Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Product Name: NiCd Rechargeable Battery 鈥? Cylindrical Type
Trade Name: Nickel-Cadmium Battery
Chemical Systems: Nickel-Cadmium
Designed for Rechargeable: Yes
SECTION I- MANUFACTURER INFORMATION
Manufactured for Power*Rite
Telephone Number for Information: 877-797-7483
SECTION II- HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The battery should not be opened or burned. Exposure to the ingredients contained within or
their combustion products could be harmful.
MATERIAL OR INGREDIENTS % W. t.
Cadmium
as cadmium metal (CAS# 7440-43-9)
cadmium oxide (CAS# 1306-19-0) 8-22
cadmium hydroxide (CAS# 21041-95-2)
Cobalt
as cobalt metal (CAS# 7440-48-4)
cobalt oxide (CAS# 1307-96-6) 1-2
cobalt hydroxide (CAS# 21041-93-0)
Lithium Hydroxide (CAS# 1310-65-2)
0-1
Nickel
as nickel metal (CAS# 7440-02-0)
nickel oxide (CAS# 1313-99-1) 20-30
nickel hydroxide (CAS# 12054-48-7)
Potassium Hydroxide (CAS# 1310-58-3)
0-5
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SECTION III- FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
If fire or explosion occurs when batteries are on charge, shut off power to charge.
In case of fire, it is permissible to use any class of extinguishing medium on these batteries or
their packing materials. Cool exterior of batteries if exposed to fire to prevent rupture.
Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Nickel-Cadmium batteries involved
in a fire can vent and produce toxic fumes including nickel, nickel oxide, cadmium, cadmium
oxides, and cobalt oxides.
SECTION IV- HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Under normal conditions of use, the battery is hermetically sealed.
Ingestion:
Swallowing a battery can be harmful.
Contents of an open battery can cause serious chemical burns of mouth, esophagus, and
gastrointestinal tract. Contents include toxic cadmium compounds that can cause excessive
salivation, choking, nausea, persistent vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, dizziness, faintness,
unconsciousness, and possible liver and kidney injury.
If a battery or open battery is ingested, do not induce vomiting or give food or drink. Seek
medical attention immediately.
Inhalation:
Contents of an open battery can cause respiratory irritation. Cadmium oxide fumes and cause
metal fume fever. Hypersensitivity to nickel can cause allergic pulmonary asthma. Provide fresh
air and seek medical attention.
Skin Contact:
Contents of an open battery can cause skin irritation and/or chemical burns. Cobalt, cobalt
compounds, nickel, and nickel compounds can cause skin sensitization and an allergic contact
dermatitis. Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water. If a chemical burn
occurs or if irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Eye Contact:
Contents of an open battery can cause severe irritation and chemical burns. Immediately flush
eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower lids, until no evidence
of the chemical remains. Seek medical attention.
SECTION V- PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Storage:
Store in a cool, well-ventilated area. Elevated temperature can result in shortened battery life.
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Mechanical Containment:
Do not obstruct safety release vents on batteries. Encapsulation of batteries will not allow cell
venting and can cause high-pressure rupture.
Handling:
Accidental short circuit for a few seconds will not seriously affect the battery. However, this
battery is capable of delivering very high short circuits. Prolonged short circuits will cause high
cell temperatures that can cause skin burns. Sources of short circuits include jumbled batteries in
bulk containers, metal jewelry, and metal covered tables or metal belts used for assembly of
batteries into devices.
If soldering or welding to the battery is required, use of tabbed batteries is recommended.
Do not open battery. The negative electrode material may be pyrophoric. Should an individual
cell from a battery become disassembled, spontaneous combustion of the negative electrode is
possible. That is much more like to happen if the electrode is removed from its metal container.
There can be a delay between exposure to air and spontaneous combustion.
Charging:
This battery is made to be charging many times. Because it gradually loses its charge over a few
months, it is good practice to charge battery before use. Use recommended charger. Improper
charging can cause heat damage or even high pressure rupture. Observe proper charging polarity.
SECTION VI- SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Ventilation Requirements:
Not necessary under normal conditions.
Respiratory Protection:
Not necessary under normal conditions.
Eye Protection:
Not necessary under normal conditions. Wear safety glasses with side shields if handling an open
or leaking battery.
Glove:
Not necessary under normal conditions. Use neoprene or natural rubber gloves if handling an
open or leaking battery.
Open Battery Storage:
Battery should not be opened. Should a cell become disassembled, the electrode should be stored
in a fireproof cabinet, away from combustibles.
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SECTION VII- REGULATORY INFORMATION
Disposal:
Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations.
NOTE: Contact your local recycling authority for information on recycling options for this
battery.
Transportation:
Not regulated by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
SARA/Title III:
This battery and its contents are not subject to the requirements of the Emergency Planning and
Community Right-To-Know Act.
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