Material/Product Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS-PSDS)
LS/LSG/LSH/LST
Products Lithium/Thionyl chloride
single cells and multi-cell battery packs
Revision 9 Date 02/2009
1. Identification of the Substance or Preparation and Company
Primary Lithium/Thionyl chloride unit cells and multi-cell battery packs
Product
(Li-SOCl2)
Saft Ltd. Saft Saft America Inc Saft Batteries Co., Ltd
River Drive Rue Georges Leclanch? 313 Crescent Street Zhuhai Free Trade Zone
Production
Tyne & Wear BP 1039 Valdese Lianfeng Road
sites South Shields 86060 Poitiers cedex 9 NC 28690 ?USA Zhuhai 519030
NE33 2TR ?UK France Guangdong Province
China
Ph. :+44 191 456 1451 Ph. :+33 (0)5 49 55 48 48 Ph. :+1 828 874 4111 Ph. : +86 756 881 9318
Fax :+44 191 456 6383 Fax :+33 (0)5 49 55 48 50 Fax :+1 828 874 2431 Fax : +86 756 881 9328
www.saftbatteries.com (section "Contact")
+1 (703) 527 3887 (CHEMTREC US Service Center)
Emergency contact
within the USA : 800 424 9300
2. Hazards Identification
Do not short circuit, recharge, puncture, incinerate, crush, immerse, force discharge or expose to
temperatures above the declared operating temperature range of the product. Risk of fire or explosion. The
Lithium-Thionyl chloride batteries described in this Safety Data Sheet are sealed units which are not
hazardous when used according to the recommendations of the manufacturer.
Under normal conditions of use, the electrode materials and liquid electrolyte they contain 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.
3. Composition & 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.
Ingredient Content CAS No. CHIP Classification
F; R14/15
C; R34
Lithium 3.5-5% 7439-93-2
(Li) R14/15, R21,R22, R35,
R41, R43
S2, S8, S45
MSDS Li-SOCl2
Rev. 9 February 2009
C; R14, R21, R22, R35,
R37, R41,R42/43
Thionyl chloride 40-46% 7719-09-7 S2, S8, S24, S26, S36,
(SOCl2) S37, S45
R14, R22, R37, R41, R43.
Aluminum chloride 1-5% 7446-70-0
S2, S8, S22, S24, S26,
anhydrous
S36, S45
(AlCl3)
Carbon
3-4% 1333-86-4 NONE KNOWN
(Cn)
Amount varies depending on cell size.
4. First Aid Measures
Remove from exposure, rest and keep warm.
Inhalation
In severe cases obtain medical attention.
Wash off skin thoroughly with water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash
Skin contact
before re-use. In severe cases obtain medical attention.
Irrigate thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye contact
Obtain medical attention.
Wash out mouth thoroughly with water and give plenty of water to drink.
Ingestion
Obtain medical attention.
All cases of eye contamination, persistent skin irritation and casualties who
Further treatment have swallowed this substance or been affected by breathing its vapours
should be seen by a Doctor.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
CO2 extinguishers or, even preferably, copious quantities of water or water-based foam, can be used to cool
down burning Li- SOCl2 cells and batteries, as long as the extent of the fire has not progressed to the point
that the lithium metal they contain is exposed (marked by deep red flames).
Do not use for this purpose sand, dry powder or soda ash, graphite powder or fire blankets.
Use only metal (Class D) extinguishers on raw lithium.
Use water or CO2 on burning Li-SOCl2 cells or batteries
Extinguishing media
and class D fire extinguishing agent only on raw lithium.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Remove personnel from area until fumes dissipate. Do not breathe vapours or touch liquid with bare hands.
If the skin has come into contact with the electrolyte, it should be washed thoroughly with water.
Sand or earth should be used to absorb any exuded material. Seal leaking battery and contaminated
absorbent material in plastic bag and dispose of as Special Waste in accordance with local regulations.
MSDS Li-SOCl2
Rev. 9 February 2009
7. Handling and Storage
Do not crush, pierce, short (+) and (-) battery terminals with conductive
(i.e. metal) goods. 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.
Store in a cool (preferably below 30癈) and ventilated area, away from
moisture, sources of heat, open flames, food and drink.
Keep adequate clearance between walls and batteries.
Storage
Temperature above 100癈 may result in battery leakage and rupture.
Since short circuit can cause burns, leakage and rupture hazard, keep
batteries in original packaging until use and do not jumble them.
Lithium-Thionyl chloride batteries are not rechargeable and should not be
tentatively charged.
Follow Manufacturers recommendations regarding maximum recommended
Other
currents and operating temperature range.
Applying pressure on deforming the battery may lead to disassembly
followed by eye, skin and throat irritation.
8. Exposure Controls & Personal Protection
Compound 8hr TWA 15min TWA SK
Occupational
Sulfur dioxide 1 ppm 1 ppm -
exposure standard
Hydrogen chloride 1 ppm 5 ppm -
Respiratory
In all fire situations, use self-contained breathing apparatus.
protection
Hand
In the event of leakage wear gloves.
protection
Eye
Safety glasses are recommended during handling.
protection
Other In the event of leakage, wear chemical apron.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance Cylindrical or prismatic shape
Odour If leaking, gives off a pungent corrosive odour.
pH Not applicable
Flash point Not applicable unless individual components exposed
Flammability Not applicable unless individual components exposed
Relative density Not applicable unless individual components exposed
Solubility (water) Not applicable unless individual components exposed
Solubility (other) Not applicable unless individual components exposed
MSDS Li-SOCl2
Rev. 9 February 2009
10. Stability and Reactivity
Product is stable under conditions described in Section 7.
