SDS

Document Number: Alkaline_Dry_CH_SDS_01_15
SAFETY DATA SHEET
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packaging” that prevents spillage of contents. All original packaging for Maxell alkaline batteries has
been designed to be compliant with these regulatory concerns.
Alkaline batteries (sometimes referred to as “Dry cell” batteries) are not listed as dangerous goods
under the ADR European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by
Road, the IMDG International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code, UN Dangerous Good Regulations,
IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations 56th edition, ICAO Technical Instructions and the U.S.
hazardous materials regulations (49 CFR). These batteries are not subject to the dangerous goods
regulations provided they meet the requirements contained in the following special provisions
.
Regulatory Body
Special Provisions
ADR Not regulated
IMDG Not regulated
UN Not regulated
US DOT 49 CFR 172.102 Provision 130
IATA A123 (56th Edition)
ICAO Not regulated
All Maxell alkaline batteries are packed in such a way to prevent short circuits or the generation
dangerous quantities of heat and meet the special provisions listed above. In addition, the IATA
Dangerous Goods Regulations and ICAO Technical Instructions require the words “not restricted”
and the Special Provision number A123 be provided on the air waybill, when an air waybill is issued.
(a) UN number: N/A
(b) UN proper shipping name: N/A
(c) Transport hazard class(es) : N/A
(d) Packing group, if applicable: N/A
(e) Environmental hazards (e.g., Marine pollutant (Yes/No)) No.
(f) Transport in bulk (according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code)
The product can be treated as ordinary goods in transportation;
Products in bulk shall be packed in inner packaging in such a manner that can prevent
movement or short-circuit effectively.
(g) Special precautions which a user needs to be aware of, or needs to comply with, in connection
with transport or conveyance either within or outside their premises
Avoid high-temperature, high-humidity condition.