MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
AGM/MSDS/002
JANUARY 2009
SECTION 1- CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Lithium-ion Cells (Batteries)
Product Identification INR36550, INR34600,
Manufacturer AGM Batteries Ltd
Denchi House
Thurso Business Park
Thurso
Caithness
KW14 7XW
Scotland
Telephone +44 (0)1847 808000
CHIP
Weight
Risk Phrase **
Ingredient CAS No.
%* Classification
12190-79-
Lithium Nickel (II)
3
30 - 35 R42/43,S36
Cobalt (III) Oxide
12031-55-
(as bound solid)
1
Carbon (as bound
1333-86-4 15 - 18 R36/37 , S22
solid)
Ethylene Carbonate 96 ?49 - R36,R41,S26,S36/37/39
2-3 Xi
(liquid) 1
Ethyl Methyl 623 ?53 -
7-9 Xi, F R10,R36/37/38, S26
Carbonate (liquid) 0
Lithium
21326-40- R20/21/22,R24,R34,R36/38,
Hexafluorophosphate 1.5 ?2.5 T
3 S26,S36/37/39,S45
(as dissolved solid)
* Nominal cell weights: INR36550 143g, INR 34600 141g
** See Section 15 for full details of R (isk) & S (afety) phrases.
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SECTION 3 ?HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Each cell is hermetically sealed, but has a vent that will open under extreme mechanical, electrical or
thermal abuse. This could allow the liquid and dissolved solid chemicals listed above to escape and
exposure of harmful ingredients may occur.
The cells should not be short-circuited, force discharged, overcharged, punctured, crushed, heated or
incinerated.
SECTION 4 ?FIRST AID MEASURES
In the event of electrolyte leakage or escape of electrolyte through the vent:
Flush with copious amounts of water for 15 minutes. Seek medical assistance
Eyes
if required.
Remove any excess material and wash skin with soap and copious amounts
Skin
of water.
Remove to uncontaminated area, rest and keep warm. Seek medical
Inhalation
assistance if required.
Wash out mouth thoroughly with water then give plenty of water to drink.
Ingestion
Obtain medical assistance.
Eye contamination, persistent skin irritation and casualties who have
Further Treatment swallowed electrolyte or been affected by inhalation of vapour should be
examined by a doctor.
SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammability Battery electrolyte is a flammable liquid and may be ignited by heat, sparks or flame.
Means of
Dry chemical, CO?or copious water spray (no lithium metal is present).
Extinguishing
Hazardous
Combustion Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, lithium, nickel and cobalt oxides, hydrogen fluoride.
Products
Special
For fires involving large quantities of product, use self-contained breathing apparatus
Protective
and full protective clothing.
Equipment
SECTION 6 ?ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Notify safety personnel of large spillages of electrolyte from ruptured or vented cells. Avoid inhaling
vapours and increase ventilation. Avoid eye or skin contact. Prevent run-off to watercourses by
absorbing liquid with an appropriate absorbent material, and transfer to sealable containers together
with ruptured cells. Dispose of as special waste as described in section 13.
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SECTION 7 ?HANDLING AND STORAGE
Do not short circuits, force discharge, overcharge, puncture, crush, heat or
Handling
incinerate.
Store in a cool place but prevent condensation forming on cells. Elevated
Storage storage temperatures (e.g. Above 40篊) will result in reduced cell life and
degraded performance. Store such that mechanical damage cannot occur.
SECTION 8 ?EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONEL PROTECTION
Exposure No exposure can occur during normal usage.
For fires involving large quantities of product, use
self-contained breathing apparatus and full
Personal Protection
protective clothing. In the event of leakage, wear
gloves, safety glasses and chemical apron.
SECTION 9 ?PHYSICAL DATA
Solid ?above materials contained within
Physical State
1 hermetically sealed, cylindrical stainless steel
cell casing.
Odour and Appearance
2 N/A
Flash Point (C)
3 N/A
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg)
4 N/A
Vapour Density
5 N/A
Volatility
6 N/A
Boiling Point (C)
7 N/A
Freezing Point (C)
8 N/A
pH
9 N/A
Spec. Gravity
10 N/A
Coefficient of water oil distribution
11 N/A
N/A = Not applicable unless individual components exposed
SECTION 10 ?STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Cells will vent and release hazardous decomposition products when
Thermal Decomposition
exposed to fire.
