Safety data sheet

Silver Oxide Batteries
High Drain Watch Batteries
Page 2 / 3 PSDS_MF Ag High Drain V6 01/ 2014
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Section 4 – First Aid Measure
None unless internal material exposure.
If contact with internal components, observe following instructions
Swallowing:
Ingestion of a battery can be harmful. Contents of an opened battery can cause serious chemical burns of
mouth, oesophagus, and gastrointestinal tract. Drink a plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting. Consult a
physician immediately.
Inhalation: Fumes of alkaline solution can cause respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air and consult a
physician.
Skin Contact: Contents of an opened battery can cause skin irritation and/or chemical burns. Remove
contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water. If a chemical burn occurs or if irritation persists,
consult a physician.
Eye Contact: Contents of an opened battery can cause severe irritation and chemical burns. Immediately
flush eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Consult a physician immediately.
Section 5 – Fire Fighting Measures
When exposed to fire, battery may emit hazardous fumes of alkaline.
Refer to "inhalation" in section 4.
Extinguishing Media:
Any class of extinguisher is effective.
Fire fighting procedure:
Use self-contained breathing apparatus and full gear not to inhale or that eyes or skin come in contact with
harmful alkaline mist.
Section 6 – Accidental Release Measures
Damaged Battery should be handled with rubber gloves, avoid direct contact with internal components.
Section 7 – Handling and Storage
Handling:
Avoid mechanical, thermal or electrical abuse.
Keep out the reach of children, never swallow.
Never touch the liquid leaked out battery.
Never short-circuit, force discharge, charge, overheat, dispose in fire, deform, dismantle; the battery may
vent, explode or leak.
Storage:
Never store the battery in hot and high humid place. Avoid direct solar radiation, do not store next to
heaters. Never let the battery contact with water. Do not store in disorderly fashion or allow metal parts to
be mixed with stored batteries.
Section 8 – Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Respiratory Protection: NA
Ventilation Local Exhaust / Mechanical / Special / Other: NA
Eye Protection: NA
Protective Gloves: NA
Other Protective Clothing: NA