SDS

Product name
Ni-MH Battery
Revision date
28-Jun-
2017
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Manganese
7439-96-5
3.2
Cobalt(II) oxide 1307-96-6 2.1
Potassium hydroxide
1310-58-3
0.7
Aluminum 7429-90-5 0.7
Lithium hydroxide
1310-65-2
0.1
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of first aid measures
General advice No effect under routine handling and use. If exposure to internal materials within
cells due to damaged outer metal casing, the following actions are recommended.
Inhalation If potential for exposure to fumes or dusts occurs, remove immediately to fresh air
and seek medical attention.
Skin Contact
In case of skin contact with contents of battery, flush immediately with water. If
irritation persists, get medical help.
Eye contact
For eye contact, flush with copious amounts of water for 15 minutes. Do not
inhale leaked material. If irritation persists, get medical help.
Ingestion Do not induce vomiting. If the injured is fully conscious: wash mouth out with
water, then give 2
-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
No information available.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treat symptomatically.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Any class of extinguishing medium may be used on the batteries or their packing
material.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
No information available.
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Exposure to temperatures of above 212°F can cause venting of the liquid electrolyte. Internal shorting could also
cause venting of the electrolyte. There is potential for exposure to iron, nickel, cobalt, rare earth metals (cerium,
lanthanum neodymium, and praseodymium), manganese, and aluminum fumes during fire; use self-contained
breathing apparatus.
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.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Review Section 5 and Section 7
sections before proceeding with clean-up. Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Appropriate ventilation.
Evacuate and ventilate spill area. Remove all sources of ignition or heat. Stop leak if safe to do so. Move
containers from spill area. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Review Section 5 and
Section 7 sections before proceeding with clean-up.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, water ways, drains and sewers.