Product Information Sheet
HOLLOWICK FX鈩? LITHIUM BATTERIES (FXCR2450)
Product Identification
Product Name: Hollowick Replacement Lithium Batteries for Hollowick FX鈩?
50-Hour LED Tealights (FX50TL)
SKU: FX2450-5
Supplier: Hollowick Inc.,100 Fairgrounds Drive, P.O. Box 305,
Manlius, NY 13104
(315) 682-2163
Emergency Telephone Number: Your local Poison Control Center, or CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300
day or night. Outside the continental United States, call
CHEMTREC at 1-703-527-3887 (collect calls accepted.)
Date Prepared: March 18, 2008
MSDS
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are a sub-requirement of the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR Subpart 1910.1200. This Hazard
Communication Standard does not apply to various subcategories including anything defined by OSHA
as an "article". OSHA has defined "article" as a manufactured item other than a fluid or particle; (i) which
is formed to a specific shape or design during manufacture; (ii) which has end use function(s)
dependent in whole or in part upon its shape or design during end use; and (iii) which under normal
conditions of use does not release more than very small quantities, e.g. minute or trace amounts of a
hazardous chemical, and does not pose a physical hazard or health risk to employees.
Because all of our batteries are defined as "articles", they are exempt from the requirements of the
Hazard Communication Standard; hence a MSDS is not required. This sheet is provided as
a service to our customers.
Product Composition
The following components are found in a Hollowick FX鈩? Manganese Dioxide (CR) Lithium battery:
Coin Cell Components Material Formula CAS #
Positive Electrode Manganese Dioxide MnO2 1313-13-9
Negative Electrode Lithium Li 7439-93-2
Electrolyte Propylene Carbonate-Solvent C4H603 108-32-7
1,2 Dimethoxymethane-Solvent C4H10O2 110-71-4
Lithium Perchlorate-Salt LiCIO4 7791-03-9
Hazard Identification
The lithium batteries described in this Product Information Sheet are hermetically sealed units, which do
not cause hazard when used according to the recommendations of the manufacturer.
Under normal condition of use of the batteries, the electrode materials and the liquid electrolyte they
contained are non-reactive provided the battery integrity is maintained. Risk of exposure exists only in
case of mechanical, electrical or thermal abuse. Thus the batteries should not short circuit, recharge,
puncture, incinerate, rush, immerse in water, force discharge, or expose to temperatures above the
temperature range of the cell or battery. In these cases there is risk of fire or explosion.
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HOLLOWICK FX鈩? LITHIUM BATTERIES (FXCR2450)
Disposal
Lithium batteries are neither specifically listed nor exempted from the Federal Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) hazardous waste regulations as promulgated by the Resource Conservation and
Recovery Act (RCRA). The only metal of possible concern in a lithium battery is lithium that is not a listed
or characteristic toxic hazardous waste. Waste lithium batteries can be considered a reactive
hazardous waste if there is a significant amount of unreacted, or unconsumed lithium remaining in the
spent battery. The key to disposing of a lithium battery as a non-hazardous waste is to guarantee that it
is fully or mostly discharged. Once it is discharged it can be disposed of as non-hazardous waste. You
can dispose of a fully charged or partially discharged lithium battery as a hazardous waste after they
are first neutralized through an approved secondary treatment. The need for a secondary treatment
prior to disposal is a requirement of the U.S. Land Ban Restrictions of the Hazardous and Solid Waste
Amendments of 1984. A secondary treatment center can only receive these batteries as manifested
hazardous waste. The waste code for charged lithium batteries is D003, reactive. In either case, button
cell batteries contain so little lithium that they never qualify as a reactive hazardous waste. These
batteries are safe for disposal in the normal municipal waste stream. Disposal of large quantities of
undischarged lithium batteries should be performed by permitted, professional disposal firms
knowledgeable in Federal, State and local hazardous materials and hazardous waste transportation
and disposal requirements. As always, households are exempt from the RCRA hazardous waste
guidelines.
DO NOT INCINERATE or subject battery cells to temperatures in excess of 212掳F. Such treatment can
cause cell rupture.
In California, packages that contain CR lithium coin cells and the Owners/Operating Instructions of
products that contain CR lithium coin cells must include the following statement: "Perchlorate Material -
special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate". The effective date
for this Perchlorate label is July 1, 2006 for non-consumer products and January 1, 2007 for consumer
products.
