Information

December 2014 – Version 1.2 – Rechargeable Li-ion cells, modules or battery systems Page 2
1.3 Emergency contact
Chemtrec US Service within USA-Canada: [phone]/outside : [phone]
In case of an incident and/or accident involving the battery, this telephone number is available 24 hours a day and is
monitored at all times by a person who has comprehensive emergency response and accident mitigation information for
the battery or can immediately call upon a person who possesses such knowledge and information.
If needed, the fire brigade may also be called in case of an incident/accident involving the battery.
2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
2.1 At cell level
Not chemically dangerous during normal use in accordance with Saft recommendations as stated in the user manuals or
other similar documentation. In particular, the battery should not be opened or burned. Exposure to the ingredients
contained inside the cells or combustion products could be harmful.
EYE CONTACT: contents of an opened cell inside a battery can cause eye irritation. Dust may cause inflammation of eyelids
SKIN CONTACT: Electrolyte solution contained inside cells can cause skin irritation. Contact with positive active material
may in addition cause allergic dermatitis or irritation to skin.
INHALATION: Contents of an opened cell can cause respiratory tract and mucus membrane irritation. Overexposure to
lithiated nickel compounds may cause an allergic response. If gas is generated during battery disassembly, throat irritation
may occur.
2.2 At module and battery system level
HIGH VOLTAGE: Always use the large battery systems in a restricted access area. Only authorized people aware of high
voltage hazards and trained to work on such systems are allowed to enter in the battery area.
TEMPERATURE: Do not place the batteries on or near fires or other high-temperature locations (> 70°C for VL and VES
cells, > 85°C for extended temperature MP range [with xtd extension] and > 125°C for high temperatures VL cells [with –
125 extension]). Doing so may cause the batteries to overheat or ignite. Using the batteries in this manner may also result
in a loss of performance and a shortened battery life.
3. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION OR INGREDIENTS
3.1 At cell level
Component CAS Number EINECS/ELINCS Content (wt. %)*
Lithiated metal compounds (NCA,NMC, LFP, LCO) N/A N/A 15-30
Organic Electrolyte N/A N/A 10-20
Carbon, as Graphite 7440-44-0 231-153-3 10-25
Copper 7440-50-8 231-159-6 1-30
Aluminium 7429-90-5 231-072-3 1-20
Stainless, Nickel and inert material N/A N/A remainder
* Quantities may vary a little with cell model
3.2 At module and battery system level
Depending on the type of battery system, the battery may contain either a glycol ethylene based coolant or a refrigerated
coolant.