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III. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient CAS Number % by Wt.
Inorganic compounds of:
Lead
Antimony
Tin
Calcium
Arsenic
7439-92-1
7440-36-0
7440-31-5
7440-70-2
7440-38-2
54-62
0.4
0.16
0.02
0.01
Electrolyte (sulfuric acid/water/solution) 7664-93-9 26-40
Case Material:
Polypropylene
Hard Rubber
9003-07-0
N/A
5-12
Plate Separator Material:
Polyethylene 9002-88-4 1-2
Note:
Inorganic lead and electrolyte (water and sulfuric acid solution) are the primary components of every battery manufactured by Exide
Technologies or its subsidiaries. Other ingredients may be present dependent upon battery type. Polypropylene is the principal case
material of automotive and commercial batteries.
IV. FIRST AID MEASURES
Take proper precautions to ensure you own health and safety before attempting to rescue a victim and provide first aid.
Inhalation:
Electrolyte: Remove to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Lead/arsenic compounds: Remove from exposure, gargle, wash nose and lips; consult physician.
Skin Contact:
Electrolyte: Flush with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes; remove contaminated clothing completely,
including shoes.
Lead/arsenic compounds: Wash immediately with soap and water.
Eye Contact:
Electrolyte and Lead/arsenic compounds: Flush immediately with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes; consult
physician immediately.
Ingestion:
Electrolyte: Give large quantities of water;
do not
induce vomiting; consult physician.
Lead/arsenic compounds: Consult physician immediately.
V. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point:
Not Applicable
Flammable Limits:
LEL = 4.1% (Hydrogen Gas in air) ; UEL = 74.2%
Extinguishing media:
CO
2
; foam; dry chemical
Fire Fighting Procedures:
Use positive pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus. Beware of acid splatter during water application and wear acid-resistant
clothing, gloves, face and eye protection. If batteries are on charge, shut off power to the charging equipment, but, note that strings
of series connected batteries may still pose risk of electric shock even when charging equipment is shut down.
Hazardous Combustion Products:
In operation, batteries generate and release flammable hydrogen gas. They must always be assumed to contain this gas which, if
ignited by burning cigarette, naked flame or spark, may cause battery explosion with dispersion of casing fragments and corrosive
liquid electrolyte. Carefully follow manufacturer's instructions for installation and service. Keep away all sources of gas ignition
and do not allow metallic articles to simultaneously contact the negative and positive terminals of a battery.
VI. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Stop flow of material, contain/absorb small spills with dry sand, earth, and 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 acid to sewer. Acid must be managed in accordance with approved local, state, and federal
requirements. Consult state environmental agency and/or federal EPA.
VII. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling:
Unless involved in recycling operations, do not breach the casing or empty the contents of the battery. Handle carefully and avoid
tipping, which may allow electrolyte leakage. Single batteries pose no risk of electric shock but there may be increasing risk of
electric shock from strings of connected batteries exceeding three 12-volt units.
Storage:
Store batteries under roof in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas separated from incompatible materials and from activities that may
create flames, spark, or heat. Store on smooth, impervious surfaces provided with measures for liquid containment in the event of
electrolyte spills. Keep away from metallic objects that could bridge the terminals on a battery and create a dangerous short-circuit.