Heat above 100 (150癈 for the LSH 20-150 cells and the battery packs
assembled from them) or incinerate. Deform. Mutilate. Crush. Pierce.
Conditions to avoid.
Disassemble
Recharge. Short circuit. Expose over a long period to humid conditions.
Materials to avoid Oxidising agents, alkalis, water. Avoid electrolyte contact with aluminum or zinc.
Hydrogen (H2) as well as Lithium oxide (Li2O) and Lithium hydroxide (LiOH) dust
is produced in case of reaction of lithium metal with water.
Chlorine (Cl2), Sulfur dioxide (SO2) and Disulfur dichloride (S2Cl2) are produced
Hazardous in case of thermal decomposition of Thionyl chloride above 140癈.
decomposition Hydrochloric acid (HCl) and Sulfur dioxide (SO2) are produced in case of
reaction of Thionyl chloride with water at room temperature.
Products
Hydrochloric acid (HCl) fumes, Lithium oxide, (Li2O), Lithium hydroxide (LiOH)
and Aluminum hydroxide (Al(OH)3) dust are produced in case of reaction of
Lithium tetrachloroaluminate (LiAlCl4) with water.
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.
Signs & symptoms
Overexposure can cause symptoms of non-fibrotic lung injury and membrane
irritation.
Inhalation Lung irritant.
Skin contact Skin irritant
Eye contact Eye irritant.
Ingestion Tissue damage to throat and gastro-respiratory tract if swallowed.
Medical conditions
In the event of exposure to internal contents, eczema, skin allergies, lung
generally aggravated
injuries, asthma and other respiratory disorders may occur.
by exposure
12. Ecological Information
Mammalian effects None known if used/disposed of correctly.
Eco-toxicity None known if used/disposed of correctly.
Bioaccumulation
None known if used/disposed of correctly.
potential
Environmental fate None known if used/disposed of correctly.
13. Disposal Considerations
o
Do not incinerate, or subject cells to temperatures in excess of 100 C. Such abuse can result in loss
of seal, leakage, and/or cell explosion. Dispose of in accordance with appropriate local regulations.
MSDS Li-SOCl2
Rev. 9 February 2009
14. Transport Information
Note : when manufacturing a new battery pack, one must assure that it is tested in accordance with the UN
Model Regulations, Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, subsection 38.3
For the single cell batteries and multicell battery packs that are non-restricted
to transport (non-assigned to the Miscellaneous Class 9), use lithium batteries
inside label.
For the single cell batteries and multicell battery packs which are restricted to
Label for conveyance
transport (assigned to Class 9), use Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
and UN Identification Number labels.
In all cases, refer to the product transport certificate issued by the
Manufacturer.
UN numbers UN 3090 (shipment of cells and batteries in bulk)
UN 3091 (cells and batteries contained in equipment or packed with it)
Shipping names Lithium Metal Batteries
Depending on their lithium metal content, some single cells and small multicell
Hazard classification
battery packs may be non-assigned to Class 9 (Refer to Transport Certificate)
Packing Group II
IMDG Code 3090 (Li batteries)
3091 (Li batteries contained in equipment or packed with it)
CAS
EmS No. F-A , S-I
Marine pollutant No
ADR Class Class 9
15. Regulatory Information
Regulations specifically applicable to the product:
- ACGIH and OSHA: see exposure limits of the internal ingredients of the battery in section 8.
- IATA/ICAO (air transportation): UN 3090 or UN 3091
- IMDG (sea transportation) : UN 3090 or UN 3091
- Transportation within the US-DOT, 49 Code of Federal Regulations
R14/15 Reacts violently with water, liberating extremely
flammable gases.
Harmful in contact with skin.
R21 Harmful if swallowed.
Lithium
R22 Causes burns.
(Li)
R35 Risk of serious damage to eye.
R41 May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin
R42/43 contact.
R14 Reacts with water.
R22 Harmful if swallowed.
Risk phrases Thionyl
R35 Causes burns.
chloride
R37 Irritating to respiratory system.
(SOCl2)
R41 Risk of serious damage to eye.
R42/43 May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin
contact.
R14 Reacts with water.
Aluminum R22 Harmful if swallowed.
chloride R37 Irritating to respiratory system.
anhydrous R41 Risk of serious damage to eye.
(AlCl3) R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
MSDS Li-SOCl2
Rev. 9 February 2009
S2 Keep out of reach of children
Lithium
S8 Keep away from moisture
(Li)
S45 In case of incident, seek medical attention.
S2 Keep out of reach of children.
S8 Keep away from moisture.
Thionyl S24 Avoid contact with skin.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
chloride
(SOCl2) with plenty of water.
S36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
Safety phrases S37 Wear suitable gloves.
S45 In case of incident, seek medical attention.
S2 Keep out of reach of children.
S8 S22 Keep away from moisture.
Aluminum
S24 S26 Do not breathe dust.
chloride
Avoid contact with skin.
anhydrous
S36 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
(AlCl3)
with plenty of water.
Wear suitable protective clothing.
UK
Classified under CHIP
regulatory references
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, 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.
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.
Edition 9 ?February 2009
Signature _____________________
Nicolas Paquin
Lithium Product Manager
MSDS Li-SOCl2
Rev. 9 February 2009
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