Sodium Selenate is an inorganic chemical compound with the molecular formula Na2SeO4. It appears as white to grey powder and is highly soluble in water. It is listed as a hazardous substance and is regulated by OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
CAS No.: 13410-01-0
Synonyms: Disodium selenate; Natriumseleniat; Selenic acid, disodium salt; selenato de sodio; Sélénate de sodium; selenato di sodio
| Physical Properties | |
| Chemical formula | Na2SeO4 |
| IUPAC Name | disodium;selenate |
| Molecular weight | 188.95 g/mol |
| Density | 3.098 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Chemical Properties | |
| Color | White or grey |
| State | Solid Crystalline Powder |
| Melting point | Decomposes (NTP, 1992) |
| Selenium (Se) | 39.7 – 44.0 % |
| Sodium (Na) | 23.7 – 24.9 % |
| Purity (Titration by NaOH) | ≥ 98.0% |
| Pictograms : |    |
| Hazard Statements : | H300 + H330: Fatal if swallowed or if inhaled. |
| Precautionary statements : | P260: Do not breathe dust. P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273: Avoid release to the environment. P302 + P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304 + P340 + P310: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P314: Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell. |
Sodium Selenate is an inorganic chemical compound with the molecular formula Na2SeO4. It appears as white to grey powder and is highly soluble in water. It is listed as a hazardous substance and is regulated by OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
CAS No.: 13410-01-0
Synonyms: Disodium selenate; Natriumseleniat; Selenic acid, disodium salt; selenato de sodio; Sélénate de sodium; selenato di sodio
| Physical Properties | |
| Chemical formula | Na2SeO4 |
| IUPAC Name | disodium;selenate |
| Molecular weight | 188.95 g/mol |
| Density | 3.098 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Chemical Properties | |
| Color | White or grey |
| State | Solid Crystalline Powder |
| Melting point | Decomposes (NTP, 1992) |
| Selenium (Se) | 39.7 – 44.0 % |
| Sodium (Na) | 23.7 – 24.9 % |
| Purity (Titration by NaOH) | ≥ 98.0% |
| Pictograms : | |
| Hazard Statements : | H300 + H330: Fatal if swallowed or if inhaled. |
| Precautionary statements : | P260: Do not breathe dust. P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P273: Avoid release to the environment. P302 + P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304 + P340 + P310: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P314: Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell. |
Sodium selenate is currently categorized as hazardous by the US FDA and the EU, mainly if consumed or inhaled in large doses. Chronic exposure can lead to severe lung, kidney, and liver damage
It is used as an ingredient in multi-vitamins and livestock feed as a source of selenium, while its anhydrous salt is used in the production of glass.
Sodium Selenate is a form of the essential trace element Selenium.
Sodium selenate is an inorganic compound.
