SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Germanium(II) Selenide
CAS #: 12065-10-0
Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development
Supplier details:
Stanford Advanced Materials
E-mail: sales@samaterials.com
Tel: (949) 407-8904
Address: 23661 Birtcher Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630 U.S.A.
SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 3), H301
Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 3), H311
Skin irritation (Category 2), H315
Eye irritation (Category 2A), H319
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Category 2), H373
Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 1), H400
Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 1), H410
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section,see Section 16.
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H301 + H311
Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skinH315
Causes skin irritation.
H319
Causes serious eye irritation.
H373
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H410
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statement(s)
P260
Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ Vapors/ spray.
P264
Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P273
Avoid release to the environment.
P280
Wear eye protection/ face protection.
P280
Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing.
P301 + P310 + P330
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. Rinse mouth.
P302 + P352
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P302 + P352 + P312
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you
feel unwell.
P305 + P351 + P338
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and
easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P314
Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell.
P332 + P313
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
P337 + P313
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
P361
Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
P391
Collect spillage.
P405
Store locked up.
P501
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS-none
SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Substances
Formula: GeSe
Molecular weight: 151.6 g/mol
CAS-No.: 12065-10-0EC-No.: 235-061-4
Index-No.: 034-002-00-8
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of first aid measures
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Move out of dangerous area.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a
physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Take victim immediately to hospital. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
Most important symptoms and effects, both ac
ute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2)
and/or in section 11
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available
SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Selenium/selenium oxides, Germanium oxides
Advice for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
Further information
No data available
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear respiratory protection. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing Vapors, mist or gas. Ensure
adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.
For personal protection see section 8.
Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to doso. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the
environment must be avoided.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed
containers for disposal.
Reference to other sectionsFor disposal see section 13.
SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
Further processing of solid materials may result in the formation of combustible dusts. The potential for
combustible dust formation should be taken into consideration before additional processing occurs.
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.
For precautions see section 2.2.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Keep in a dry place.
Storage class (TRGS 510): Non-combustible, acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic hazardous materials or
hazardous materials causing chronic effects
Specific end use(s)
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under
appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique
(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of
contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
Wash and dry hands.
Body Protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected
according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle
respirator type N99 (US) or type P2 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering
controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use
respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as
NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the
environment must be avoided.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance
Form: pieces
Colour: grey
Odor
No data availableOdor Threshold
No data available
pH
No data available
Melting point/freezing point
Melting point/range: 670 °C (1,238 °F)-lit.
Initial boiling point and boiling range
No data available
Flash point
No data available
Evaporation rate
No data available
Flammability (solid, gas)
No data available
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits
No data available
Vapor pressure
No data available
Vapor density
No data available
Relative density
5.6 g/cm3 at 25 °C (77 °F)
Water solubility
No data available
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water
No data available
Auto-ignition temperature
No data available
Decomposition temperature
No data available
Viscosity
No data available
Explosive properties
No data available
Oxidizing properties
No data available
Other safety information
No data available
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No data available
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No data available
Conditions to avoid
No data available
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products
Other decomposition products - No data availableIn the event of fire: see section 5
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
No data available
Inhalation:
No data available
No data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
No data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
No data available
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
No data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
No data available
Carcinogenicity
IARC:
3-Group 3: Not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans(Germanium(II) selenide)
ACGIH:
No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a
carcinogen or potential carcinogen by ACGIH.
NTP:
No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a
known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP.
OSHA:
No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a
carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA.
Reproductive toxicity
No data available
No data available
Specific target organ toxicity -single exposure
No data available
Specific target organ toxicity -repeated exposure
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Aspiration hazard
No data available
Additional Information
RTECS: Not available
Acute selenium poisoning produces central nervous system effects, which include nervousness,
convulsions, and drowsiness. Other signs of intoxication can include skin eruptions, lassitude,
gastrointestinal distress, teeth that are discolored or decayed, odorous ("garlic") breath, and partial
loss of hair and nails. Chronic exposure by inhalation can produce symptoms that include pallor,
coating of the tongue, anemia, irritation of the mucosa, lumbar pain, liver and spleen damage, as well
as any of the other previously mentioned symptoms. Chronic contact with selenium compounds may
cause garlic odor of breath and sweat, dermatitis, and moderate emotional instability., To the best of
our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly
investigated.
Stomach-Irregularities-Based on Human Evidence
Stomach-Irregularities-Based on Human Evidence
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity
No data available
Persistence and degradability
No data available
Bioaccumulative potential
No data available
Mobility in soil
No data available
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
Other adverse effects
An environmental hazard cannot be excluded in the event of unprofessional handling or disposal.
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped
with an afterburner and scrubber.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
SECTION 14. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
DOT (US)
UN number: 3283
Class:
6.1
Packing group:
III
Proper shipping name:
Selenium compound, solid, n.o.s. (Germanium(II) selenide)
Reportable Quantity
(RQ): Poison Inhalation Hazard:
No
IMDG
UN number:
3283
Class:
6.1
Packing group:
III
EMS-No:
F-A, S-A
Proper shipping name:SELENIUM COMPOUND, SOLID, N.O.S. (Germanium(II) selenide)
IATA
UN number:
3283
Class:
6.1
Packing group:
III
Proper shipping name:
Selenium compound, solid, n.o.s. (Germanium(II) selenide)
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA 302 Components
No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302.
SARA 313 Components
The following components are subject to reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313:
Germanium(II) selenide
CAS-No. 12065-10-0
Revision Date 2007-07-01
SARA 311/312
Hazards
Acute Health Hazard, Chronic Health Hazard
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act.
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Germanium(II) selenide
CAS-No. 12065-10-0
Revision Date
2007-07-01
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Germanium(II) selenide
CAS-No. 12065-10-0
Revision Date
2007-07-01
California Prop. 65 Components
This product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or any other reproductive harm.
SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION
Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is
believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the
product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the
properties of the product.
