Sodium Selenate

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification GHS classification of chemical product Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 2 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) : Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation : Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 1 (Skin, Teeth, Central nervous system, Liver, Kidney, Bone) repeated exposure Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard : Category 1 Long-term (chronic) aquatic haz- ard : Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if swallowed or if inhaled. Causes skin irritation. Causes damage to organs (Skin, Teeth, Central nervous system, Liver, Kidney, Bone) through prolonged or repeated exposure. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Do not breathe dust. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves. Wear respiratory protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None known.