11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Acute toxicity estimate Oral - 100 mg/kg (Expert judgment)
Remarks: Classified according to Regulation (EU) 1272/2008, Annex VI (Table 3.1/3.2)
Acute toxicity estimate Inhalation - 4 h - 0.501 mg/l - dust/mist (Expert judgment)
Remarks: Classified according to Regulation (EU) 1272/2008, Annex VI (Table 3.1/3.2)
Dermal: No data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
Remarks: Causes skin irritation.
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Germ cell mutagenicity
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Carcinogenicity
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Reproductive toxicity
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
May cause respiratory irritation.
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Remarks: Classified according to Regulation (EU) 1272/2008, Annex VI (Table 3.1/3.2)
Aspiration hazard
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
11.2 Additional Information
The following applies to selenium compounds in general: strong irritant effect on mucous membranes, especially in the eye and in the respiratory tract (bronchopneumonia, pulmonary oedema); selenium acts as an enzyme toxin already after the absorption of small doses; typical garlic odour of perspiration and breath; dermatitis is possible; long- term exposure results in impairments in the intermediary metabolism; toxic effect on liver, kidneys, urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract, spleen, bone marrow, heart, nerves (paralysis symptoms). Selenium is an essential trace element for man.
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.