Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

2.0 Hazards Identification
The product should not present a health hazard when used under reasonable conditions and in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions with adherence to local rules and regulations. The lithium-ion battery is designed with one of the safest available
current lithium-ion technologies – Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) [aka LFP]. That said: Lithium-ion batteries contain:
 Battery electrolyte and may become flammable, can vent, ignite, and produce sparks when subjected to: a) High temperature
(>150°C/302°F), b) Damage or abuse (e.g., mechanical damage or electrical overcharging); and may burn rapidly with a
flare- burning effect. Burning batteries can ignite other batteries in close proximity. Fire will produce irritating, corrosive,
and/or toxic gases. Burning batteries may produce toxic hydrogen fluoride gas. Fumes may cause dizziness or suffocation.
Vacate the area if this occurs and seek medical attention.
 Battery electrolyte if contacted, may be irritating to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Follow the recommendations in
Section 4 below.
Do not dismantle, open, or shred battery cells. Exposure to the ingredients contained within could be harmful. If the battery is discarded
into the environment, the harmful contents may be dangerous. Dispose according to local recycling rules and regulations for lithium-ion
batteries.
For shipping purposes, these Lithium-ion batteries are considered Dangerous Goods and classified Class 9, so when shipped shall
be marked (refer to Transport section below) and follow all applicable regulatory requirements accordingly.
2.1 Primary routes of exposure
These chemicals are contained in sealed battery cells, inside a sealed container (battery case). Risk of exposure can occur if the
battery is mechanically, thermally and/or electrically abused. If this occurs, exposure to the electrolyte solution contained within the
battery case can occur by inhalation, ingestion, skin, and eye contact. The battery includes a safety valve which may vent small
amounts of toxic vapors when the battery internal pressure is too high, e.g., as a result of overcharging or high temperature.
2.2 Potential Health Effects
Eye
Contact between the battery and the eye is not an expected route of exposure. Eye contact with contents of an open
battery can cause severe irritation or burns to the eye.
Skin
Contact between the battery and skin is not an expected route of exposure. Skin contact with contents of an open
battery can cause severe irritation or burns to the skin.
Inhalation Inhalation of materials from a sealed battery is not an expected route of exposure. Vapors or mists from a ruptured or
venting battery may cause respiratory irritation.
Ingestion
Swallowing of materials from a sealed battery is not an expected route of exposure. Swallowing the contents of an
open battery case can cause serious chemical burns of mouth, esophagus, and gastrointestinal tract.
Other hazards No information available
3.0 Composition/Information on Ingredients
The rechargeable lithium-ion battery is a mixture of the following ingredients:
Chemical Name
Composition
(in % by weight)
CAS Number
Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO
4
)
38.1
15365-14-7
Lithium hexafluorophosphate (LiPF
6
) 20.3 21324-40-3
Graphite(C)
18.1
7782-42-5
Copper (Cu) 11.4 7440-50-8
Aluminum (Al)
7.6 7429-90-5
Polypropylene
(C
3
H
6
)
n
(plastic)
4.5
9002-88-4
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