Name | SELENIUM TETRABROMIDE |
Synonyms | Einecs 232-181-9 SELENIUM BROMIDE SELENIUM TETRABROMIDE SELENIUM (IV) BROMIDE Selenium(IV) tetrabromide |
CAS | 7789-65-3 |
EINECS | 232-181-9 |
Molecular Formula | Br4Se |
Molar Mass | 398.59 |
Melting Point | 70-80°C (dec.)(lit.) |
Water Solubility | Decomposes in water. Soluble in carbon disulfide, chloroform, ethyl bromide |
Appearance | crystal |
Color | reddish black |
Exposure Limit | ACGIH: TWA 0.2 mg/m3NIOSH: IDLH 1 mg/m3; TWA 0.2 mg/m3 |
Merck | 14,8437 |
Sensitive | Moisture Sensitive |
Hazard Symbols | T - Toxic |
Risk Codes | R23/24/25 - Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. R34 - Causes burns R40 - Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect |
Safety Description | S22 - Do not breathe dust. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S27 - Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.) |
UN IDs | UN 3290 6.1/PG 2 |
WGK Germany | 3 |
TSCA | Yes |
Hazard Class | 8 |
Packing Group | II |
EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
category | corroded articles |
toxicity classification | highly toxic |
flammability hazard characteristics | non-combustible; When heated or exposed to water, acid emits highly toxic hydrogen selenide and other gases |
storage and transportation characteristics | warehouse ventilation and low temperature drying; Separate storage and transportation from acids and food |
fire extinguishing agent | carbon dioxide, dry powder, sand |