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Form #: MSDS 853024
Revised: 06/06/2013
Supersedes: 05/01/2011
ECO #: 1001294
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
VII. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Spill or Leak Procedures:
Stop flow of material, contain/absorb small spills with dry sand, earth or vermiculite. Do not use combustible materials. If possible, carefully
neutralize spilled electrolyte with soda ash, sodium bicarbonate, lime, etc. Wear acid-resistant clothing, boots, gloves, and face shield. Do not
allow discharge of unneutralized acid to sewer.
Waste Disposal Methods:
Spent batteries: Send to secondary lead smelter for recycling.
Place neutralized slurry into sealed containers and handle as applicable with state and federal regulations. Large water-diluted spills, after
neutralization and testing, should be managed in accordance with approved local, state and federal requirements. Consult state environmental
agency and/or federal EPA.
Handling and Storage:
Store batteries in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas with impervious surfaces and adequate containment in the event of spills. Batteries should
also be stored under roof for protection against adverse weather conditions. Separate from incompatible materials. Store and handle only
in areas with adequate water supply and spill control. Avoid damage to containers. Keep away from fire, sparks and heat.
Precautionary Labeling:
POISON - CAUSES SEVERE BURNS DANGER - CONTAINS SULFURIC ACID
VIII. CONTROL MEASURES
Engineering Controls:
Store and handle in well-ventilated area. If mechanical ventilation is used, components must be acid-resistant.
Work Practices:
Handle batteries cautiously to avoid spills. Make certain vent caps are on securely. Avoid contact with internal components. Wear protective
clothing when filling or handling batteries.
Respiratory Protection:
None required under normal conditions. When concentrations of sulfuric acid mist are known to exceed the PEL, use NIOSH or MSHA-approved
respiratory protection.
Protective Gloves:
Rubber or plastic acid-resistant gloves with elbow-length gauntlet.
Eye Protection:
Chemical goggles or face shield.
Other Protection:
Acid-resistant apron. Under severe exposure emergency conditions, wear acid-resistant clothing and boots.
Emergency Flushing:
In areas where sulfuric acid is handled in concentrations greater then 1%, emergency eyewash stations and showers should be provided,
with unlimited water supply.
IX. OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION
NFPA Hazard Rating for Sulfuric Acid:
Flammability (Red) = 0 Reactivity (Yellow) = 2
Health (Blue) = 3 Sulfuric acid is water-reactive if concentrated.
U.S. DOT
Excepted from the hazardous materials regulations ( HMR) because the batteries meet the requirements of 49 CFR 173.159(f) and 49 CFR 173.159a
IATA: Excepted from the dangerous goods regulations because the batteries meet the requirements of Packing Instruction 872 and Special Provisions A67 of
the International Air Transportation Association (IATA) Dangerous goods Regulations and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Technical
IMDG:
RCRA:
Spent lead-acid batteries are not regulated as hazardous waste by the EPA when recycled, however state and international regulations may vary.
of the U.S. Department of Transportation/s HMR. Battery and outer package must be marked " NONSPILLABLE" or "NONSPILLABLE BATTERY"
Battery terminals must be protected against short circuits.
The words " NOT RESTRICTED" , SPECIAL PROVISION A67" must be provided on an airway bill when air waybill is issued.
Excepted from the dangerous goods regulations for transport by sea because the batteries meet the requirements of Special Provision 238 of the
Instructions. Battery Terminals must be protected against short circuits.
International Maritime Dangerous Goods( IMDG CODE). Battery terminals must be protected against short circuits.