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LITHIUM ION BATTERY
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
MANUFACTURER'S NAME: CONCORDE BATTERY CORPORATION EMERGENCY TELEPHONE #: CHEMTEL 800-255-3924
ADDRESS: 2009 San Bernardino Rd., West Covina, CA 91790 OTHER INFORMATION CALLS: 626-813-1234
PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR PREPARATION: Gonzalo Ramos, Safety, Health & Environmental Preparation
Affairs Manager Date: February 5, 2007
SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
As a solid, manufactured article, exposure to hazardous ingredients is not expected with normal use.
This battery is an article pursuant to 29 CFR 1910.1200 and, as such, is not subject to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
requirement. The information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet contains valuable information critical to the safe handling and
proper use of the product. This MSDS should be retained and available for employees and other users of this product.
COMMON NAME: (Used on label) Lithium Ion Battery
SECTION 3 - HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Preparation Not dangerous with normal use. The battery should not be opened or burned. Exposure to the ingredients contained
Hazards and within or their combustion products could be harmful.
Classification
Appearance, Color, Solid object with no odor
and Odor
Primary Route(s) These chemicals are contained in a sealed enclosure. Risk of exposure occurs only if the cell is mechanically,
of Exposure thermally or electrically abused to the point of compromising the enclosure. If this occurs, exposure to the electrolyte
solution contained within can occur by Inhalation, Ingestion, Eye contact and Skin contact
Potential Health ACUTE (short term): see Section 8 for exposure controls
Effects: In the event that this battery has been ruptured, the electrolyte solution contained within the battery would be
corrosive and can cause burns.
Inhalation: Inhalation of materials from a sealed battery is not an expected route of exposure. Vapors or mists from a
ruptured 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 can cause serious chemical burns of mouth, esophagus, and gastrointestinal tract.
Skin: Contact between the battery and skin will not cause any harm. Skin contact with contents of an open battery
can cause severe irritation or burns to the skin.
Eye: Contact between the battery and the eye will not cause any harm. Eye contact with contents of an open battery
can cause severe irritation or burns to the eye.
CHRONIC (long term): see Section 11 for additional toxicological data
Medical Conditions Not applicable
Aggravated by
Exposure
SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation If contents of an opened battery are inhaled, remove source of contamination or move victim to fresh air. Obtain medical
advice.
If eye contact with contents of an open battery occurs, immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently
Eyes
flowing water for at least 30 minutes while holding the eyelids open. Neutral saline solution may be used as soon as it is
available. If necessary, continue flushing during transport to emergency care facility. Take care not to rinse contaminated
water into the unaffected eye or onto face. Quickly transport victim to an emergency care facility.
If skin contact with contents of an open battery occurs, as quickly as possible remove contaminated clothing, shoes and
Skin
leather goods. Immediately flush with lukewarm, gently flowing water for at least 30 minutes. If irritation or pain persists,
seek medical attention. Completely decontaminate clothing, shoes and leather goods before reuse or discard.
If ingestion of contents of an open battery occurs, NEVER give anything by mouth if victim is rapidly losing consciousness,
Ingestion
or is unconscious or convulsing. Have victim rinse mouth thoroughly with water. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Have victim
drink 60 to 240 mL (2-8 oz.) of water. If vomiting occurs naturally, have victim lean forward to reduce risk of aspiration.
Have victim rinse mouth with water again. Quickly transport victim to an emergency care facility.
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SECTION 5 - FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable In the event that this battery has been ruptured, the electrolyte solution contain within the battery would
Properties be flammable. Like any sealed container, battery cells may rupture when exposed to excessive heat;
this could result in the release of flammable or corrosive materials.
Suitable extinguishing Media Use water or other extinguishing media appropriate for the surround fire.
Unsuitable extinguishing Media Not available
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: This may result in rupture in extreme cases
Explosion Data
Sensitivity to Static Discharge: Not Applicable
Specific Hazards arising from Fires involving lithium batteries can be controlled with water. When water is used, however, hydrogen gas
the chemical may evolve. In a confined space, hydrogen gas can form an explosive mixture. In this situation,
smothering agents are recommended to extinguish the fire
As for any fire, evacuate the area and fight the fire from a safe distance. Wear a pressure-demand, self-
Protective Equipment and
contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear. Fight fire from a protected location or a safe
precautions for firefighters
distance.
NFPA Health: 0
Flammability: 0
Instability: 0
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions Restrict access to area until completion of clean-up. Do not touch the spilled material. Wear
adequate personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Environmental Precautions Prevent material from contaminating soil and from entering sewers or waterways.
Methods for Containment Stop the leak if safe to do so. Contain the spilled liquid with dry sand or earth. Clean up spills
immediately.
Methods for Clean-up
Absorb spilled material with an inert absorbent (dry sand or earth). Scoop contaminated absorbent into
an acceptable waste container. Collect all contaminated absorbent and dispose of according to
directions in Section 13. Scrub the area with detergent and water; collect all contaminated wash water
for proper disposal.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Do not open, dissemble, crush or burn battery. Do not expose battery to extreme heat or fire.
