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NiCd Product Safety Data Sheet

PRODUCT NAME: Moltech Power Systems Rechargeable Battery Type No.:

Volts:

TRADE NAME: Nickel Cadmium Battery Approximate Weight:

CHEMICAL SYSTEM: Nickel Cadmium Designed for Recharge:

Yes

SECTION I - MANUFACTURER INFORMATION

Moltech Power Systems, Inc.

12801 NW US Highway 441

Alachua, FL 32615

1 (800) 556-0070

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.

Cadmium

as cadmium metal

(CAS# 7440-43-9)

cadmium oxide

(CAS# 1306-19-0)

cadmium hydroxide

(CAS# 21041-95-2)

5 m g/m3 TWA (as Cd) 0.01 mg/m3 TWA (as Cd)

0.002 mg/m3 TWA (as

Cd respirable fraction)

13-22

Cobalt

as cobalt metal

(CAS# 7440-48-4)

cobalt oxide

(CAS# 1307-96-6)

cobalt hydroxide

(CAS# 21041-93-0)

0.1 mg/m3 TWA (as Co) 0.02 mg/m3 TWA (as Co) 0.5-2

Lithium Hydroxide

(CAS# 1310-65-2)

None established None established 0-4

Nickel

as nickel metal

(CAS# 7440-02-0)

nickel oxide

(CAS# 1313-99-1)

nickel hydroxide

(CAS# 12054-48-7)

1 mg/m3 TWA (as Ni) 1.5 mg/m3 TWA (as

inhalable Ni)

0.2 mg/m3 TWA (as

inhalable Ni, insoluble

compounds)

20-32

Potassium Hydroxide

(CAS# 1310-58-3)

None established 2 mg/m3 Ceiling 0-4

Sodium Hydroxide

(CAS# 1310-73-2)

2 mg/m3 TWA TWA 2 mg/m3 Ceiling 0-4

Summary of content (4 pages)

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NiCd Product Safety Data Sheet PRODUCT NAME: Moltech Power Systems Rechargeable Battery TRADE NAME: Nickel Cadmium Battery CHEMICAL SYSTEM: Nickel Cadmium Type No.: Volts: Approximate Weight: Designed for Recharge: Yes SECTION I - MANUFACTURER INFORMATION Moltech Power Systems, Inc. 12801 NW US Highway 441 Alachua, FL 32615 1 (800) 556-0070 SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS IMPORTANT NOTE: The battery should not be opened or burned.
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SECTION III - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA If fire or explosion occurs when batteries are on charge, shut off power to charger. In case of fire, it is permissible to use any class of extinguishing medium on these batteries or their packing materials. Cool exterior of batteries if exposed to fire to prevent rupture. Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
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cause high cell temperatures which can cause skin burns. Sources of short circuits include jumbled batteries in bulk containers, metal jewelry, and metal covered tables or metal belts used for assembly of batteries into devices. If soldering or welding to the battery is required, use of tabbed batteries is recommended. If this cannot be done, consult your Moltech representative for proper precautions to prevent seal damage or short circuit. Do not open battery.
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The Federal Universal Waste Rule cited at 40 CFR Part 273 governs nickel cadmium battery recycling and may be applicable in your state. SECTION VI - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION Ventilation Requirements: Not necessary under normal conditions. Respiratory Protection: Not necessary under normal conditions. Eye Protection: Not necessary under normal conditions. Wear safety glasses with side shields if handling an open or leaking battery. Gloves: Not necessary under normal conditions.