Datasheet

Product: RBC24
Schneider Electric Incorporated
132 Fairgrounds Road
West Kingston, RI 02892
Phone: [phone]
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Sulfuric Acid - Experimental poison by inhalation. Repeated or prolonged
inhalation of sulfuric acid mist can cause inflammation of the upper
respiratory tract, leading to chronic bronchitis. Severe exposure may cause
chemical pneumonitis. Erosion of tooth enamel due to strong acid fume
exposure has been observed in industry. Workers exposed to low
concentrations of the vapors gradually lose their sensitivity to its irritating
action.
Occupational exposures to strong-acid mists containing sulfuric acid have
been associated with several respiratory tract cancers. However, there is no
animal data supporting the carcinogenicity of sulfuric acid. Sulfuric acid has
been found to be non-mutagenic, and in two studies of workers employed in
lead acid battery manufacture, no association between sulfuric acid mist
exposure and respiratory tract cancers was observed.
Mutagenicity: Lead - Human mutation data reported.
Reproductive Effects: Lead - Severe toxicity can cause sterility, abortion, and neonatal mortality
and morbidity. Experimental teratogen. Experimental reproductive effects.
Pathological lesions have been found on male gonads.
Sulfuric Acid - Experimental teratogen.
SECTION 10: REGULATORY INFORMATION
NFPA HAZARD RATING FOR SULFURIC ACID:
Flammability (Red) =0
Health (Blue) =3
Reactivity (Yellow) =2
Sulfuric acid is water-reactive if concentrated.
Proposition 65 Notice: The State of California has determined that certain battery terminals contain lead
and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
The only possible exposure would be to terminal posts on the battery. RBC terminals and other ancillary
components do not contain lead.
CERCLA (Superfund) and EPCRA:
• Reportable Quantity (RQ) for spilled 100% sulfuric acid under CERCLA (Superfund) and EPCRA Emergency
Planning Community Right to Know) is 1,000 lbs. State and local reportable quantities for spilled sulfuric acid may
vary.
• Sulfuric acid is a listed “Extremely Hazardous Substance” under EPCRA, with a Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ)
of 1,000 lbs.
• EPCRA Section 302 notification is required if 1,000 lbs. of more of sulfuric acid is present at one site. The quantity of
sulfuric acid will vary by battery type. Contact your Yuasa Battery representative for additional information.
• EPCRA Section 312 Tier 2 reporting is required for batteries if sulfuric acid is present in quantities of 500 lbs. or
more and/or if lead is present in quantities of 10,000 lbs. or more.
• Supplier Notification: This product contains toxic chemicals, which may be reportable under EPCRA Section 313
Toxic Chemical Release Inventory (Form R) requirements. If you are a manufacturing facility under SIC codes 20
through 39, the following information is provided to enable you to complete the required reports:
Toxic Chemical CAS Number Approximate % by Wt.
Lead 7439-92-1 70
Sulfuric Acid 7 664-93-9 10-30