Hazardous Combustion Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, lithium, nickel and cobalt oxides,
Products hydrogen fluoride.
Each cell is fitted with a pressure release safety device, which will release
Explosion
electrolyte rendering the cell inactive and preventing an explosion.
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SECTION 11 ?TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Signs and Symbols None unless ruptures.
Route of Entry If electrolyte released ?Anticipated routes of entry, eye, skin contact and
inhalation.
Effect of Acute
Electrolyte vapour is irritating to the pulmonary tract
Exposure
Effect of Chronic Electrolyte vapour in large volumes may cause suffocation and pulmonary
Exposure oedema.
Irritancy Yes
Carcinogenicity Cobalt compounds possible human carcinogens
Teratogenicity N/A
Reproductive
N/A
Toxicity
Mutagenicity N/A
Synergistic
N/A
Products
N/A ?Not Applicable
SECTION 12 ?ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No known environmental hazards at present.
SECTION 13 ?DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Do not incinerate or expose cells to temperature above 100篊. Such abuse may result in cell venting,
electrolyte leakage and/or cell fire. Dispose of in accordance with appropriate local regulations.
SECTION 14 ?TRANSPORT INFORMATION
The INR 36550 and INR34600 cells are classed as dangerous good under the UN Recommendations
th
on the Transport of Dangerous Goods Model regulations, 15 Edition (ST/SG/AC.10/1/Rev 15) Since
the Watt-Hour rating for each cell is greater than 20 Wh. To enable them to be shipped as Class 9
goods, they have been tested in accordance with the third revised edition of the UN Recommendations
on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, Manual of Test and Criteria (ST/SG/AC.10/11/Rev.3/Amend.1).
INR36550 and INR34600
Shipping Name Lithium-ion Batteries
Hazard Classification Class 9
UN Number 3480
Marine Pollutant No
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SECTION 15 ?REGULATORY INFORMATION
CHIP Classification EC Risk Phrases
May cause sensitisation by
R42/43
Lithium Nickel (II) Mark as: Harmful, may Inhalation and skin contact
Cobalt (III) Oxide cause sensitisation Wear suitable protective
S36 clothing
Irritant to eyes and
R36/37
respiratory system.
Carbon Mark as : Irritating
S22 Do not breathe dust
R36 Irritating to eyes
Risk of serious damage to
R41
eyes
Ethylene carbonate In case of contact with eyes,
Xi
(1,3 dioxalan - 2 ?one) rinse immediately with plenty
S26 of water , seek medical
advice
Wear suitable protective
S36/37/39 clothing, gloves & eye/face
protection
R10 Flammable
Irritating to eyes , skin,
R36/37/38
respiratory system
Ethyl methyl carbonate Xi, F
In case of contact with eyes,
S26 rinse with plenty of water,
seek medical advice
Harmful by inhalation, in
R20/21/22 contact with skin and if
swallowed
R24 Toxic in contact with skin
R34 Causes burns
Irritating to eyes, respiratory
R36/37/38
system & skin
In case of contact with eyes,
Lithium Hexafluorophosphate T S26 rinse immediately with water
& seek medical advice
Wear suitable protective
S36/37/39 clothing, gloves & eye/face
protection
In case of accident, or if you
feel unwell, seek medical
S45
advice immediately (show
label if possible)
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SECTION 16 ?OTHER INFORMATION
This information has been compiled by sources considered to be dependable and is,
to the best of our knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable on the date compiled.
However, no representation, warranty (either expressed or implied) or guarantee is
made to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information contained herein.
This information relates to the specific materials designated and may not be valid for
such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. It is the
user's responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability and completeness of this
information for his particular use.
AGM does not accept liability for any loss or damage that may occur, whether direct,
indirect or consequential, from the use of this information.
Issue AGM/MSDS/002
Revised by D.Hardiman, ABSL Power Solutions Ltd for AGM Batteries Ltd.
Telephone +44 (0) 1847 808005
Fax +44 (0) 1847 808080
7th January 2009
Date
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