Safety data sheet

Document #: Alk EU PSDS Issue Date: 8/24/2010
Supersedes: GMEL 2002.9-EU Updated: 11/8/2012
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occur unless the battery leaks, is exposed to high temperatures or is mechanically, physically, or
electrically abused. Note: Some Duracell batteries contain a Duracell Power Check
TM
energy gauge,
which is a small conductive strip located underneath the battery label that indicates the amount of
charge in the battery. It is composed of minute quantities of conductive materials. Due to the small
quantity of materials and their solid form, a health or environmental risk is unlikely.
Chemical Name CAS
Number
EINECS
Number
Amount Classification Exposure Limits
Manganese Dioxide 1313-13-9 215-202-6 35-40 % Xn, R20/22
0,5 mg/m
3
TWA UK WEL
0,5 mg/m
3
TWA (inhalable) DFG MAK
0,2 mg/m
3
VL Belgium
0,2 mg/m
3
TWA Denmark LV
Zinc 7440-66-6 231-175-3 10-25 % N, R50/53
None established for zinc metal
Potassium Hydroxide
(35%)
1310-58-3 215-181-3 5-10 % C, Xn, R22, R35
2 mg/m
3
STEL UK WEL
2 mg/m
3
VCD Belgium
2 mg/m
3
Ceiling Denmark LV
Graphite (natural or
synthetic)
7782-42-5,
7440-44-0
231-955-3
231-153-3
1-5 % None
4 mg/m
3
TWA UK WEL (respirable dust)
10 mg/m
3
TWA UK WEL (inhalable dust)
1,5 mg/m
3
TWA DFG MAK (respirable
dust)
4 mg/m
3
TWA DFG MAK (inhalable dust)
2 mg/m
3
VL Belgium (respirable dust)
SECTION IV – FIRST AID INFORMATION
Damaged battery will release concentrated potassium hydroxide, which is caustic.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical
attention if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water. If irritation persists,
seek medical attention.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
SECTION V - FIRE FIGHTING INFORMATION
Hazardous Combustion Products: Thermal degradation may produce hazardous fumes of zinc and
manganese; hydrogen gas, caustic vapors of potassium hydroxide and other toxic by-products.
Extinguishing Media: Use any extinguishing media that is appropriate for the surrounding area.
Protection of Firefighters:
Specific Hazards Arising from the Material
: Batteries may burst and release hazardous decomposition
products when exposed to a fire situation.
Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters
: Firefighters should wear positive pressure self-
contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
SECTION VI - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Notify safety personnel of large spills. Caustic potassium hydroxide may be released from leaking or
ruptured batteries. Clean-up personnel should wear appropriate clothing to avoid eye and skin contact
and inhalation of vapors and fumes. Ventilate area. Carefully collect batteries and place in an
appropriate container for disposal.