Material/Product Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS-PSDS)
MP High Power
Lithium-Ion multi-cell battery pack
Date : 07/2009
1. Identification of the Substance or Preparation and Company
Rechargeable lithium-ion multi-cell battery packs (Li-ion)
Product
Saft Ferak a.s.
Production sites OKR Frydek Mistek
73904 Raskovice 247
Czech-Republic
www.saftbatteries.com (section "Contact")
+1 (703) 527 3887 (CHEMTREC U.S. Service Center)
Emergency contacts
within the USA : 800 424 9300
2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Each cell consists of a hermetically sealed metallic container containing a number of chemicals and materials of
construction of which the following could potentially be hazardous upon release.
There is no potential for exposure to these ingredients unless the cell leaks, or opens, following high temperature,
mechanical or electrical abuse.
Content* (wt. %)
Ingredient CAS # CHIP classification
Lithium metal 0%
(in spite of their name, these
batteries do not contain lithium
metal)
LiNiCoAlO2
R43, R49, R53
(Lithium Nickel Cobalt
15-20% 207803-51-8
Aluminium Oxide)
15-20 % R11, R20, R21,
Organic solvents Vinylidene Carbonate 872-36-6 R22, R34, R36,
Ethylene Carbonate 96-49-1 R37, R38, R41
Propylene Carbonate 108-32-7
Dimethyl Carbonate 616-38-6
Lithium Hexafluorophosphate 21324-40-3
Copper (Cu) 15-20 % 7440-50-8
Aluminium (Al) 25-30 % 7429-50-5
Graphite 7782-42-5
10-15 %
and Carbon 1333-86-4
* Quantities may vary a little with cell model
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3. Hazards Identification
The rechargeable lithium-ion batteries described in this Product Safety Data Sheet are sealed units which are not
hazardous when used according to the recommendations of the manufacturer and as long as their integrity is
maintained.
Do not short circuit, puncture, incinerate, crush, immerse in water, force discharge or expose to temperatures above
the declared operating temperature range of the product. Risk of fire or explosion.
Under normal conditions of use, the active materials and liquid electrolyte contained in the cells and batteries are not
exposed to the outside, provided the battery integrity is maintained and seals remain intact. Risk of exposure only in
case of abuse (mechanical, thermal, electrical) which leads to the activation of safety valves and/or the rupture of the
battery container. Electrolyte leakage, electrode materials reaction with moisture/water or battery vent/explosion/fire
may follow, depending upon the circumstances.
4. First Aid Measures (in case of leaking or accidentally opened cells)
In case of accumulator breakage or burst, please evacuate employees from the contaminated area and ensure
maximal ventilation in order to break-up corrosive gas, smoke and unpleasant odors.
If it occurs, by accident, following measures must be taken:
Not anticipated under normal use.
Remove from exposure. Remove to fresh air and ventilate contaminated area. Rest
Inhalation
and keep warm. If needed, give oxygen and breathing aid. Consult a doctor
immediately.
Not anticipated under normal use.
Skin contact Remove immediately any contaminated or splash cloth and wash before reuse. Wash
off skin thoroughly with cold water during more than 15 minutes. Consult a doctor.
Not anticipated under normal use.
Eye contact Wash immediately and thoroughly with water (eyelids lifted) during 15 to 30 minutes.
Consult a doctor immediately.
Not anticipated under normal use.
Wash out mouth thoroughly with water.
Ingestion
If the patient is awake, let him drink copiously, preferably milk. Do not make the patient
vomit. Hospitalize the patient for treatment.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Dry chemical type or CO2 extinguishers, Halon, or copious quantities of water or water-
Appropriate means of based foam can be used to cool down burning Li-ion cells and batteries. During water
extinction application, caution should be exercised as burning pieces of flammable particles may
be ejected from the fire.
In case of fire, use an autonomous respiratory device to avoid noxious or toxic smokes
or fume inhalation. Wear protection clothes and equipment to avoid body contact with
an electrolyte solution. Cool the accumulator outside if exposed to fire, to avoid its
Specific protection
breaking.
equipment
Evacuate all persons from immediate area of fire. Do not re-enter the area until it has
been adequately purged of the fire vapour and extinguishing agent.
