Methane, selenobis-(9CI) cas no:593-79-3

NameMethane, selenobis-(9CI)
CAS593-79-3
SynonymsMethylselenide (6CI,7CI,8CI); Dimethyl selenide; Dimethylselenium; Methyl selenium
EINECS(EC#)209-807-4
Molecular FormulaC2H6 Se
Molecular Weight109.02

Appearancecolourless liquid with an unpleasant odour.
storage temp2-8°C

Hazardclass3

Hazard T: Toxic;N: Dangerous for the environment;
Risk R23/25
Safety

Moderately toxic by intraperitoneal and subcutaneous routes. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of Se. See also SELENIUM COMPOUNDS.
Hazard Codes:
N: Dangerous for the environment
T: Toxic
Risk Statements about Dimethyl selenide (593-79-3):
R33 Danger of cumulative effects.
R23/25: Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed.
R50/53: Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Statements about Dimethyl selenide (593-79-3):
S28 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap-suds.
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.)
S60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. 
S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / safety data sheets.

1.		ipr-rat LD50:2200 mg/kg		PSEBAA    Proceedings of the Society for Experimental Biology and Medicine. 79 (1952),230.
2.		scu-rat LDLo:2180 mg/kg		ARTODN    Archives of Toxicology. 45 (1980),207.
3.		ipr-mus LD50:1800 mg/kg		PSEBAA    Proceedings of the Society for Experimental Biology and Medicine. 79 (1952),230.