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has proposed listing cadmium as an A2 carcinogen.
Other Effects of Repeated (Chronic) Exposure:
Repeated overexposures to cadmium may result in lung cancer; lung, kidney, and liver
dysfunction; skeletal disease (e.g., osteoporosis) and reproductive toxicity. Chronic
overexposure to nickel may result in cancer; dermal contact may result in dermatitis
in sensitive individuals.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure:
A knowledge of the available toxicology information and of the physical and chemical
properties of the material suggests that overexposure in unlively to aggravate existing
medical conditions.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Swallowing:
Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
Skin:
If the internal cell materials of an opened battery cell comes into contact with the skin,
immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes.
Inhalation:
If potential for exposure to cadmium or nickel fumes or dusts occurs, remove immediately
to fresh air and seek medical attention.
Eyes:
If the contents from an opened battery comes into contact with the eyes, immediately flush
eyes with water continuously for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
Section 6 —Health Hazard Data
The batteries are stable under normal operating conditions.
Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
Hazardous decomposition products: oxides of cadmium and nickel.
Conditions to avoid: heat, open, flames, sparks, and moisture.
Potential incompatibilities (i.e., materials to avoid contact with): The battery cells are encased in a
non-reactive container; however, if the container is breached, avoid contact of internal battery
components with acids, aldehydes, and carbamate compounds.
Section 7—Spill and Leak Procedures
Spill and leaks are unlikely because cells are contained in an hermetically-sealed case. If the
battery case is breached, don protective clothing that is impervious to caustic materials and absorb
or pack spill residues in inert material. Dispose of as a hazardous waste in accordance with
applicable state and federal regulations. Resultant spill residues may be characterized as D002