MAINTENANCE-FREE
SEALED PURE-LEADS
MATERIAL SAFETY
DATA SHEET
Identity (As used on Label and List) Note: Blank spaces are not permitted. If any item is not
applicable, or no information is available, the space must
be marked to indicate that.
Section I
Emergency Telephone Number
BATTERY MANUFACTURER'S MSDS
Not applicable
DISTRIBUTED BY:
Telephone Number for Information
DUAL-LITE
Not applicable
Date Prepared
MSDS #1
Jan. 31, 1996
Signature of Preparer (optional)
Section II -- Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Other Limits
Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical Identity: Common Name(s)) OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Recommended % (optional)
50 ug/m3
Lead - Lead Oxides 56-67%
1.0 mg/m3
Sulfuric Acid Electrolyte 6-8%
Non-Hazardous Materials ------ 26-37%
Section III -- Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point Specific Gravity (H2O=1)
N/A N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.) Melting Point
N/A N/A
Vapor Density (AIR=1) Evaporation Rate
N/A Butyl Acetate=1 N/A
Solubility in Water
N/A
Appearance and Odor
N/A
Section IV -- Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (Method Used) Flammable Limits LEL UEL
Non-Flammable N/A
Extinguishing Media
Multi-purpose dry chemical or multi-purpose CO2.
Special FIre Fighting Procedures
Cool Battery exterior to prevent rupture. Acid mists and vapors in a fire are toxic and corrosive.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
Hydrogen gas may be produced and may explode if ignited. Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area.
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Section V -- Reactivity Data
Stability Unstable Conditions to Avoid: Avoid shorting. Use only approved charging methods.
Stable
XX
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
Solvents may dissolve battery case material.
Hazardous Decomposition or By-products
Hydrogen Gas
Hazardous May Occur Conditions to Avoid: Avoid temperature extremes above 80藲C and below 40藲C.
Polymerization Do not puncture battery case.
Will Not Occur
XX
Section VI -- Health Hazard Data
Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation? Skin? Ingestion?
Eyes XX XX
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)
Severe burns and eye damage from sulfuric acid electrolyte. Illness from sulfur oxide fumes.
Carcinogenicity: NTP? IARC Monographs? OSHA Regulated?
N/A
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
Irritation and acid burns. Pungent odor and respiratory irritation.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
N/A
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
For sulfur oxide fumes, disconnect batteries, evacuate and ventilate. External, flush areas contaminated by
sulfuric acid electrolyte with water.
Internal, drink large quantities of water or milk, followed by milk of magnesia, beaten eggs or vegetable oil.
Section VII -- Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled.
Avoid contact with sulfuric acid electrolyte from battery. Flush with water.
Waste Disposal Method
Neutralize with solution of baking soda in water. Dispose with automotive battery scrap.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing
Batteries with released electrolyte shall be sealed in polyethylene bags.
Other Precautions
Do not crack battery cases. Do not overcharge. Keep lighted cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from charging
batteries.
Section VIII -- Control Measures
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
N/A
Ventilation Local Exhaust Special
Mechanical (General) Other
Natural convection
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Use rubber gloves if case is cracked Recommended
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
N/A
Work/Hygienic Practices
N/A
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Section IX -- Transportation
"Pure-lead" batteries are starved electrolyte batteries which means the electrolyte is absorbed in the separator material.
The batteries are also sealed. As of September 30, 1995, sealed "pure-lead" batteries were classified as 鈥渘onspillable
batteries鈥?, and as such are not subject to the full requirements of 49 CFR 搂 173.159. The previous exempt classification,
鈥淒ry Batteries, Not Restricted鈥? was discontinued effective September 30, 1995. 鈥淣onspillable鈥? batteries are excepted from
the regulation鈥檚 comprehensive packaging requirements if the following conditions are satisfied:
(1) The battery is protected against short circuits and is securely packaged.
(2) For batteries manufactured after September 30, 1995, the battery and outer packaging must be plainly and durably
marked 鈥淣ONSPILLABLE鈥? or 鈥淣ONSPILLABLE BATTERY鈥? and
(3) The battery is capable of withstanding vibration and pressure differential tests specified in 49 CFR 搂 173.159(d).
Sealed "pure-lead" batteries have been tested by WYLE Scientific Services & Systems Laboratories Group and
determined to be in compliance with the vibration and pressure differential tests contained in 49 CFR 搂 173.159(d), and
therefore as of September 30, 1995, excepted from the DOT requirements set forth in 49 CFR 搂 173.159, other than
paragraph (d).
Battery shipments from all locations, will be properly labeled in accordance with applicable DOT regulations. Packaging
changes performed at other locations may require additional labeling, since in addition to the battery itself
containing the required marking, the outer packaging of the battery must also contain the required marking:
鈥淣ONSPILLABLE鈥? OR 鈥淣ONSPILLABLE BATTERY鈥?. Because the batteries are classified as 鈥淣onspillable鈥? and meet
the three conditions above, [from 搂 173.159(d)] they do not have an assigned UN number nor do they require additional
DOT hazard labeling.
The regulation change effective September, 1995, was to clarify and distinguish to shippers and transporters, all batteries
that have been tested and determined to be in compliance with the DOT Hazardous Material Regulations, the
International Civil Aeronautics Organization (ICAO), and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Packing
Instruction 806 and Special Provision A67, and therefore excepted from all other requirements of the regulations and
classified as a 鈥渘onspillable battery鈥?.
Section X -- Additional Information
The sealed lead acid battery is determined to be an 鈥渁rticle鈥? according to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard and
is thereby excluded from any requirements of the standard. The Material Safety Data Sheet is therefore supplied for
informational purposes only.
The information and recommendations contained herein have been compiled from sources believed to be reliable and
represent current opinion on the subject. No warranty, guarantee, or representation is made as to the absolute
correctness or sufficiency of any representation contained herein and the manufacturer assumes no responsibility in
connection therewith, nor can it be assumed that all acceptable safety measures are contained herein, or that additional
measures may not be required under particular or exceptional conditions or circumstances.
NIA or Not Applicable - Not applicable for finished product used in normal conditions.
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