SDS

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1091754 - Ni-Cad Batteries and Battery Packs
Revision Date 08-Apr-2013
Eye contact
Specific test data for the substance or mixture is not available. Causes burns. (based on
components). Corrosive to the eyes and may cause severe damage including blindness.
Causes serious eye damage. May cause irreversible damage to eyes.
Skin contact
Specific test data for the substance or mixture is not available. Corrosive. (based on
components). Causes burns. Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause allergic
reactions with susceptible persons.
Ingestion
Specific test data for the substance or mixture is not available. Causes burns. (based on
components). Ingestion causes burns of the upper digestive and respiratory tracts. May
cause severe burning pain in the mouth and stomach with vomiting and diarrhea of dark
blood. Blood pressure may decrease. Brownish or yellowish stains may be seen around the
mouth. Swelling of the throat may cause shortness of breath and choking. May cause lung
damage if swallowed. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Ingestion may cause
irritation to mucous membranes. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea,
vomiting and diarrhea. Harmful if swallowed. May cause additional affects as listed under
"Inhalation".
Component Information
Chemical name Oral LD50 Dermal LD50 Inhalation LC50
Iron
7439-89-6
= 984 mg/kg ( Rat ) - -
Nickel
7440-02-0
> 9000 mg/kg ( Rat ) - -
Cadmium and compounds (as Cd)
7440-43-9
= 1140 mg/kg ( Rat ) - = 25 mg/m
3
( Rat ) 30 min
Sodium hydroxide
1310-73-2
- = 1350 mg/kg ( Rabbit ) -
Potassium hydroxide
1310-58-3
= 284 mg/kg ( Rat ) - -
Lithium hydroxide
1310-65-2
= 210 mg/kg ( Rat ) - = 960 mg/m
3
( Rat ) 4 h
Cobalt
7440-48-4
= 6171 mg/kg ( Rat ) - > 10 mg/L ( Rat ) 1 h
Carbon black
1333-86-4
> 15400 mg/kg ( Rat ) > 3 g/kg ( Rabbit ) -
Information on toxicological effects
Symptoms
Erythema (skin redness). Burning. May cause blindness. Coughing and/ or wheezing.
Difficulty in breathing. Itching. Rashes. Hives. Symptoms of allergic reaction may include
rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing, tingling of the hands and feet, dizziness,
lightheadedness, chest pain, muscle pain, or flushing.
Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure
Sensitization
May cause sensitization in susceptible persons. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
May cause sensitization by inhalation.
Mutagenic Effects
Contains a known or suspected mutagen.
Carcinogenicity
The table below indicates whether each agency has listed any ingredient as a carcinogen.
Chemical name ACGIH IARC NTP OSHA
Nickel
7440-02-0
Group 2B Reasonably Anticipated X
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