MSDS

GMEL # 2510.1
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Notify safety personnel of large spills. Irritating and flammable vapors may be released from leaking or
ruptured batteries. Eliminate all ignition sources. Evacuate the area and allow the vapors to dissipate.
Clean-up personnel should wear appropriate protective clothing to avoid eye and skin contact and
inhalation of vapors or fumes. Increase ventilation. Carefully collect batteries and place in an appropriate
container for disposal. Remove spilled liquid with absorbent and contain for disposal.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Avoid mechanical or electrical abuse. DO NOT short circuit or install incorrectly. Batteries may explode
pyrolize or vent if disassembled, crushed, recharged or exposed to high temperatures. Install batteries in
accordance with equipment instructions. Replace all batteries in equipment at the same time. Do not carry
batteries loose in a pocket or bag.
Storage: Store batteries in a dry place at normal room temperature.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
The following occupational exposure limits are provided for informational purposes. No exposure to the
battery components should occur during normal consumer use.
Chemical Name Exposure Limits
Iron Disulfide 5 mg/m3 (respirable), 15 mg/m3 (total dust) TWA
OSHA PEL (as particulates not otherwise specified)
1,3-Dioxolane 20 ppm TWA ACGIH TLV, 100 ppm skin DFG
MAK
Lithium None Established
Lithium bis-Trifluoromethanesulfonimide
(LiTFSI)
None Established
Sulfolane None Established
Ventilation: No special ventilation is needed for normal use.
Respiratory Protection: None required for normal use.
Skin Protection: None required for normal use. Use butyl rubber gloves when handling leaking batteries.
Eye Protection: None required for normal use. Wear safety goggles when handling leaking batteries.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance and Odor: Small cylindrical batteries. Contents dark in color.
Specific Gravity: Not applicable Boiling Point: Not applicable
Water Solubility: Insoluble Melting Point: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable Flash Point: 35°F (2°C) (1,3-Dioxolane)
Vapor Density: Not applicable Autoignition Point: Not applicable
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: This product is stable.