MSDS

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1052592 - NI-CD battery
Revision Date 02-Jan-2015
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on likely routes of exposure
Product Information
Product does not present an acute toxicity hazard based on known or supplied information.
In case of rupture:.
Inhalation
Specific test data for the substance or mixture is not available. Corrosive by inhalation.
(based on components). Inhalation of corrosive fumes/gases may cause coughing, choking,
headache, dizziness, and weakness for several hours. Pulmonary edema may occur with
tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, bluish skin, decreased blood pressure, and
increased heart rate. Inhaled corrosive substances can lead to a toxic edema of the lungs.
Pulmonary edema can be fatal. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. May be fatal if
inhaled. May cause sensitization of susceptible persons.
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. May be 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 ) - -
Cadmium oxide
1306-19-0
= 72 mg/kg ( Rat ) - -
Nickel hydroxide
12054-48-7
- - = 1200 mg/m
3
( Rat ) 4 h
Potassium hydroxide
1310-58-3
= 214 mg/kg ( Rat ) - -
Cadmium and compounds (as Cd)
7440-43-9
= 2330 mg/kg ( Rat ) - = 25 mg/m
3
( Rat ) 30 min
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Nickel
7440-02-0
> 9000 mg/kg ( Rat ) - -
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.
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Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure