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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET / SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION I ?PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Description Cylindrical Lithium Manganese Dioxide Cells and Batteries (TFS Style)
Product Identification
Manufacturer Ultralife Corporation 24 Hour ChemTrec
Name/Address 2000 Technology Parkway Emergency 800-424-9300 (US)
Newark, NY 14513 Contact 703-527-3887 (International)
Technical Contact 800-332-5000 Issue Date 01 FEB 01
Prepared By John Diggory Revision Date:
Section II - HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Hazard This Ultralife battery product meets the definition of an article. Under the
Classification Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals
(GHS), "Articles" as defined in the Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR
1910.1200) of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the United
States of America, or by similar definition, are outside the scope of the system.
[Rev. 2 (2007) Part 1.3.2.1.1]
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Hazard/Caution Do not open or disassemble.
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Statements Do not expose to fire or open flame.
? Do not mix with batteries of varying sizes, chemistries or types.
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Do not puncture, deform, incinerate or heat above 85 C (194 F)
The materials contained in this product may only represent a hazard if the integrity of the
cell or battery is compromised; physically or electrically abused.
SECTION III - COMPOSITION - INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION
Under normal use conditions, cells and batteries do not emit hazardous or regulated substances.
Component CAS Number EINECS Number % by Wt.
Manganese Dioxide, MnO2 1313-13-9 215-202-6 27-30
Lithium Metal, Li 7439-93-2 231-102-5 2-4
Propylene Carbonate, C4H6O3 108-32-7 203-572-1 2-4
Ethylene Carbonate, C3H4O3 96-49-1 202-510-0 1-3
Ethylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether
110-71-4 203-794-9 7-9
(1,2-Dimethoxyethane), C4H10O2
Lithium Trifluoromethane Sulfonate
33454-82-9 251-528-5 1-2
(TFS), CF3SO8Li
Depending on product configuration, components used to assemble battery packs (e.g. housings,
electronic components and wiring) may contain additional hazardous materials, such as lead solder.
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SECTION IV - FIRST AID MEASURES
? Avoid inhaling any vented gases.
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Inhalation Remove to fresh air immediately.
? If breathing is difficult, seek emergency medical attention.
Ingestion Consult a physician or local poison control center immediately
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Skin Contact Exposure to materials from a ruptured or otherwise damaged cell or battery may
cause skin irritation.
? Flush immediately with water and wash affected area with soap and water.
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Eye Contact Exposure to materials from a ruptured or otherwise damaged cell or battery may
cause eye irritation.
? Flush immediately with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes; consult a
physician immediately.
SECTION V - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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Extinguishing Copious amounts of cold water or water-based foam may be used to cool burning
Media cells or batteries. Do not use warm or hot water.
? A carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguisher is also effective.
? For fires involving exposed, raw lithium metal (characterized by deep red flames),
use only metal (Class D) fire extinguishers.
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Special Fire Use a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) if cells or
Fighting batteries are involved in a fire.
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Procedures Full fire fighting protective clothing is necessary.
? During water application, caution is advised as burning pieces of flammable
particles may be ejected from the fire.
Unusual Fire
Cells or batteries that are damaged, opened or exposed to excessive heat/fire may
and Explosion
flame or leak potentially hazardous organic vapors.
Hazard
SECTION VI - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
? In the event a cell or battery is crushed; releasing its contents, rubber gloves must be used to
handle all battery components.
? Avoid inhalation of any vapors that may be emitted.
? Damaged batteries that are not hot or burning should be placed in a sealed plastic bag or
container.
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SECTION VII - HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Precautions for Batteries are not designed to be recharged. Charging a primary cell or battery
Safe Handling may result in electrolyte leakage and/or cause the cell or battery to flame.
? Never disassemble a battery or bypass any safety device.
? More than a momentary short circuit will generally reduce the battery service
life. Batteries with fuses will no longer be functional after being shorted.
? Extended short-circuiting creates high temperatures in the cell.
? High temperatures can cause burns in skin or cause the cell to flame.
? Avoid reversing battery polarity within the battery assembly. To do so may
cause cell to flame or to leak.
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Conditions for Batteries should be separated from other materials and stored in a
Safe Storage non-combustible, well ventilated structure with sufficient clearance between
and walls and battery stacks. Do not place batteries near heating equipment,
Incompatibility nor expose to direct sunlight for long periods.
? Do not store batteries above 85篊 (194篎) or below 20篊 (-4篎). Store
batteries in a cool (below 25癈 (77篎)), dry area that is subject to little
temperature change. Elevated temperatures can result in reduced battery
service life. Battery exposure to temperatures in excess of 130癈 (266篎)
will result in the battery venting flammable liquid and gases.
? Do not store batteries in a manner that allows terminals to short circuit.
SECTION VIII: EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Engineering Under conditions of normal use, batteries do not emit hazardous or regulated
Controls and substances.
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Work Practices No engineering controls are required for handling batteries that have not been
damaged.
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Personal Personal protective equipment for damaged batteries should include chemical
Protective resistant gloves and safety glasses.
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Equipment In the event of a fire, SCBA should be worn along with thermally protective outer
garments.
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SECTION IX. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Cylindrical cell or pack UEL/LEL Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Odor None Vapor Pressure
Not Applicable
Odor Threshhold Not Applicable Vapor Density
pH Not Applicable Relative Density Not Available
Not Applicable
Melting Point Not Available Solubility
Not Applicable
Boiling Point Not Available Partition Coefficient
Flash Point Not Applicable Auto-ignition Temperature Not Available
Evaporation Rate Not Applicable Decomposition Temperature Not Available
Flammability Not Applicable Viscosity Not Applicable
SECTION X. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable Hazardous Polymerization Will Not Occur
Conditions to Avoid It is not recommended that this product be stored above 85癈 (194癋).
Hazardous Decomposition Carbon Monoxide (CO), Hydrogen Fluoride (HF) and other VOC's
SECTION XI ?TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
? No toxicological impacts are expected under normal use conditions.
? The electrolytes contained in this cell or battery can irritate eyes with any contact.
? Prolonged contact of electrolytes with lung tissue, skin or mucous membranes may cause irritation.
? The electrolytes contained in this cell or battery contain Ethylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether
(EGDME). According to the manufacturer of the electrolyte, teratogenic effects have been
demonstrated to occur causing birth defects and reversible testicular and sperm damage in
compounds like EGDME and other glycol ethers. There may be particular risk for women of
child bearing potential regarding this compound. Exposure to vapors or mists should be
avoided, especially for women of childbearing potential.
? Detailed information regarding sensitization, carcinogenicity, mutagenicity or reproductive
toxicity related to internal cell or battery components has not been included in this document.
Carcinogen References
National Toxicology Program (NTP): No
IARC Monographs: No
OSHA: No
SECTION XII ?ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
? No ecological impacts expected under normal use conditions.
? Detailed information regarding the ecological impact of internal cell or battery components has not
been included in this document.
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SECTION XIII. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Do not dispose in fire. Battery disposal regulations vary on national, state/provincial and local bases.
Disposal must be conducted in accordance with the applicable regulations.
These batteries contain recyclable materials and recycling is encouraged over disposal.
SECTION XIV. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Ultralife's lithium metal primary cells and batteries and lithium-ion cells and batteries are classified and
regulated as Class 9 dangerous goods (also known as "hazardous materials" in the United States) by the
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), International Air Transport Association (IATA),
International Maritime Organization (IMO) and many government agencies such as the U.S. Department
of Transportation (DOT). These organizations and agencies publish regulations that contain detailed
packaging, marking, labeling, documentation, and training requirements that must be followed when
offering (shipping) Ultralife's cells and batteries for transportation. However, small cells and batteries
are not subject to certain provisions of the regulations (e.g. Class 9 labeling and UN specification
packaging) if they meet specific requirements. The regulations are based on the UN
Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods Model Regulations and the UN Manual of
Tests and Criteria. These regulations also apply to shipments of cells and batteries that are
packed with or contained in equipment. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in
substantial civil or criminal penalties.
The dangerous goods regulations require that each cell and battery design be subject to tests contained
in Section 38.3 of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria prior to being offered for transport..
Approved, production level cells and batteries manufactured and assembled by Ultralife have
been tested to Section 38.3 of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria and passed T1 through T8.
Batteries or battery packs constructed by other parties using Ultralife's cells must be subjected to the
tests contained in Section 38.3 of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria.
Important Note Regarding Prototype Cells and Batteries
As a member of PRBA (The Rechargeable Battery Association) Ultralife is permitted to ship prototype
cells and batteries as Class 9 hazardous materials/dangerous goods in accordance with the
requirements contained in Approval #CA2003030003; provided by the US DOT Research and Special
Programs Administration. Recipients of these shipments are prohibited from reshipping unless they are
also PRBA members.
For more detailed information, refer to the Transportation Regulations Page on Ultralife's website:
http://www.ultralifebatteries.com/engineers.php?ID=137
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SECTION XIV. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION (continued)
Air, Sea and Surface Classification UN 3090, Lithium metal batteries
UN 3091, Lithium metal batteries, contained in equipment
UN 3091, Lithium metal batteries, packed with equipment
These cells and batteries must be identified as above on the Bill of Lading (or other shipping
documentation) and properly packaged with their terminals protected from short circuit.
Air shipments of lithium metal cells and batteries must be packed and marked according to IATA/ICAO
Packing Instruction 968 (batteries only); 969 (with equipment) or 970 (contained in equipment).
Sea shipments of lithium metal cells and batteries must be packed and marked according to IMDG
Packing Instruction P903.
Hazard Class 9 Packing Group II Tunnel Code E
Stowage Location A Marine Pollutant No
SECTION XV. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Article
CERCLA SECTION 304 Hazardous Substances NA
EPCRA SECTION 302 Extremely Hazardous Substance NA
US
NA
EPCRA SECTION 313 Toxic Release Inventory
EPCRA SECTION 312 NA
Components Listed on US Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory Yes
Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals
Article
(REACH)
Not
European RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC
EU Applicable
European WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC
Note: Applies to cells and batteries incorporated into electrical and electronic See Note
equipment, when that equipment becomes waste.
SECTION XVI. OTHER INFORMATION
If returning product to any division of Ultralife, consult the relevant regulations regarding handling,
packaging, labeling and transportation.
Disclaimer
The information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Users should consider this
data only as a supplement to other information gathered by them and must make independent
determinations of the suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use and
disposal of these materials and the safety and health of employees and customers.
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