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Alkaline Batteries
June 2007
©2007 Energizer
As a courtesy to our customers, Energizer has prepared copyrighted Product Safety Datasheets to provide information on the different
Eveready/Energizer battery systems. As defined in OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, Section 1910.1200 (c), Eveready/Energizer batteries are
manufactured “articles”, which do not result in exposure to a hazardous chemical under normal conditions of use. For this reason, Material Safety
Datasheets are not required. The information and recommendations set forth herein are made in good faith, for information only, and are believed to be
accurate as of the date of preparation. However, ENERGIZER BATTERY MANUFACTURING, INC., MAKES NO WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THIS INFORMATION AND DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FROM REFERENCE ON IT.
PRODUCT SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT NAME: EVEREADY Battery Type No.: Volts:
TRADE NAMES: ENERGIZER, ENERGIZER e², INDUSTRIAL ZMA, HERCULES,
EVEREADY, WONDER
Approximate Weight:
CHEMICAL SYSTEM: Alkaline Manganese Dioxide-Zinc
Designed for Recharge: No
SECTION I - MANUFACTURER INFORMATION
Energizer Battery Manufacturing, Inc. Telephone Number for Information:
1359 Columbia Rd.
Westlake, OH 44145
800-383-7323 (USA / CANADA)
Date Prepared: June 2007
SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
IMPORTANT NOTE: The battery should not be opened or burned. Exposure to the ingredients contained within or their combustion products could be
harmful.
MATERIAL OR INGREDIENT PEL (OSHA) TLV (ACGIH) %/wt.
Graphite
(CAS# 7782-42-5)
15 mg/m
3
TWA (total dust)
5 mg/m
3
TWA (respirable
fraction)
2 mg/m
3
TWA (respirable
fraction)
2-6
Manganese Dioxide
(CAS# 1313-13-9)
5 mg/m
3
Ceiling (as Mn) 0.2 mg/m
3
TWA (as Mn) 30-45
Potassium Hydroxide
(CAS# 1310-58-3)
None established 2 mg/m
3
Ceiling 4-8
Zinc
(CAS# 7440-66-6)
15 mg/m
3
TWA PNOR*
(total dust)
5 mg/m
3
TWA PNOR*
(respirable fraction)
10 mg/m
3
TWA PNOC**
(inhalable particulate)
3 mg/m
3
TWA PNOC**
(respirable paeticulate)
12-25
* PNOR: Particulates not otherwise regulated
**PNOC: Particulates not otherwise classified
SECTION III - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
In case of fire, it is permissible to use any class of extinguishing medium on these batteries or their packing material. Cool exterior of batteries if
exposed to fire to prevent rupture.
Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
SECTION IV - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Under normal conditions of use, the battery is hermetically sealed.
Ingestion: Swallowing a battery can be harmful.
Contents of an open battery can cause serious chemical burns of mouth, esophagus, and gastrointestinal tract.
If battery or open battery is ingested, do not induce vomiting or give food or drink. Seek medical attention immediately. CALL
NATIONAL BATTERY INGESTION HOTLINE for advice and follow-up (202-625-3333) collect day or night.

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