SDS

SAFETY DATA SH EET
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Respiratory tract:
In case of intensive smoke generation and gas release or bad smell leave the room and initiate an alarm and
firefighting action, if required. Seek medical attention if there are large quantities and irritation of the airways.
Ensure sufficient ventilation.
Swallowing:
Rinse out the mouth and around the mouth with water. Immediately seek medical attention
SECTION 5: FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Fires from lithium batteries in use can in principle be fought with water. No additional or special extinguishing
agents need be used, since the batteries are protected accordingly. Fire surrounding the batteries is to be fought
with conventional extinguishing agents. The fire of a battery cannot be considered separately from the
surrounding fire. The cooling effect of water effectively impedes fire from spreading to battery cells which still
have not reached the critical ignition temperature ("thermal runaway"). The fire load can be reduced by
separating high quantities and by transport out of the dangerous zone.
As with any fire, the gases produced can be a health hazard if inhaled. For this reason, sufficient ventilation
should be ensured.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
If the battery housing gets damaged, electrolyte can leak out. Seal batteries in an airtight plastic bag, add dry
sand, chalk powder (CaCO3) or vermiculite. Traces of electrolyte can be soaked up with dry paper towels. When
doing so, prevent direct contact with skin by wearing safety gloves. Thoroughly rinse with water.
Use personal safety equipment appropriate for the situation (safety gloves, protective clothing, safety mask,
breathing protection).
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 Handling
No special protective clothing required for handling individual batteries.
7.2 Storage
In each case, carefully observe the warnings on batteries and the operating instructions. Use only the
recommended battery types.
Lithium batteries must be stored at regular temperatures and in a dry location (max. 50°C); large temperature
fluctuations are to be avoided. (For example, do not store close to heating elements, do not expose to sunshine
for long periods).
When storing large quantities of lithium batteries, consult local authorities and insurers.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Lithium ion batteries are products, from which no substance is released under normal and reasonably
foreseeable conditions of use.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Compact batteries with (plastic) housing, terminals.