Hazard Rating
F
CONCORDE BATTERY
1
VALVE REGULATED
3
H 2 R
LEAD ACID BATTERY
ACID
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1 ?CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
MANUFACTURER'S EMERGENCY
NAME: CONCORDE BATTERY CORPORATION TELEPHONE NO.: CHEMTEL 800-255-3924
OTHER
ADDRESS: 2009 San Bernardino Rd., West Covina, CA 91790
INFORMATION CALLS: 626-813-1234
PERSON RESPONSIBLE Revised
FOR PREPARATION: Gonzalo Ramos, Safety, Health & Environmental Affairs Manager Date: OCTOBER 6, 2008
SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
PRINCIPAL HAZARDOUS
C.A.S. COMPONENT(S) Hazard Category % Weight ACGIH OSHA
(chemical & common name(s) TLV PEL/TWA
0.05 mg/m3 0.05 mg/m3
7439-92-1 Lead/Lead Oxide (Litharge)/Lead Sulfate Acute-Chronic 60-70
7440-70-2 Calcium Reactive <0.15 Not Established Not Established
7440-31-5 Tin Chronic <1 2 2
7440-38-2 Arsenic (inorganic) Acute-Chronic <1 0.01 0.01
Reactive-Oxidizer
7664-93-9 Sulfuric Acid (Battery Electrolyte) 10-15 1.0 1.0
Acute -Chronic
Note: PEL's for Individual states may differ from OSHA's PEL's. Check with local authorities for the applicable state PEL's.
OSHA ?Occupational Safety and Health Administration; ACGIH ?American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists; NIOSH ?National Institute for Occupational
Safety and Health.
COMMON NAME: (Used on label) Valve Regulated Lead-acid battery
(Trade Name & Synonyms) VRB, VRLA, SLAB, Recombinant Lead Acid: RG, GPL, AGM, PVX or FD Series, D8565 Series
Chemical Family: Toxic and Corrosive Material Mixture
Chemical Name: Battery, Storage, Lead Acid, Valve Regulated Formula: Lead /Acid
SECTION 3 -- HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Do not open battery. Avoid contact with internal components. Internal components include lead and liquid electrolyte.
Signs and Electrolyte - Electrolyte is corrosive and contact may cause skin irritation and chemical burns. Electrolyte causes
1. Acute
Symptoms of severe irritation and burns of eyes, nose and throat. Ingestion can cause severe burns and vomiting.
Hazards
Exposure
Lead - Direct skin or eye contact may cause local irritation. Inhalation or ingestion of lead dust or fumes may result in
headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal spasms, fatigue, sleep disturbances, weight loss, anemia and leg, arm and joint pain.
Electrolyte - Repeated contact with sulfuric acid and battery electrolyte fluid may cause drying of the skin that may result in
irritations, dermatitis, and skin
burns. Repeated exposure to sulfuric acid mist may cause erosion of teeth, chronic eye irritation and / or chronic inflammation of the
nose, throat, and lungs.
2. Subchronic
and Chronic Lead - Prolonged exposure may cause central nervous system damage, gastrointestinal disturbances, anemia, irritability, metallic
Health Effects taste, insomnia, wrist-drop, kidney dysfunction and reproductive system disturbances. Pregnant women should be protected from
excessive exposure to prevent lead from crossing the placental barrier and causing infant neurological disorders.
California Proposition 65 Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm, and during charging, strong
Medical
Conditions
Contact with internal components if battery is broken or opened, then persons with the following medical conditions must take precautions: pulmonary
Generally
edema, bronchitis, emphysema, dental erosion and tracheobronchitis.
Aggravated by
Exposure
Routes of Inhalation - YES Eye Contact- YES
Entry Ingestion ?YES
Chemical(s) Listed as Carcinogen or potential National Toxicology Program - I.A.R.C.
Proposition 65 - YES OSHA - NO
Carcinogen YES Monographs - YES
SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Emergency and First Aid
Contact with internal components if battery is opened/broken.
Procedures
1. Inhalation Remove to fresh air and provide medical oxygen/CPR if needed. Obtain medical attention.
2. Eyes Immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes, hold eyelids open. Obtain medical attention.
Flush contacted area with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and obtain medical attention if
3. Skin
necessary.
Do not induce vomiting. If conscious drink large amounts of water/milk. Obtain medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an
4. Ingestion
unconscious person.