Particular hazards
The accumulator can spout vaporized or decomposed electrolyte fumes with fire when
resulting from exposure
being heated over +100癈 (+212癋) or disposed in fire. Solvents within the electrolyte
to the
are flammable liquids and must be kept away from any kind of ignition source.
substance/preparation,
to combustion and gas
products
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6. Accidental Release Measures
Evacuate the employees from the contaminated area until fumes dispersal. In case of
Individual precautions electrolyte leakage from a cell or battery, do not inhale the gas as possible. In case of
skin or eye contact, inhalation or ingestion, follow the measured described in section 4.
Environmental Avoid sewage, surface water and underground water contamination. Avoid ground and
precautions atmosphere contamination.
Using protective glasses and gloves, use absorbent material (sand, earth or
vermiculite) to absorb any exuded material. Seal leaking battery (unless hot) and
Ways of cleaning
contaminated absorbent material in plastic bag and dispose of as Special Waste in
accordance with local regulations.
7. Handling and Storage
The accumulator or batteries should not be opened, destroyed or incinerated since the accumulator may cause fire or
the ingredients contained within could be harmful under some circumstances if exposed.
Do not crush, pierce, short (+) and (-) battery terminals with conductive (i.e. metal)
goods, which would end up into excessive heating.
Do not directly heat or solder. Do not throw into fire.
Handling
Do not mix batteries of different types and brands. Do not mix new and used batteries.
Keep batteries in non conductive (i.e. plastic) trays.
Do not disassemble, mutilate or mechanically abuse cells and batteries.
Store in a cool (preferably below 30癈), dry and ventilated area, away from moisture,
sources of heat, open flames, food and drink. Keep adequate clearance between walls
Storage and batteries. Temperature above 70癈 may result in battery leakage and rupture.
Since short circuit can cause burn, leakage and rupture hazard, keep batteries in
original packaging until use and do not jumble them.
Follow Manufacturers recommendations regarding maximum recommended currents,
operating temperature range, maximum charge and discharge states.
Applying pressure on deforming the battery may lead to disassembly followed by eye,
skin and throat irritation.
Other
Do not immerse in water.
The Li-ion cells and batteries are not designed to be recharged from external power
sources besides specific Li-ion charger models approved by Saft. Connecting to
inappropriate power supplies can result in fire or explosion.
8. Exposure Controls & Personal Protection
Occupational exposure standard
Ingredient ACGIH (TLV) OSHA (PEL)
Nickel: TWA 0.05 mg/m3 Nickel: TWA 1 mg/m3
LiNiCoAlO2
Cobalt: TWA 0.05 mg/m3 Cobalt: TWA 0.05 mg/m3
(Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide)
Aluminum: 10 mg/m3
Organic solvents None established None established
3
0.1 mg/m3 as fume
0.2 mg/m as fume
Copper (Cu) 3 3
1.0 mg/m as dust and mist 1.0 mg/m as dust and mist
3
2.0 mg/m3, as soluble salt
Aluminium (Al) 10.0 mg/m , as dust
3.5 mg/m3, TWA for carbon 2.0 mg/m3, as dust
Graphite and Carbon
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Not necessary under normal use.
Respiratory
In case of incident or after an abusive use, in case of a cell opening or a leak, use a
protection
gas mask which covers the whole face and equipped with ABEK type.
Not necessary under normal use.
Hand
Use polypropylene, polyethylene, rubber or Viton gloves when handling leaking or
protection
ruptured cells.
Not necessary under normal use.
In case of incident or after an abusive use, in case of a leak or cell opening, wear
Eye
safety glasses with protected side shields or a mask covering the whole face when
protection
handling leaking or ruptured cells
Not necessary under normal use.
Other
In the event of leakage or ruptured cells, wear chemical apron and protective clothes.
ACGIH : American Council of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
TLV : Threshold Limit Value is personal exposure limit, determined y ACGIH.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Note: The following points are not applicable unless in case of leaking or damaged batteries with internal components sipping out.
Solid object with cylindrical or prismatic shape
Appearance
Odourless (unless in case of damaged product with leaking electrolyte)
Odour
Not applicable
pH
Not applicable
Flash point
Not applicable
Flammability
> 2 g/cm3
Relative density
Not applicable, unless inner components are exposed
Solubility (water)
Not applicable
Solubility (other)
10. Stability and Reactivity
The product is stable under conditions described in Section 7.
Heating above 70癈 or incinerate. Deformation. Mutilation. Crushing. Piercing.
Conditions to avoid.
Disassembly. Short circuiting. Exposition over a long period to humid conditions.
Strong mineral acids, alkali solutions, strong oxidising materials and conductive
Materials to avoid
materials
Lithium hexafluorophosphate may react with water in the atmosphere and produce
toxic materials including fluorhydric acid. Thermal decomposition of the cells may
Hazardous
produce of noxious or toxic fumes containing CO2, CO, H2, CH4, C2H4 and C2H6.
decomposition Products
Thermal decomposition of the cell may produce release of electrolyte liquid and vapor,
noxious materials dust and methane.
11. Toxicological Information
None, unless battery ruptures. In the event of exposure to internal contents, corrosive
fumes will be very irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Overexposure can
Signs & symptoms
cause symptoms of non-fibrotic lung injury and membrane irritation.
Contents of an opened cell can cause respiratory system and mucosa irritation.
Inhalation
Overexposure to Lithium Nickel Dioxide may cause an allergic reaction. If gas is
generated during cell assembly, throat irritation and nauseas may occur. Dimethyl
carbonate (within the electrolyte) may be hazardous to loins. Lung irritant.
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Electrolyte solution within the cells can cause a skin irritation in case of leak. Contact
Skin contact
with Lithium Nickel Dioxide may cause allergic dermatitis.
Contents of an opened accumulator may cause eye irritation. Dust may cause
Eye contact
inflammation of eyelids.
Electrolyte ingestion may cause damages to body tissues and to respiratory and
Ingestion
digestive systems.
Nickel derivates are classified in suspected carcinogenetic list by the National
Carcinogenetic
Toxicology Program of the US. Public Health Service.
Medical conditions
In the event of exposure to internal contents, eczema, skin allergies, lung injuries,
generally aggravated
asthma and other respiratory disorders may occur.
by exposure
12. Ecological Information
None known if used/disposed of correctly.
Mammalian effects
None known if used/disposed of correctly.
Eco-toxicity
Bioaccumulation
None known if used/disposed of correctly.
potential
None known if used/disposed of correctly.
Environmental fate
13. Disposal Considerations
Do not incinerate, or subject cells to temperatures in excess of 70oC. Such abuse can result in loss of seal, leakage,
and/or cell explosion. Dispose of or recycle in accordance with appropriate local regulations.
14. Transport Information
For the single cell batteries and multicell battery packs which are restricted to transport
(assigned to the Miscellaneous Class 9), use Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods and UN
Label for conveyance Identification Number labels.
In all cases, refer to the product transport certificate issued by the Manufacturer.
UN number
UN 3480, for Li-ion batteries transported in bulk
Lithium-ion batteries
Shipping name
II
Packing group
9033
IMDG Code
CAS
4.1-06
EmS No.
No
Marine pollutant
Class 9
ADR Class
15. Regulatory Information
Regulations specifically applicable to the product:
- ACGIH and OSHA: see exposure limits of the internal ingredients of the battery in section 2.
- IATA/ICAO (air transportation): UN 3480
- IMDG (sea transportation) : UN 3480
- Transportation within the US-DOT, 49 Code of Federal Regulations
16. Other information
This information has been compiled from sources considered to be dependable and is, to the best of our knowledge
and belief, accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, neither exhaustively nor perfect reliability can be
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granted. Information does not imply implicit or specific warranty of it.
This information relates to the specific products designated and may not be valid for such products 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.
Saft does not accept liability for any loss or damage that may occur, whether direct, indirect, incidental or
consequential, from the use of this information. Saft does not offer warranty against patent infringement.
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