MSDS

GMEL # 2510.1
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content of cells contained in this document is less than 1 gram. The lithium content of batteries contained
in this document is less than 2 grams)
DURACELL certifies that all of its lithium batteries meet the requirements of the UN Manual of Tests
and Criteria, Part III subsection 38.3. If you assemble these batteries into larger battery packs, it is
recommended that you perform the UN Tests to ensure the requirements are met prior to shipment. Cells
and batteries are to be separated so as to prevent short circuits and packed in strong packaging, except
when installed in equipment. Except when installed in equipment, each package containing more than 24
cells or 12 batteries must be marked indicating that it contains lithium batteries and that special
procedures should be following in the event that the packaging is damaged. In addition, each shipment
must be accompanied by appropriate documentation and the package must be capable of withstanding the
drop test requirements.
Shipping packages containing non-rechargeable lithium batteries must be labeled, regardless of size or
number of batteries, with the following statement: “PRIMARY LITHIUM BATTERIES – FORBIDDEN
FOR TRANSPORT ABOARD PASSENGER AIRCRAFT.” The labeling requirement covers shipments
via highway, rail, vessel or cargo-only aircraft and covers all shipments inside, into or out of the US. The
label must be in contrasting color and the letters must be 12 mm (0.5 in) in height for packages weighing
more than 30 kg (66 lbs) and 6 mm (0.24 in) in height for packages less than 30 kg (66 lbs).
Except for personal use, the shipment of lithium batteries aboard passenger aircraft is no longer allowed.
Airline passengers may continue to have non-rechargeable lithium batteries for their equipment and a
reasonable amount of spare non-rechargeable lithium batteries for their equipment in their carry-on
luggage – not in their checked baggage. For more information, air travelers should consult the US
Department of Transportation (DOT) Safety Travel web site at http://safetravel.dot.gov
Effective January 1, 2009, new ICAO regulations for air cargo shipments require a reduced package size
quantity and the use of two new labels. The maximum quantity a single master carton must not exceed 2.5 Kg.
The new caution label requires the proper UN for the batteries being shipped and a telephone number for
information. In the case of primary lithium metal batteries, the UN number is UN3090. The package must also
bear a new ‘cargo aircraft only’ label.
At this time, IMO and ADR continue to follow Special Provision 188 from the UN Model Regulations.
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
United States
OSHA Status: While the finished product(s) is considered an article and not covered by the OSHA
Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200, this MSDS contains valuable information critical
to the safe handling and proper use of the product".
EPA TSCA Status: All intentionally-added components of this product are listed on the US TSCA
Inventory.
SARA 313/302/304/311/312 chemicals: None
California: This product has been evaluated and does not require warning labeling under California
Proposition 65.