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鈥? Material Safety Data Sheet 鈥?
Valve Regulated Lead Acid Battery
鈥淏attery Non-Spillable 49 CFR 173.159 (d)鈥?
SECTION I
Manufacturer鈥檚 Name: Date: January 29, 2007
East Penn Manufacturing Co., Inc.
Deka Road, Lyon Station, PA 19536 Trade Name: Gell; Absorbed Electrolyte,
Telephone Number for Information: (610) 682-6361 Sealed Valve Regulated Non Spillable Battery
Emergency Telephone Number: CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300,
In Washington D.C. or outside continental U.S., call 1-202-483-7616
SECTION II
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION
Hazardous Components
Specific Chemical Identity Range
(Common Name (s)) Percent
OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV By Weight Average
0.05 mg/m3 0.05 mg/m3
Lead, CAS #7439921 60-75% 67%
1.00 mg/m3 1.00 mg/m3
Sulfuric Acid, CAS #7664939 5-15% 10%
0.50 mg/m3 0.50 mg/m3
Antimony, CAS #7440360 0-0.1% <0.1%
0.01 mg/m3 0.01 mg/m3
Arsenic, CAS #7440382 0.01 % <0.1%
Polypropylene, CAS#9003070 N/A N/A 2-10% 4%
1.0 mg/m3 1.0 mg/m3
Calcium, CAS#7440702 0-0.1% <0.1%
2.0 mg/m3 2.0 mg/m3
Tin CAS #7440315 0-0.1% <0.1%
SECTION III
PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Electrolyte (Sulfuric Acid):
Appearance and Odor: Clear, Odorless, colorless liquid Solubility in Water: 100%
Boiling Point: 235 鈥? 240o F Specific Gravity (H20=1): 1.270 鈥? 1.330
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1): less than 1.0 Vapor Density (AIR=1): Greater than 1
Melting Point: N/A Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): 10
SECTION IV
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point (Method Used): Non-Flammable Flammable Limits: *Hydrogen Gas
Extinguishing Media: Class ABC extinguisher, LEL: 4% UEL 74%
NOTE: CO2 may be used, but not directly on the cell. The thermal shock may cause cracking of the battery case and/or cases.
* Hydrogen gas may be generated during battery charging.
SECTION V
REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable Condition to Avoid: Prolonged overcharging, sources of ignition
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Sulfuric Acid: Contact with combustibles and organic materials may cause fire and
explosion. Also reacts violently with strong reducing agents, metals, strong oxidizers and water. Contact with metals may produce
toxic sulfur dioxide fumes and may release flammable hydrogen gas.
Hazardous Decomposition of By-Products: Sulfuric Acid: Excessive overcharging or fire may create Sulfur trioxide, carbon
monoxide, sulfuric acid mist, sulfur dioxide, and hydrogen.
Lead Compounds: Contact with strong acid or base or presence of nascent hydrogen may generate highly toxic arsine gas.
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SECTION VI
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Route(s) of Entry: Not Applicable under normal use.
Carcinogenicity:
Sulfuric Acid: The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified 鈥渟trong inorganic acid mist containing
sulfuric acid鈥? as a Category 1 carcinogen, a substance that is carcinogenic to humans. This classification does not apply to liquid
forms of sulfuric acid contained within a battery. Inorganic acid mist (sulfuric acid mist) is not generated under normal use of this
product. Misuse of the product such as overcharging, may result in the generation of sulfuric acid mist.
Lead Compounds: Lead is listed as a 2B carcinogen, likely in animals at extreme doses. Proof of carcinogenicity in humans is
lacking at present.
Arsenic: Listed by National Toxicology Program (NTP), IARC, OSHA and NIOSH as a carcinogen only after prolonged exposure at
high levels.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Avoid contact, with absorbed electrolyte (sulfuric acid) may cause irritation of eyes, nose and
throat. Contact with eyes and skin causes irritation and skin burns. Absorbed electrolyte is corrosive.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Pregnant women and children must be protected from lead exposure.
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic): Do not open battery, avoid contact with internal components. Internal components include
lead and absorbed electrolyte. Electrolyte is corrosive and contact may cause skin irritation and chemical burns.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures: (contact with electrolyte)
1) Flush contacted area with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and obtain
medical attention if necessary. Eye wash and/or emergency shower should be readily available.
2) If swallowed, give large volumes of water. DO NOT induce vomiting, obtain medical treatment.
SECTION VII
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Electrolyte material is corrosive. Contains sulfuric acid. Neutralize
any spilled material. Reference 1996 North American Emergency Response Guidebook, #154.
Waste Disposal Method: Lead-acid batteries are completely recyclable. For information on returning batteries to East Penn for
recycling, contact your East Penn Representative. Dispose of any collected material in accordance with local, state or applicable
federal regulations.
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storing: Store away from reactive material as defined in Section V, Reactivity Data.
Place cardboard between layers of stacked batteries to avoid damage and short circuit. Do not allow metallic materials to
simultaneously contact both terminals.
Other Precautions: If battery case is broken, avoid direct contact with internal components. Keep away from ignition sources during
charging.
SECTION VIII
CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory Protection (Specific Type): N/A
Ventilation: Must be provided when charging in an enclosed area.
Protective Gloves: Recommended
Eye Protection: Recommended
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: N/A
Work Hygienic Practices: Good Personal hygiene and work practices are recommended.
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SECTION IX
OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION
NFPA Hazard Rating Sulfuric Acid Lead
Health (Blue) 3 3
Flammability (Red) 0 0
Reactivity (Yellow) 2 0
Note: Sulfuric acid is water-reactive if concentrated.
U.S. DOT: The Non-Spillable lead acid battery complies with the provisions listed in 49CFR173.159(d) therefore must not be
marked with an identification number, such as UN2800, or a hazard label, such as corrosive. Also, having passed IATA/ICAAO
special provision A67, these batteries are not subject to the air dangerous goods regulations.
RCRA: Spent lead-acid batteries are not regulated as hazardous waste when recycled. Spilled sulfuric acid is a characteristic
hazardous waste, EPA hazardous waste number D002 (corrosivity).
CERCLA (Superfund) and EPCRA (Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know ACT)
a) Reportable Quantity (RQ) for spilled 100% sulfuric acid is 1000 lbs.
b) Sulfuric acid is a listed 鈥淓xtremely Hazardous Substance鈥? under EPCRA with a Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ) of 1000
lbs.
c) Batteries are subject to EPCRA reporting requirements under sections 302/304, 311/312, and 313.
Reporting quantities are as follows:
Lead: section 311/312= 10,000 lbs.
Title III section 313 = 100 lbs.
Sulfuric Acid: section 311/312 = 500 lbs.
Title III secion 313 = 500 lbs.
California Prop 65: Batteries, battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, and other chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER
HANDLING.
For additional information concerning East Penn Manufacturing Co., Inc. products or questions concerning the content of this MSDS
please contact your East Penn representative.
This information is accurate to the best of East Penn Mfg. Co.鈥檚 knowledge or obtained from sources believed by East Penn to be
accurate. Before using any product, read all warnings and directions on the label.
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