SDS

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Issuing date: July 7, 2016
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Issuing date: August 25, 2015
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Discharging cylinder shape water from fire hose may lead to spread fire to the
surroundings.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Structural firefighters must wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective
equipment.
.Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Cell may vent when subjected to excessive heat-exposing battery contents.
.Special Fire-Fighting Method (This is for fire caused by other ignition sources):
Fire-fighters must wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective equipment (e.g. fire-retardant clothing).
For initial fire, use dry powder, carbon dioxide, etc.
For large fire, it is effective to use fire foam, etc. to shut off air supply.
Deny unnecessary entry to the place around the fire.
Remove containers from fire area if it can be done without risk.
Cool surrounding facilities, etc. with water spray.
Extinguish fire from upwind, and the fire extinguishing method should be appropriate to the situation in the surroundings.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Measures for Cleaning/Collection:
If the battery material is released, remove personnel from area until fumes dissipate. Provide maximum ventilation to clear out
hazardous gases. Wipe it up with a cloth, and dispose of it in a plastic bag and put into a steel can. The preferred response is to
leave the area and allow the battery to cool and vapors to dissipate. Provide maximum ventilation. Avoid skin and eye contact
or inhalation of vapors. Remove spilled liquid with absorbent and incinerate.
Environmental Precautions: Keep cleaning run-offs out of municipal sewers and open bodies of water. Comply with local
and national laws and regulations.