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1 Identification of substance: 
· Product details: 
· Product name: Selenite Cystine Broth 
· Catalog number: 211606, 4311606 
· Manufacturer/Supplier: 
BD Diagnostic Systems 
7 Loveton Circle 
Sparks, MD 21152 
Tel: (410) 771-0100 or (800) 638-8663 
· Information department: Technical Services 
· Emergency information: 
In case of a chemical emergency, spill, fire, exposure, or accident contact BD Diagnostic Systems at 
(410)771-0100 or (800)638-8663, or ChemTrec at (800)424-9300. 
2 Composition/Data on components: 
· Chemical characterization 
· Description: Mixture of the substances listed below with nonhazardous additions. 
· Dangerous components: 
10102-18-8 sodium selenite 17.4% 
7558-79-4 sodium phosphate, dibasic 43.46% 
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3 Hazards identification 
· Hazard description: 
Xn Harmful 
· Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment 
R 20/22 Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. 
R 33 Danger of cumulative effects. 
· Classification system 
The classification was made according to the latest editions of international substances lists, and 
expanded upon from company and literature data. 
· NFPA ratings (scale 0-4) 
Health = 3 
Fire = 0 
Reactivity = 0 0 3 
4 First aid measures 
· General information 
Symptoms of poisoning may even occur after several hours; therefore provide medical observation for at 
least 48 hours after the accident. 
· After inhalation Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints. 
· After skin contact Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. 
· After eye contact Rinse opened eye for 15 minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor. 
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Product name: Selenite Cystine Broth 
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· After swallowing Immediately call a doctor. 
· Information for doctor Show this label. 
5 Fire fighting measures 
· Suitable extinguishing agents 
CO2, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam. 
· Protective equipment: No special measures required. 
6 Accidental release measures 
· Person-related safety precautions: Not required. 
· Measures for environmental protection: Wipe up with damp sponge or mop. 
· Measures for cleaning/collecting: Ensure adequate ventilation. 
· Additional information: 
See Section 7 for information on safe handling. 
See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment. 
See Section 13 for disposal information. 
7 Handling and storage 
· Handling 
· Information for safe handling: Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace. 
· Information about protection against explosions and fires: No special measures required. 
· Storage 
· Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: 2 - 30 C 
· Information about storage in one common storage facility: 
Do not store together with oxidizing and acidic materials. 
Store away from reducing agents. 
· Further information about storage conditions: Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. 
8 Exposure controls and personal protection 
· Additional information about design of technical systems: No further data; see item 7. 
· Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace: 
10102-18-8 sodium selenite 
PEL 0.2 mg/m³ 
as Se 
REL 0.2 mg/m³ 
as Se 
TLV 0.2 mg/m³ 
as Se 
· Additional information: The lists that were valid during the creation were used as basis. 
· Personal Protective Equipment 
· General protective and hygienic measures 
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. 
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work. 
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Product name: Selenite Cystine Broth 
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· Breathing equipment: 
In case of brief exposure, use a chemical fume hood or a NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator. 
· Protection of hands: 
Chemical resistant gloves (i.e. latex, nitrile, or equivalent). 
· Eye protection: Safety glasses 
· Body protection: Protective work clothing (lab coat). 
9 Physical and chemical properties: 
· General Information 
Solid. 
Beige 
Characteristic 
Form: 
Color: 
Odor: 
· Change in condition 
Melting point/Melting range: Not determined 
Boiling point/Boiling range: Not determined 
Not applicable 
Product is not self igniting. 
Product does not present an explosion hazard. 
Not applicable 
Not determined 
· Flash point: 
· Auto igniting: 
· Danger of explosion: 
· Vapor pressure: 
· Density: 
· Solubility in / Miscibility with 
Soluble Water: 
7.0 +/- 0.2 
100.0 % 
· pH-value: 
· Solvent content: 
· Solids content: 
10 Stability and reactivity 
· Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: 
No decomposition if used according to specifications. 
· Materials to be avoided: Incompatable material: mineral acids, oxidizers, and reducers. 
