MSDS

Safety Data Sheet
According to HCS-2012 APPENDIX D TO §1910.1200
Version: 1.0/EN Revision date: 18/06/2013
Product name: Nickel Cadmium battery Printing date: 18/06/2013
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Steel
12597-69-2
11 - 13
Nickel (powder)
7440-02-0
4 - 9
Potassium hydroxide
1310-58-3
<3
Nylon
9008-75-7
<2
Other
N/A
<1
4. First-aid measures
(a) Description of first aid measures
Caution! No effect under routine handling and use. If exposure to internal materials within cell due to damaged outer
metal casing, the following actions are recommended.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. Rinse mouth and
nose with water. Get medical aid immediately. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical
device such as a bag and a mask.
Skin contact:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with copious amounts of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing and shoes before
reuse. Get medical aid.
Eye contact:
Rinse immediately with plenty of water during at least 15-30 minutes, occasionally lifting
the upper and lower eyelids. Check for and remove any contact lenses if easily possible.
Get medical aid immediately.
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.
(b) Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
See Section 11 for more information.
(c) Immediate medical attention and special treatment
No information available.
5. Fire-fighting measures
(a) Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media:
Any class of extinguishing medium may be used on the batteries.
Unsuitable extinguishing media:
Water extinguisher.
(b) Special hazards arising from the chemical
Exposure to temperatures of above 212℉ can cause evaporation of the liquid content of the potassium hydroxide
electrolyte resulting in the rupture of the cell. Potential for exposure to cadmium fumes during fire, use
self-contained breathing apparatus. Do not dispose of battery in fire – may explode.
(c) Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters
If batteries are on working, turn off power. Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the
incident if there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Approach
fire from upwind to avoid hazardous vapors and toxic decomposition products. Move containers from fire area if this
can be done without risk. Prevent run off from fire control dilution from entering streams or drinking water supply. As