Rayovac Corporation
601 Rayovac Drive
Madison WI 53711
Phone: 608-275-3340
Fax: 608-275-4577
http://www.rayovac.com
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. We would like to inform our customers that these batteries are exempt articles and are not subject to the 29 CFR
1910.1200 OSHA requirements, or to the Canadian WHMIS requirements and the sheets are supplied as a service to you.
For other MSDSs and related information, visit: http://www.rayovac.com/technical/msds.htm
Environmental Health & Safety Information: 608-275-4846
EDITION DATE: 3-01-2010 APPROVED BY: Kevin J. Domack
2. INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENT NAME CAS # % TLV*/**TWA
Aluminum (as metal) 91728-14-2 8-12 15 mg/m3 as dust*
Steel (as metal) and plastic -- 21-44 None established
Carbon Monofluoride 51311-17-2 18-35 3.5 mg/m3 as carbon
Carbon Black 1333-86-4 1-3 3.5 mg/m3 (TWA respirable**)
Nickel as (metal) 7440-02-0 0.3-2 1.0 mg/m3**
Propylene Carbonate 108-32-7 7-11 None established
Dimethoxyethane (1,2) 110-71-4 7-11 None Established
Lithium 7439-93-2 5-93 None Established
Lithium Tetrafluoroborate 14283-07-9 1-3 None Established
Polyvinlidene Fluoride 24937-79-9 0.5-2 2.5 mg/m3 as Fluorides*
*Source: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000 Table Z-1, 2 or 3 3-01-2010 **Source: ACGIH 2006 TLV's and BEI's
3. PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point @ 760 mm Hg (癈): NA
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg @ 25癈): NA
Vapor Density (Air = 1): NA
Density (grams/cc): NA
Percent Volatile by Volume (%): NA
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1): NA
Physical State: NA
Solubility in Water (% by Weight): NA
pH: NA
Appearance and Odor: cylindrical assembled and sealed solid product ?AA and D sizes
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4. FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT: NA LOWER (LEL): NA
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR (%): NA UPPER (UEL): NA
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use foam, dry powder, Lithex as appropriate.
AUTO-IGNITION: NA
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: As with any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus to avoid
inhalation of hazardous decomposition products (See section 2). Water will cool the fire but may react with available lithium
in the batteries producing flammable hydrogen.
*Do not use water on these batteries if fire fighting within an enclosed area. Evolving hydrogen may
build up and autoignite.
SPECIAL FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARDS: DO NOT RECHARGE. As a typical sealed battery they may
rupture when exposed to excessive heat. Rupture may expose lithium to moisture causing it to react or release flammable or
corrosive materials. Do not accumulate undischarged batteries together.
5. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE (TLV) AND SOURCE: NA
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: None in normal use
EMERGENCY FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
Skin and Eyes:
Do not pick up a shorting battery as it may cause a burn. Lithium reacts with moisture, do not pick up a damaged or hot battery
with out proper hand protection. Get immediate medical attention when eyes may have been exposed to battery contents from a
ruptured battery
Swallowing:
LITHIUM COIN CELL SAFETY NOTICE: Keep lithium coin batteries out of the reach of small
children; coin cell batteries can be accidentally ingested. If ingested, these batteries may leak harmful
contents causing chemical burns, perforation of soft tissue, and in severe cases may cause death. Lithium
coin batteries must be removed immediately if swallowed. Seek medical attention immediately. If you or
your doctor suspects that a battery has been ingested-for assistance in the US call the NATIONAL
BATTERY INGESTION HOTLINE any time at (202) 625-3333: in Canada call 416-813-5900
For more information, visit: http://www.nema.org/gov/ehs/committees/drybat/.
6. REACTIVITY DATA
STABLE OR UNSTABLE: Stable INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): NA
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: NA DECOMPOSITION TEMP.(0癋): NA
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will Not Occur
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid electrical shorting, puncturing or deforming.
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7. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
PROCEDURES TO CONTAIN AND CLEAN UP LEAKS OR SPILLS: In the event of a battery rupture, prevent
skin contact and contact with moisture or flammable/combustible materials. If possible, collect all released material in a metal
container. Place damaged cells in mineral oil or graphite if available.
REPORTING PROCEDURE: Report all spills in accordance with Federal, State and Local reporting requirements.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Always comply with Federal, state or local requirements. Hazardous waste generators
should check with the USEPA or their state authorized agency for guidance. For a list of facilities that may treat quantities of
waste lithium batteries and other useful information visit:
http://www.nema.org/gov/ehs/committees/drybat/
8. PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (SPECIFY TYPE): NA
VENTILATION: Local Exhaust: NA
Mechanical (General): NA
Special: NA
Other: NA
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: NA
EYE PROTECTION: NA
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: NA
9. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
HANDLING AND STORAGE: Store in a dry place. Storing unpackaged cells together with other combustible materials
could result in cell shorting and fire. Do not recharge. Do not puncture or abuse.
TRANSPORTATION-SHIPPING: These are lithium metal batteries and cells, also known as primary or non-rechargeable
lithium. These batteries, unless exempted, are regulated as Class 9, UN3090. Our batteries meet the requirements listed in the
provisions and when in our original packaging meet the packing instructions noted below and may be classified as non-
dangerous goods for transportation.
USDOT ?See Special provision 188.
IMDG/Ocean ?See Special provision 188.
ICAO/Air ?See packing instruction 968. (Note for lithium metal batteries packed with equipment use packing instruction 969
instead and for lithium metal batteries packed in equipment use packing instruction 970.)
For more information, visit: www.rayovac.com/technical/index.htm
10. SARA 313
Notification is not required because these products are article(s) that do not release a covered toxic chemical under the normal
conditions of storage, use, or handling.
NOTICE: The information and recommendations set forth are made in good faith and are believed to be accurate at the date of
preparation. Spectrum Brands Inc. (Rayovac) makes no warranty expressed or implied.
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