SELENIUM HEXAFLUORIDE | ICSC: 0947 (March 2000) |
Selenium fluoride |
CAS #: 7783-79-1 |
UN #: 2194 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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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. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
STRICT HYGIENE! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Headache. Nausea. Shortness of breath. Burning sensation. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. Pain. ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE. | Protective gloves. Cold-insulating gloves. | ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention . |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. 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 |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation. NEVER direct water jet on liquid. Personal protection: gas-tight chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof if in building. Cool. Ventilation along the floor. Separated from food and feedstuffs. | |
PACKAGING | |
SELENIUM HEXAFLUORIDE | ICSC: 0947 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: SeF6 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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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 |
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The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. |
NOTES |
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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. Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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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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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations Selenium hexafluoride (UKPID)