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Alkaline Batteries
10/17/03
The information contained within is provided for your information only. This battery is an article pursuant to 29 CFR 1910.1200 and, as such, is
not subject to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard requirement for preparation of a material safety data sheet. The information and
recommendations set forth herein are made in good faith and are believed to be accurate as of the date of preparation. However, EVEREADY
BATTERY COMPANY, INC., MAKES NO WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THIS INFORMATION
AND DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FROM RELIANCE ON IT.
PRODUCT SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT NAME: EVEREADY Battery
Type No.: Volts:
TRADE NAMES: ENERGIZER, ENERGIZER e², INDUSTRIAL ZMA; HERCULES
Approximate Weight:
CHEMICAL SYSTEM: Alkaline Manganese Dioxide-Zinc
Designed for Recharge: No
SECTION I - MANUFACTURER INFORMATION
Eveready Battery Company, Inc. Telephone Numbers for Information:
25225 Detroit Road
Westlake, OH 44145
[phone]
[phone] (USA)
Date Prepared: October 17, 2003
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) for advice and follow-up, day or night.
Inhalation: Contents of an open battery can cause respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air and seek medical
attention.
Skin Contact: Contents of an open battery can cause skin irritation and/or chemical burns. Remove
contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water. If a chemical burn occurs or if irritation persists, seek
medical attention.
 2003 EVEREADY BATTERY COMPANY, INC.