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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
NAME: DURACELL LITHIUM ION RECHARGEABLE CELLS
CAS NO: 3
Effective Date: Rev:
Not applicable 04/29/03
A. 鈥? IDENTIFICATION
Mixture
Formula: Mixture
%
NA
Molecular Weight:
30-40
Lithium Cobalt Oxide (12190-79-3)
Synonyms:
20-25
Mesophase Carbon Microbeads (7440-44-0) Lithium Ion Cell for Packs:
10-15
Copper (7440-50-8) DR2, DR3, DR4, DR5, DRC1L, DRC412,
5-10
Ethylene Carbonate (96-49-1) DRC511, DRC522, DRC915, DRF60, DRF80 ,
5-10
Dimethyl Carbonate (616-38-6) DRJ107, DRJ416, DRJ514, DRNEL1, DRP120,
1-5
Aluminum (7429-90-5) DRP220, DRS11, DRS750, DRSC10, DRSM50,
1-5
Lithium Hexafluorophosphate (21324-40-3) DRSM70, DRSM90, DRV441
1-5
Acetylene Black (1333-86-4)
B. 鈥? PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point Melting Point Freezing Point
掳F 掳C 掳F 掳C 掳F 掳C
NA NA NA NA NA NA
Specific Gravity (H2O=1) Vapor Density (air=1) Vapor Pressure @ 掳F
NA NA NA mm Hg
Evaporation Saturation in Air Autoignition Temperature
( =1) (by volume@ 掳F) 掳F 掳C
Ether
NA NA NA
% Volatiles Solubility in Water
NA NA NA
pH
Appearance/Color Battery pack with cylindrical batteries. Contents dark in color.
Flash Point
(Dimethyl Carbonate - approximately 8% of contents) 64.4 掳F, 18.0 掳C (Closed Cup)
Test Method(s)
Flammable Limits in Air
(% by volume) % %
NA NA
Lower Upper
C. 鈥? REACTIVITY
Stability stable unstable Polymerization May occur will not occur
X X
Conditions to Avoid Conditions to Avoid
Do not heat, crush, disassemble or short circuit. Not applicable
Incompatible Materials Hazardous Decomposition Products
Contents incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Thermal degradation may produce hazardous oxides
of carbon and phosphorous; hydrofluoric acid and
other toxic by-products.
* IF MULTIPLE INGREDIENTS, INCLUDE CAS NUMBERS FOR EACH NA=NOT AVAILABLE
Footnotes
Not applicable
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D. 鈥? HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Occupational Exposure Limits PEL鈥檚, TLV鈥檚, etc.)
8-Hour TWAs: Lithium Cobalt Oxide as (Co) (Dusts and fumes) - 0.1 mg/m3 (OSHA); 0.02 mg/m3 (ACGIH)
Copper (Dusts and Mists)- 1.0 mg/m3 (OSHA/ACGIH);
(Fume) - 0.1(OSHA); 0.2 mg/m3(ACGIH)
Aluminum (Dust) - 15.0 mg/m3 (OSHA); 10.0 mg/m3 (ACGIH)
Carbon Black - 3.5 mg/m3 (OSHA/ACGIH)
These levels are not anticipated under normal consumer use conditions.
Warning Signals
Not applicable
Routes/Effects of Exposure
These chemicals and metals are contained in a sealed can. For consumer use, adequate hazard warnings are
included on both the package and on the battery. Potential for exposure should not exist unless the battery
leaks, is exposed to high temperatures or is mechanically, physically, or electrically abused.
1. Inhalation Not anticipated. Respiratory (and eye) irritation may occur if fumes are released due to heat or
an abundance of leaking batteries.
2. Ingestion Irritation to the internal/external mouth area.
3. Skin a. Contact
Irritation may occur following exposure to a leaking battery.
b. Absorption
Not anticipated.