· Dangerous reactions No dangerous reactions known 
· Dangerous products of decomposition: 
Carbon dioxide (CO2) 
Phosphorus oxides (POx) 
selenium/selium oxides 
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11 Toxicological information 
· Acute toxicity: 
· LD/LC50 values that are relevant for classification: 
10102-18-8 sodium selenite 
Oral LD50 7 mg/kg (rat) 
7558-79-4 sodium phosphate, dibasic 
Oral LD50 17.000 mg/kg (rat) 
· Primary irritant effect: 
· on the skin: Irritant to skin and mucous membranes. 
· on the eye: Irritating effect. 
· Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known. 
· Subacute to chronic toxicity: Target organs: liver 
· Additional toxicological information: 
Harmful 
Irritant 
The product shows the following dangers according to internally approved calculation methods for 
preparations: 
12 Ecological information: 
· Ecotoxical effects: 
· Other information: 
The ecological effects have not been thoroughly investigated, but currently none have been identified. 
· General notes: Water hazard class 2 (Self-assessment): hazardous for water. 
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13 Disposal considerations 
· Product: 
· Recommendation 
Must not be disposed of with solid waste. 
Must adhere to state and federal regulations. 
Disposal must be made according to the regulations found in 40 CFR 261. 
RCRA hazardous waste - RCRA # D010 (selenium). 
· Uncleaned packagings: 
· Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to state and federal regulations. 
· Recommended cleansing agent: Water, if necessary with cleansing agents. 
14 Transport information 
· DOT regulations: 
· Hazard class: 
· Identification number: 
· Packing group: 
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Product name: Selenite Cystine Broth 
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· Proper shipping name (technical name): TOXIC SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (sodium selenite) 
6.1 · Label 
· Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border) 
6.1 (T5) Toxic substances 
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3288 TOXIC SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (sodium selenite) 
· ADR/RID class: 
· Danger code (Kemler): 
· UN-Number: 
· Packaging group: 
· Description of goods: 
· Maritime transport IMDG: 
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TOXIC SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (sodium selenite) 
Limited quantity 
· IMDG Class: 
· UN Number: 
· Label 
· Packaging group: 
· EMS Number: 
· Marine pollutant: 
· Proper shipping name: 
· Remarks: 
· Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR: 
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TOXIC SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (sodium selenite) 
Limited quantity 
· ICAO/IATA Class: 
· UN/ID Number: 
· Label 
· Packaging group: 
· Proper shipping name: 
· Remarks: 
15 Regulations 
· SARA Section 355 (extremely hazardous substances) 
10102-18-8 sodium selenite 
· SARA Section 313 (specific toxic chemical listings) 
None of the ingredients is listed. 
· TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) 
7558-79-4 sodium phosphate, dibasic 
10102-18-8 sodium selenite 
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(Contd. of page 5) 
63-42-3 lactose 
56-89-3 L-cystine 
Material Safety Data Sheet 
Product name: Selenite Cystine Broth 
None of the ingredients is listed. 
None of the ingredients is listed. 
10102-18-8 sodium selenite 3 
· Hazard symbols: 
Xn Harmful 
sodium selenite 
sodium phosphate, dibasic 
· National regulations 
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· California Proposition 65 - Chemicals known to cause cancer 
· California Proposition 65 - Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity 
· Carcinogenicity categories 
· IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer) 
10102-18-8 sodium selenite 3 
· NTP (National Toxicology Program) 
10102-18-8 sodium selenite R 
· TLV (Threshold Limit Value established by ACGIH) 
None of the ingredients is listed. 
· MAK (German Maximum Workplace Concentration) 
· Product related hazard informations: 
The product has been classified and marked in accordance with regulations on hazardous materials. 
· Hazard-determining components of labelling: 
· Risk phrases: 
20/22 Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. 
33 Danger of cumulative effects. 
· Safety phrases: 
9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place. 
20/21 When using do not eat, drink or smoke. 
28 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water 
36 Wear suitable protective clothing. 
· Water hazard class: Water hazard class 2 (Self-assessment): hazardous for water. 
16 Other information: 
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither BD or any 
of its subsidiaries assumes any liabilities whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information 
contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. 
All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards 
are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist. 
· Department issuing MSDS: Safety and Environment Department 
· Contact: Technical Service Representative 
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