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PRODUCT SAFETY DATA SHEET
Product Name: Lithium-Ion Battery Packs
Page 1 of 4 Revision 1.4 Printed 7/6/2009
* * * Section 1 - Product and Company Identification * * *
Manufacturer Information
Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. Phone: [phone] (International [phone])
701 East Joppa Road
Towson, MD 21286
Catalog Numbers: DEWALT DC9140 (14.4 Volt)
DEWALT DC9144 (14.4 Volt)
DEWALT DC9180 (18 Volt)
DEWALT DC9181 (18 Volt)
DEWALT DC9280 (28 Volt)
DEWALT DC9360 (36 Volt)
Black & Decker A1518L (18 Volt, 1.5 A-Hr)
Black & Decker A1118L (18 Volt, 1.1 A-Hr)
Black & Decker A1114L (14.4 Volt, 1.1 A-Hr)
Black & Decker VPX0111 (7 Volt, 1.1 A-Hr)
Porter-Cable PC18BL (18 Volt, 1.1 A-Hr)
Porter-Cable PC18BLX (18 Volt, 1.3 A-Hr)
Porter Cable PC18BLEX (18 Volt, 2.6 A-Hr)
Notes: 1. A suffix following Catalog Number (i.e., “-XJ”) may be used to designate end market.
2. Batteries may be shipped in kits with the products they are intended to power.
* * * Section 2 - Hazards Identification * * *
Emergency Overview
Not considered dangerous as manufactured. If battery is damaged, exposure to product components may
cause eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation. Combustion products from a fire involving batteries may be
harmful.
Potential Health Effects: Eyes
None anticipated under normal product use and handling conditions. If battery is damaged, exposure may
cause severe irritation or burns.
Potential Health Effects: Skin
None anticipated under normal product use and handling conditions. If battery is damaged, exposure may
cause severe irritation or burns.
Potential Health Effects: Ingestion
Not considered a likely route of exposure under normal product use and handling conditions. Ingestion of
material from a damaged battery may cause serious burns to mouth, esophagus, and gastrointestinal tract.
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation
None anticipated under normal product use and handling conditions. If battery is damaged, exposure to
vapors or mist may cause respiratory irritation.
HMIS Ratings: Health: 0 Fire: 0 HMIS Reactivity: 0
Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe * = Chronic hazard
* * * Section 3 - Composition / Information on Ingredients * * *
This battery is an article as defined by 29 CFR 1910.1200 and is not a controlled product under WHMIS. Exposure
to hazardous ingredients is not anticipated under normal product use.
* * * Section 4 - First Aid Measures * * *
First Aid: Eyes
Flush eyes with lukewarm water for at least 30 minutes while holding the eyelids open. Seek immediate
medical care.
First Aid: Skin
Remove contaminated clothing, shoes and leather goods. Flush with water for at least 30 minutes. Seek
medical attention if symptoms persist.