MSDS

Lead dust should be vacuumed or wet-swept: use controls, which minimize
fugitive emissions; do not use compressed air.
SAFE HANDLING AND STORAGE:
Store batteries in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas with impervious surfaces and
adequate containment in the event of spills. Batteries should also be stored under roof
for protection against adverse weather conditions. Separate from incompatible
materials. Store and handle only in areas with adequate water supply and spill control.
Avoid damage to containers. Keep away from fire, sparks and heat.
PRECAUTION LABELING:
POISON-CAUSE SEVER BURNS
10. TOXOCOLOGICAL INFORMATION
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE
ACUTE:
Lead compounds: Acute untreated overexposure to lead may lead to weakness,
vomiting, loss of appetite, un-coordinated body movements, convulsions, stupor and
possible coma.
CHRONIC:
Lead compounds: Symptoms of toxicity include headache, fatigue, abdominal pain,
loss of appetite, muscular aches and weakness, sleep disturbances and irritability.
11. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ANIMAL TOXICITY:
Oral (pigeon) LD
LO: 160 mg/kg.
AQUATIC TOXICITY:
Toxic to aquatic life, fish, crustaceans.
BIODEGRADABILITY:
The product has no effect on the environment unless in safely divided form.
BIOACCUMULATION:
Lead is taken from the soil by plants and can be concentrated in the food chain.
MOBILITY:
It is relatively mobile in the aquatic environment and can be concentrated by aquatic
organisms.
12. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD:
SPEND BATTERIES:
Send to secondary lead smelter for recycling.