4. Eye Contact Irritation may occur following exposure to a leaking battery.
5. Other Not applicable
E. 鈥? ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
1. Applicable Regulations All ingredients listed in TSCA inventory.
2. DOT Hazard Class - Not applicable
3. DOT Shipping Name - Not applicable
While lithium batteries are regulated by IATA and ICAO, the type of lithium batteries offered for sale
by DURACELL are considered non-hazardous per provision A45 of the IATA Dangerous Goods
Regulations and provision A45 of the ICAO Technical Instructions For The Safe Transport Of
Dangerous Goods By Air. Per section A45 of the IATA and ICAO regulations, properly marked,
labeled and packaged DURACELL consumer lithium batteries, which are of the solid cathode type,
with less than 1g lithium per cell and less than 2g lithium per battery, are exempt from further
regulation. When these batteries are separated to prevent short circuits and properly packaged in
strong packaging (except when installed in electronic devices), they are acceptable for air transport as
airfreight without any other restrictions. In addition, when installed in equipment or when no more
than 24 cells or 12 batteries meeting the A45 provision are shipped, they are not subject to special
packaging, marking, labeling or shipping documentation requirements. Thus, these batteries are not
considered hazardous under the current regulations and are acceptable for air transport.
Environmental Effects
These batteries pass the U. S. EPA's Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure and therefore, may be
disposed of with normal waste.
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F. 鈥? EXPOSURE CONTROL METHODS
Engineering Controls
General ventilation under normal use conditions.
Eye Protection
None under normal use conditions. Wear safety glasses when handling leaking batteries.
Skin Protection
None under normal use conditions. Use butyl gloves when handling leaking batteries.
Respiratory Protection
None under normal use conditions.
Other
Keep batteries away from small children.
G. 鈥? WORK PRACTICES
Handling and Storage
Store at room temperature. Avoid mechanical or electrical abuse. DO NOT short or install incorrectly.
Batteries may explode, pyrolize or vent if disassembled, crushed 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 pocket or bag.
Normal Clean Up
Not applicable
Waste Disposal Methods
The Duracell Rechargeable Recycling Program should be utilized to recycle the battery packs. See battery
pack or instructions for a phone number to access the recycling program. Discharged batteries may be
disposed of with normal household trash.
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H. 鈥? EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Steps to be taken if material is released to the environment or spilled in the work area
Notify safety personnel of large spills. Irritating vapors may be released from leaking or ruptured batteries.
Avoid eye or skin contact and inhalation of vapors. Increase ventilation. Clean-up personnel should wear
appropriate protective gear.
Fire and Explosion Hazard Extinguishing Media
Handle as a flammable liquid. Batteries may burst and release hazardous Dry chemical, alcohol foam, water
decomposition products when exposed to a fire situation. See Sec. C. or carbon dioxide. For incipient
fires, carbon dioxide extinguishers
are more effective than water.
Firefighting Procedures
Use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear. Rapidly cool batteries and adjacent
structures with water.
I. 鈥? FIRST AID AND MEDICAL EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Eyes
Not anticipated. If battery is leaking and material contacts eyes, flush with copious amounts of clear, tepid
water for at least 30 minutes. Contact physician at once.
Skin
Not anticipated. If battery is leaking, irrigate exposed skin with copious amounts of clear, tepid water for at
least 15 minutes. If irritation, injury or pain persists, consult a physician.
Inhalation
Not anticipated. If battery is leaking, contents may be irritating to respiratory passages. Remove to fresh air.
Contact physician if irritation persists.
Ingestion
Not anticipated. Rinse mouth and surrounding area with clear, tepid water for a least 15 minutes. Consult a
physician immediately for treatment and to rule out involvement of the esophagus and other tissue.
Notes to Physician
1) Potential leakage of less than 1 gram of ethylene carbonate, dimethyl carbonate and lithium
hexafluorophosphate.
2) The carbonates are volatile leaving a residue of lithium hexafluorophosphate which is an eye and skin
irritant and caustic material.
3) Under certain misuse conditions and by abusively opening the battery, exposed lithium can react with
water or moisture in the air causing potential thermal burns or fire.
Replaces #1362.2 Revision of product numbers, Section E.
Also valid for discontinued product numbers: DR201; DR202; DR224; DR225; DR250; DR610; DR820 (battery
packs)
The information contained in the Material Safety Data Sheet is based on data considered to be accurate, however, no warranty is
expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of the data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof.
MSDS-5 (2/00) GMEL# 2029.3
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