SECTION 5 - FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point ?Not Flammable Limits in Air % by Volume: Extinguishing Media ?Class ABC, CO2, Auto-Ignition 675癋 (polypropylene)
Applicable Not Applicable Halon Temperature
Special Fire Fighting Lead/acid batteries do not burn, or burn with difficulty. Do not use water on fires where molten metal is present. Extinguish fire with agent
Procedures suitable for surrounding combustible materials. Cool exterior of battery if exposed to fire to prevent rupture. The acid mist and vapors generated
by heat or fire are corrosive. Use NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective equipment operated in positive-
pressure mode.
Unusual Fire and Sulfuric acid vapors are generated upon overcharge and polypropylene case failure. Use adequate ventilation. Avoid open flames/sparks/other
Explosion Hazards sources of ignition near battery.
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Procedures for Cleanup. Avoid contact with any spilled material. Contain spill, isolate hazard area, and deny entry. Limit site access to emergency responders. Neutralize
with sodium bicarbonate, soda ash, lime or other neutralizing agent. Place battery in suitable container for disposal. Dispose of contaminated material in accordance with
applicable local, state and federal regulations. Sodium bicarbonate, soda ash, sand, lime or other neutralizing agent should be kept on-site for spill remediation.
Personal Precautions: Acid resistant aprons, boots and protective clothing. ANSI approved safety glasses with side shields/face shield recommended.
Environmental Precautions: Lead and its compounds and sulfuric acid can pose a severe threat to the environment. Contamination of water, soil and air should be
prevented.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions to be Taken Store away from reactive materials, open flames and sources of ignition as defined in Section 10 ?Stability and Reactivity Data. Store
in Handling and Storage batteries in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas. Batteries should be stored under roof for protection against adverse weather conditions. Avoid
damage to containers.
Other Precautions GOOD PERSONAL HYGIENE AND WORK PRACTICES ARE MANDATORY. Refrain from eating, drinking or smoking in work areas.
Thoroughly wash hands, face, neck and arms, before eating, drinking and smoking. Work clothes and equipment should remain in designated
lead contaminated areas, and never taken home or laundered with personal clothing. Wash soiled clothing, work clothes and equipment
before reuse.
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory None required under normal conditions. Acid/gas NIOSH approved respirator is required when the PEL is exceeded or employee experiences
Protection respiratory irritation.
(Specify Type)
Ventilation Store and handle in dry ventilated Local When PEL is exceeded. Mechanical Not Applicable
area. Exhaust (General)
Protective Wear rubber or plastic acid resistant gloves. Eye Protection ANSI approved safety glasses with side shields/face shield recommended
Gloves
Other Protective Safety shower and eyewash.
Clothing or
Equipment
SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point: Not Applicable Vapor Not Applicable Specific 1.250-1.320 pH <2 Melting Point: >320癋 (polypropylene)
Pressure Gravity
Percent Volatile Not Applicable Vapor Hydrogen: 0.069 (Air =1) Evaporation Not applicable
By Volume Density Electrolyte: 3.4 @ STP (Air = 1) Rate
Solubility 100% soluble (electrolyte) Reactivity in Water Electrolyte ?Water Reactive (1)
In water
Appearance and Odor: Battery: Co-polymer polypropylene, solid; may be contained within an outer casing of aluminum or steel. Case has metal terminals.
Lead: Gray, metallic, solid; brown/grey oxide
Electrolyte: Odorless, liquid absorbed in glass mat material.
No apparent odor.
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable Conditions to Avoid: Avoid overcharging and smoking, or sparks near battery surface. High temperatures-cases decompose at >320癋.
Incompatibility Sparks, open flames, keep battery away from strong oxidizers.
(Materials to Avoid)
Hazardous Combustion can produce carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.
Decomposition Products
Hazardous Hazardous Polymerization has not been reported.
Polymerization
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
GENERAL: The primary routes of exposure to lead are ingestion or inhalation of dust and fumes.
ACUTE:
INHALATION/INGESTION: Exposure to lead and its compounds may cause headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal spasms, fatigue, sleep disturbances, weight loss,
anemia, and pain in the legs, arms and joints. Kidney damage, as well as anemia, can occur from acute exposure.
CHRONIC:
INHALATION/INGESTION: Prolonged exposure to lead and its compounds may produce many of the symptoms of short-term exposure and may also cause central nervous
system damage, gastrointestinal disturbances, anemia, and wrist drop. Symptoms of central nervous system damage include fatigue, headaches, tremors, hypertension,
hallucination, convulsions and delirium. Kidney dysfunction and possible injury has also been associated with chronic lead poisoning. Chronic over-exposure to lead has
been implicated as a causative agent for the impairment of male and female reproductive capacity, but there is at present, no substantiation of the implication. Pregnant
women should be protected from excessive exposure. Lead can cross the placental barrier and unborn children may suffer neurological damage or developmental problems
due to excessive lead exposure in pregnant women.
SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
In most surface water and groundwater, lead forms compounds with anions such as hydroxides, carbonates, sulfates, and phosphates, and precipitates out of the water
column. Lead may occur as sorbed ions or surface coatings on sediment mineral particles or may be carried in colloidal particles in surface water. Most lead is strongly
retained in soil, resulting in little mobility. Lead may be immobilized by ion exchange with hydrous oxides or clays or by chelation with humic or fulvic acids in the soil. Lead
(dissolved phase) is bioaccumulated by plants and animals, both aquatic and terrestrial.
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Lead-acid batteries are completely recyclable. Return whole scrap batteries to distributor, manufacturer or lead smelter for recycling. For information on returning batteries
to Concorde Battery for recycling call 626-813-1234. For neutralized spills, place residue in acid-resistant containers with sorbent material, sand or earth and dispose of in
accordance with local, state and federal regulations for acid and lead compounds. Contact local and/or state environmental officials regarding disposal information.
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
All Concorde AGM, GPL, PVX, RG series and D8565 series are valve regulated lead acid (VRLA) batteries. Concorde's VRLA batteries have passed vibration, pressure
differential and free flowing acid tests under CFR 49 173.159(d), meet IATA Special Provisions A48 & A67, and IMDG Special Provisions 238.1 & 238.2. The batteries are
securely packaged, protected from short circuits and labeled "Non-Spillable." Concorde's VRLA batteries are exempt from DOT Hazardous Material Regulations, IATA
Dangerous Goods Regulations, and IMDG Code.
US DOT
Excepted from the requirements because batteries have passed the vibration and pressure differential performance tests, and ruptured case test for Nonspillable designation.
IMO
Excepted from the requirements because batteries have passed the vibration and pressure differential performance tests, and ruptured case test for nonspillable designation.
And, when packaged for transport, the terminals are protected from short circuit.
IATA
Excepted from the requirements because batteries have passed the vibration and pressure differential performance tests, and ruptured case test for nonspillable designation.
And when packaged for transport, the terminals are protected from short circuit.
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. HAZARDOUS UNDER HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD: LEAD - YES
ARSENIC ?YES
SULFURIC ACID ?YES
INGREDIENTS LISTED ON TSCA INVENTORY: YES
CERCLA SECTION 304 HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES: LEAD ?YES RQ: N/A*
ARSENIC ?YES RQ: 1 POUND
SULFURIC ACID ?YES RQ: 1000 POUNDS
* RQ: REPORTING NOT REQUIRED WHEN DIAMETER OF THE PIECES OF SOLID METAL RELEASED IS EQUAL TO OR EXCEEDS 100 祄 (micrometers).
EPCRA SECTION 302 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE: SULFURIC ACID ?YES
EPCRA SECTION 313 TOXIC RELEASE INVENTORY: LEAD ?CAS NO: 7439-92-1
ARSENIC ?CAS NO: 7440-38-2
SULFURIC ACID ?CAS NO: 7664-93-9
SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
THE INFORMATION ABOVE IS BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE AND REPRESENTS THE BEST INFORMATION CURRENTLY AVAILABLE TO US. HOWEVER,
CONCORDE BATTERY MAKES NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO SUCH
INFORMATION, AND WE ASSUME NO LIABILITY RESULTING FROM ITS USE. USERS SHOULD MAKE THEIR OWN INVESTIGATIONS TO DETERMINE THE
SUITABILITY OF THE INFORMATION FOR THEIR PARTICULAR PURPOSES. ALTHOUGH REASONABLE PRECAUTIONS HAVE BEEN TAKEN IN THE PREPARATION
OF THE DATA CONTAINED HEREIN, IT IS OFFERED SOLELY FOR YOUR INFORMATION, CONSIDERATION AND INVESTIGATION. THIS MATERIAL SAFETY DATA
SHEET PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR THE SAFE HANDLING AND USE OF THIS PRODUCT; IT DOES NOT AND CANNOT ADVISE ON ALL POSSIBLE SITUATIONS,
THEREFORE, YOUR SPECIFIC USE OF THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE EVALUATED TO DETERMINE IF ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS ARE REQUIRED.
The data/information contained herein has been reviewed and approved for general release on the basis that this document contains no export-controlled information.
FORM MSDS REV. 10/06/2008
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