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1052592 - NI-CD battery
Revision Date 02-Jan-2015
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Most Important Symptoms and
Effects
Burning sensation. Coughing and/ or wheezing. Difficulty in breathing. Itching.
Rashes. Hives. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if
inhaled.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes to Physician
Treat symptomatically. Product is a corrosive material. Use of gastric lavage or
emesis is contraindicated. Possible perforation of stomach or esophagus should
be investigated. Do not give chemical antidotes. Asphyxia from glottal edema
may occur. Marked decrease in blood pressure may occur with moist rales, frothy
sputum, and high pulse pressure. May cause sensitization of susceptible persons.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
CAUTION: Use of water spray when fighting fire may be inefficient.
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical
The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases
and vapors. Product is or contains a sensitizer. May cause sensitization by skin contact. May cause sensitization by inhalation and
skin contact.
Uniform Fire Code
Corrosive: Other--Solid
Sensitizer: Solid
Highly Toxic: Solid
Unstable (Reactive) Class 1--Solid
Hazardous Combustion Products
Carbon oxides.
Physical/Chemical Reaction
Properties
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Normally stable but which can become unstable at elevated temperatures and pressures.
Explosion Data
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact
No.
Sensitivity to Static Discharge
No.
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Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full
protective gear.