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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
NAME: DURACELL LITHIUM MANGANESE DIOXIDE BATTERIES
Effective Date: Rev:
CAS NO: 4
Not applicable 9/4/01
A. -- IDENTIFICATION
Mixture
Formula: Mixture
%
NA
Molecular Weight:
30-45
Manganese Dioxide (1313-13-9)
5-10
1,2-Dimethoxyethane (110-71-4)
1-10 Synonyms:
Propylene Carbonate (108-32-7) Lithium Manganese Dioxide Cells:
1-5
Lithium (7439-93-2) DL2/3A; DL123A(3V); DL223A(6V);
1-5
Carbon Black (1333-86-4) DL245 (6V); DL323A; DL1025; (3V);
1-5
Lithium Trifluoromethane Sulfonate (33454-82-9) DL1216; DLCR2; PL123 ; CR-V3P (3V)
0-5
Ethylene Carbonate (96-49-1) and batteries comprised of DL2/3A cells.
B. -- PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point Melting Point Freezing Point
癋 癈 癋 癈 癋 癈
NA NA NA NA NA NA
Specific Gravity (H2O=1) Vapor Density (air=1) Vapor Pressure @ 癋
NA NA NA mm Hg
Evaporation Saturation in Air Autoignition Temperature
( =1) (by volume@ 癋) 癋 癈
Ether
NA NA NA
% Volatiles Solubility in Water
NA NA NA
pH
Appearance/Color Small cylindrical batteries. Contents dark in color.
Flash Point and
1,2-Dimethoxyethane 42.8 癋, 6癈 (Closed Cup)
Test Method(s)
Flammable Limits in Air
(% by volume) % %
NA NA
Lower Upper
C. -- REACTIVITY
X X
Stability stable unstable Polymerization may occur will not occur
Conditions to Avoid Conditions to Avoid
Do not heat, crush, disassemble, short circuit or Not applicable
recharge.
Incompatible Materials Hazardous Decomposition Products
Contents incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Thermal degradation may produce hazardous fumes
of manganese and lithium; hydrofluoric acid; oxides
of carbon and sulfur and other toxic by-products.
* IF MULTIPLE INGREDIENTS, INCLUDE CAS NUMBERS FOR EACH NA=NOT AVAILABLE
Footnotes
Not applicable
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D. -- HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Occupational Exposure Limits PEL's, TLV's, etc.)
8-Hour TWAs: Manganese Dioxide (as Mn) - 5 mg/m3 (Ceiling) (OSHA); 0.2 mg/m3 (ACGIH/Duracell)
1,2-Dimethoxyethane - 0.15 ppm (Duracell)
Carbon Black - 3.5 mg/m3 (OSHA/ACGIH)
Lithium Trifluoromethane Sulfonate - 0.1 mg/m3 (3M recommendation)
These levels are not anticipated under normal consumer use conditions.
Warning Signals
Not applicable
Routes/Effects of Exposure
These chemicals and metals are contained in a sealed can. For consumer use, adequate hazard warnings are
included on both the package and on the battery. Potential for exposure should not exist unless the battery
leaks, is exposed to high temperature or is mechanically, physically, or electrically abused.
1. Inhalation Not anticipated. Respiratory (and eye) irritation may occur if fumes are released due to heat or
an abundance of leaking batteries.
2. Ingestion Irritation to the internal/external mouth area may occur following exposure to a leaking
battery.
3. Skin a. Contact
Irritation may occur following exposure to a leaking battery.
b. Absorption
Not anticipated.
4. Eye Contact Irritation may occur following exposure to a leaking battery.
5. Other Not applicable
E. -- ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
1. Applicable Regulations All ingredients listed in TSCA inventory.
2. DOT Hazard Class - Not applicable
3. DOT Shipping Name - Not applicable
Battery products offered by DURACELL for sale are designed to be safe under intended use
conditions. DURACELL Lithium batteries are produced in conformity with International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards and specifications.
