MSDS

areas with plenty of water and soap. If irritation occurs, consult a physician.
Eye contact: If a battery is leaking and materials contact eyes, flush immediately with running
water for at least 15 minutes. Consult an ophthalmologist at once.
Ingestion: Not anticipated due to size of batteries. Choking may occur with the smaller size
batteries. If exposed to a leaking battery, rinse mouth and surrounding areas with
running water for at least 15 minutes. Give plenty of water to drink. Do not induce
vomiting. Obtain medical advice.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media: Carbon dioxide (CO
2
), foam, dry chemical powder.
Extinguishing media not to be used: Never use a direct water jet.
Exposure hazards from combustion products: In case of fire, carbon dioxide, carbon
monoxide and other toxic organic substances will be generated. Do not inhale fumes and
smoke.
Personal protective equipments: Wear full protective clothing. Use self-contained breathing
apparatus.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions: Notify safety personnel of large spills. Caustic potassium hydroxide
may be released from leaking or ruptured batteries. Avoid eye or skin
contact and inhalation of vapours. Increase the ventilation. Wear
protective clothing. Keep unprotected persons away.
Environmental precautions: Avoid discharge and penetration into sewerage systems,
waterways, pits, and cellars.
Methods for cleaning up: Collect spilled material with an insert standard absorbent like sand
or silica. Care for well-ventilated conditions. Recycle or dispose of
the materials in an appropriate way.
7. Handling and storage
General handling: Obey the common known rules and precautions for handling with
chemicals. Avoid mechanical and electrical abuse. Do not short battery or
install incorrectly. Batteries may explode, pyrolize or vent if disassembled,
crushed, recharged or exposed to high temperatures. Install batteries
according to equipment instructions. Do not mix battery systems, such as
alkaline and zinc- carbon. Replace all batteries in equipment at the same
time. Do not carry batteries loose in pocket or bag. Do not remove battery
labels.
Storage: Store product in well-filled, appropriate coated and tightly closed containers avoiding
influence of oxygen/air, light and humidity. Storage at room temperature.
8. Exposure controls and personal protection
Exposition/Technical measures: Atmospheric vapour concentrations must be minimized by
adequate ventilation.
Protection of hands, eyes and skin: None required under normal use conditions. When
handling leaking batteries, use neoprene, rubber or
nitrile gloves and wear safety glasses to protect hands,