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4. FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT: NA LOWER (LEL): NA
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR (%): NA UPPER (UEL): NA
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use water, foam or dry powder, as appropriate.
AUTO-IGNITION: NA
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: As with any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus to
avoid inhalation of hazardous decomposition products (See section 2).
SPECIAL FIRE EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Like any sealed container, battery cells may rupture when
exposed to excessive heat; this could result in the release of flammable or corrosive materials.
5. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE (TLV) AND SOURCE: NA
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: None. (In fire or rupture situation see section 2 and section 4)
EMERGENCY FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
Skin and Eyes:
In the event that battery ruptures, flush exposed skin with copious quantities of flowing lukewarm water for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention for eyes. Wash skin with soap and water.
Swallowing: If you or your doctor suspects that a battery has been ingested-for assistance in the US call
the NATIONAL BATTERY INGESTION HOTLINE any time at [phone]: in Canada call 416-
813-5900. F or more information, visit: http://www.nema.org/gov/ehs/committees/drybat/
6. REACTIVITY DATA
STABLE OR UNSTABLE: Stable
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): NA
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: NA
DECOMPOSITION TEMPERATURE (0°F): NA
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will Not Occur
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid electrical shorting.