While lithium batteries are regulated by IATA and ICAO, the type of lithium batteries offered
for sale by DURACELL are exempted per provision A45 of the IATA Dangerous Goods
Regulations and provision A45 of the ICAO Technical Instructions For The Safe Transport Of
Dangerous Goods By Air. Per section A45 of the IATA and ICAO regulations, DURACELL
consumer lithium batteries, which are of the solid cathode type, with less than 1g lithium per
cell and less than 2g lithium per battery, are not subject to regulation. Thus, as long as these
batteries are properly packaged in a manner to prevent short circuits and have strong outer
packaging, they are not considered hazardous and are acceptable for air transport.
Environmental Effects
These batteries pass the U. S. EPA's Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure and therefore, may be
disposed of with normal waste.
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F. -- EXPOSURE CONTROL METHODS
Engineering Controls
General ventilation under normal use conditions.
Eye Protection
None under normal use conditions. Wear safety glasses when handling leaking batteries.
Skin Protection
None under normal use conditions. Use butyl gloves when handling leaking batteries.
Respiratory Protection
None under normal use conditions.
Other
Keep batteries away from small children.
G. -- WORK PRACTICES
Handling and Storage
Store at room temperature. Avoid mechanical or electrical abuse. DO NOT short or install incorrectly.
Batteries may explode, pyrolize or vent if disassembled, crushed, recharged or exposed to high temperatures.
Install batteries in accordance with equipment instructions. Replace all batteries in equipment at the same
time. Do not carry batteries loose in pocket or bag.
Normal Clean Up
Not applicable
Waste Disposal Methods
No special precautions are required for small quantities. Large quantities of open batteries should be treated
as hazardous waste. Dispose of in accordance with federal, state and local regulations. Do not incinerate,
since batteries may explode at excessive temperatures.
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H. -- EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Steps to be taken if material is released to the environment or spilled in the work area
Notify safety personnel of large spills. Evacuate the area and allow vapors to dissipate. Increase ventilation.
Avoid eye or skin contact. DO NOT inhale vapors. Clean-up personnel should wear appropriate protective
gear. Remove spilled liquid with absorbent and contain for disposal.
Fire and Explosion Hazard Extinguishing Media
Batteries may burst and release hazardous decomposition products when As for surrounding area. Dry
exposed to a fire situation. See Sec. C. chemical, alcohol foam, water or
carbon dioxide. For incipient
fires, carbon dioxide extinguishers
are more effective than water.
Firefighting Procedures
Cool fire-exposed batteries and adjacent structures with water spray from a distance. Use self-contained
breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
I. -- FIRST AID AND MEDICAL EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Eyes
Not anticipated. If battery is leaking and material contacts eyes, flush with copious amounts of clear, tepid
water for 30 minutes. Contact a physician at once.
Skin
Not anticipated. If battery is leaking, irrigate exposed skin with copious amounts of clear, tepid water for at
least 15 minutes. If irritation, injury or pain persists, consult a physician.
Inhalation
Not anticipated. If battery is leaking, contents may be irritating to respiratory passages. Remove to fresh air.
Contact physician if irritation persists.
Ingestion
Not anticipated. Rinse the mouth and surrounding area with clear, tepid water for at least 15 minutes. Consult
a physician immediately for treatment and to rule out involvement of the esophagus and other tissues.
Notes to Physician
1) Potential leakage of dimethoxyethane, propylene carbonate and lithium trifluoromethane sulfonate.
2) Dimethoxyethane rapidly evaporates.
3) Under certain misuse conditions and by abusively opening the battery, exposed lithium can react with
water or moisture in the air causing potential thermal burns or fire.
Replaces #1892: change address, add CR-V3P in Section A.
The information contained in the Material Safety Data Sheet is based on data considered to be accurate, however, no warranty is
expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of the data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof.
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