Store battery in a dry location. Keep at room temperature. Elevated temperature can result in shortened
Storage
battery life. Keep out of reach of children.
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls Use local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to control sources of dust, mist, fumes and
vapor.
Personal Protective Respiratory Protection: Not necessary under normal conditions
Equipment Skin Protection: Not necessary under normal conditions. Wear neoprene or natural
rubber gloves if handling an open or leaking battery.
Eye Protection: Not necessary under normal conditions. Wear safety glasses if handling
an open or leaking battery.
Other Protective Equipment Have a safety shower and eye wash fountain readily available in the immediate work area.
Hygiene Measures Do not eat, drink, or smoke in work area. Maintain good housekeeping.
SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Vapor Pressure:
Physical State Solid Not applicable
(mm Ha @ 20掳C)
Vapor Density:
Appearance Battery Not applicable
(Air = 1)
pH Not applicable Insoluble
Solubility in Water:
Relative Density Water I Oil distribution
Not available Not applicable
(water = 1) coefficient:
Boiling Point Not applicable Odorless
Odor Type:
Melting Point Not applicable Not applicable
Odor Threshold:
Evaporation Rate:
Viscosity Not applicable Not applicable
(n-Butyl Acetate = 1)
Oxidizing Properties Not applicable Not applicable
Auto Ignition Temperature 潞C
Not applicable Not applicable
Flash Point and Method (掳C) Flammability Limits (%)
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable
Conditions to Avoid Avoid exposing the battery to fire or high temperature. Do not disassemble, crush, short or install with
incorrect polarity. Avoid mechanical or electrical abuse.
Incompatible Not Available
Materials
Hazardous Decomposition This material may release toxic fumes if burned or exposed to fire
Products
Possibility of Not Available
Hazardous Reaction
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Irritation Risk of irritation occurs only if the cell is mechanically, thermally or electrically abused to the point of
compromising the enclosure. If this occurs, irritation to the skin, eyes and respiratory tract may occur.
Sensitization Not Available
Neurological Effects Not Available
Teratoaenicitv Not Available
Reproductive Toxicity Not Available
Mutagenicity (Genetic Not Available
Effects)
Toxicologically Not Available
Synergistic Materials
SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Eco-toxicity Not Available
Mobility Not Available
Persistence & Degradability Not Available
Bio-accumulative Not Available
Other Adverse Effects Not Available
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Battery recycling is encouraged. Do NOT dump into any sewers, on the ground or into any body of water.
Method Store material for disposal as indicated in Section 7 Handling and Storage. Dispose in accordance with local,
state and federal laws and regulations.
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Concorde鈥檚 Lithium-ion batteries comply with the UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods; IATA Dangerous Goods
regulations, and applicable U.S. DOT regulations for the safe transport of Lithium-ion batteries. The cells have been tested under
provisions of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, sub-section 38.3 and are classified as non-dangerous goods. Batteries
containing these cells should be transported as Class 9 hazardous material, except for those battery types declared to be exempt (contact
Concorde for a current listing of exempt batteries). The following information is provided for domestic and international transport.
US DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Lithium Batteries
US DOT HAZARD CLASS: 9
US DOT ID NUMBER: UN3090
US DOT PACKING GROUP: II
US DOT LABEL: MISC HAZARD (CLASS 9)
IMO PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Lithium Batteries
IMO UN CLASS: 9
IMO UN NUMBER: UN3090
IMO LABEL: MISC HAZARD (CLASS 9)
IMO VESSEL STOWAGE: A
EMS CODE: F-A, S-I
IATA PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Lithium Batteries
IATA UN CLASS: 9
Class 9 Label
IATA UN NUMBER: UN3090
IATA LABEL: MISC HAZARD (CLASS 9)
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA Status All ingredients in the product are listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA Title III Sec. 302/304: None
Sec. 311/312: None
Sec. 313: None
CERCLA RQ: None
California Prop 65
This product does not contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or
reproductive toxicity.
SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
THE INFORMATION ABOVE IS BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE AND REPRESENTS THE BEST INFORMATION CURRENTLY AVAILABLE TO US. HOWEVER,
CONCORDE MAKES NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO SUCH INFORMATION, AND
WE ASSUME NO LIABILITY RESULTING FROM ITS USE. USERS SHOULD MAKE THEIR OWN INVESTIGATIONS TO DETERMINE THE SUITABILITY OF THE
INFORMATION FOR THEIR PARTICULAR PURPOSES. ALTHOUGH REASONABLE PRECAUTIONS HAVE BEEN TAKEN IN THE PREPARATION OF THE DATA
CONTAINED HEREIN, IT IS OFFERED SOLELY FOR YOUR INFORMATION, CONSIDERATION AND INVESTIGATION. THIS MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR THE SAFE HANDLING AND USE OF THIS PRODUCT; IT DOES NOT AND CANNOT ADVISE ON ALL POSSIBLE SITUATIONS,
THEREFORE, YOUR SPECIFIC USE OF THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE EVALUATED TO DETERMINE IF ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS ARE REQUIRED.
The data/information contained herein has been reviewed and approved for general release on the basis that this document contains no export
controlled information
FORM MSDS REV. 4/25/07
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