General Information
Version
This safety data sheet was created pursuant to the requirements of Canada
Revision date
2026-08-20
Product name
SODIUM BISELENITE (L121)
Product Synonyms
Sodium hydrogen selenite Sodium selenite
CAS No.
7782-82-3
Emergency telephone
1-800-255-6730, 1-800-621-8251, +44 (0) 1256 841144
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Company Information
company name
Oxoid Ltd
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H300, H331, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H300
Fatal if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Fatal if swallowed Toxic if inhaled May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Prevention
Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
Response
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor Rinse mouth
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Acute oral toxicity Category 1 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Cardiovascular system.
