ventilation.
Spills/Leaks:
Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Provide ventilation.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 1315-09-9: 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 OSHAs 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.
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 1315-09-9: 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 OSHAs 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.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Solid
Color: not available
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: > 1100 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: insoluble
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: SeZn
Molecular Weight: 144.34
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Not available.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, exposure to air, exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents - strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Selenium/selenium oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Not available.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, exposure to air, exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents - strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Selenium/selenium oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 1315-09-9 unlisted.
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
ZINC SELENIDE - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
CAS# 1315-09-9 unlisted.
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
ZINC SELENIDE - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Shipping Name: SELENIUM COMPOUND, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 3283
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: SELENIUM COMPOUND, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 3283
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: SELENIUM COMPOUND, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 3283
Packing group: II
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases:
R 23/25 Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed.
R 33 Danger of cumulative effects.
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).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 1315-09-9: No information available.
Canada
CAS# 1315-09-9 is listed on Canadas NDSL List.
CAS# 1315-09-9 is not listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 1315-09-9 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