Spill or Leakage Procedures
PROCEDURE TO CLEAN UP SPILLS AND LEAKS: The material contained within the battery would only be
released under abusive conditions. The event of battery rapture and leakage: contain the spill while
wearing proper protective clothing and ventilate the area. Than, cover with sodium carbonate
(Na2CO3) or 1:1 mixture of soda ash and slaked slime. Keep away from water, rain, and snow. Placed in
approved container (after cooling if necessary) and disposed according to the local regulations.
NEUTRALIZING AGENT: Sodium carbonate (Na2CO3) or 1:1 mixture of soda ash and slaked slime.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Product decomposed by water must be neutralized. May be added to waste
water in sufficiently diluted form.
PRECAUTIONS IN HANDLING AND STORING: Avoid short-circuiting, overcharging and heating to high
temperatures. Store the batteries in dry and cool area and keep container dry and tightly closed in well-
ventilated area. Store away from food and drink.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Never attempt to disassemble, machine, or otherwise modify batteries or injury
may result.
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HOLLOWICK FX鈩? LITHIUM BATTERIES (FXCR2450)
Transportation
All Hollowick FX鈩? lithium batteries when transported by ground are not subject to the requirements of
the Department of Transportation (DOT) Subchapter C, Hazardous Materials Regulations because each
of our batteries meet the exceptions under 173.185 (b).
All Hollowick FX鈩? lithium batteries are exempt from the DOT Hazardous Materials Subchapter as long as
they are separated to prevent short circuits and packed in strong packing for conditions normally
encountered in transportation.
Effective January 1, 2003, all Hollowick FX鈩? lithium batteries are regulated as a Hazardous Material by
the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA)
if you transport more than 24 cells or 12 batteries in a single package. These must be transported in
accordance with the requirements of Special Provision "A45".
Effective January 1, 2004, all Hollowick FX鈩? lithium batteries will be regulated as a Hazardous Material
by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) if you transport more than 24 cell or 12 batteries in a
single package. These will have to be transported in accordance with the requirements of Special
Provisions 188 and 230.
If you build any of our lithium cells into a battery pack, you must also assure that they are tested in
accordance with the UN Model Regulations, Manual of Test and Criteria. Part Ill, subsection 38.3.
Effective December 29, 2004, the DOT requires that the outside of each package that contains primary
lithium batteries, regardless of size or number of batteries, be labeled 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 and 6 mm (0.25 in) in height for packages weighting
less than 30 Kg.
General Recommendations
CAUTION: Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not recharge, crush, heat above 212掳F (100掳C) or
incinerate.
Fire Safety
In case of fire, you can use a Class "D" fire extinguisher or other smothering agent such as Lith-X, copper
powder or dry sand. If you use water, use enough to smother the fire. Using an insufficient amount of
water will only make the fire worse. Cooling the exterior of the batteries will help prevent rupturing.
Burning of these batteries will generate toxic and corrosive lithium hydroxide fumes. Fire fighters should
use self-contained breathing apparatus.
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HOLLOWICK FX鈩? LITHIUM BATTERIES (FXCR2450)
First Aid
NOTE: The routine handling and use of intact, non-damaged batteries is not expected to result in
situations that require first-aid measures. If battery is damaged due to opening, cutting, crushing,
overheating, improper installation, exposure to fire or high temperatures, or recharging, battery contents
may be released.
EYE CONTACT: In case of contact with battery contents (liquid or metal), flush with plenty of water for a
minimum of 15 minutes. If pain, irritation or redness persists after flushing, seek medical attention
immediately.
SKIN CONTACT: In case of contact with battery contents (liquid or metal), immediately remove metal
fragments and flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing
and shoes. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Destroy or thoroughly clean contaminated
shoes. If skin irritation persists seek medical attention immediately.
INHALATION: If vapors or fumes from vented or leaking battery are irritating to respiratory tract, move to
fresh air. Treat symptomatically. Seek medical attention immediately.
INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Seek medical attention or poison control center immediately for
any actual or suspected ingestion. All batteries may be harmful if swallowed. Batteries may lodge in the
throat or digestive tract and fragment. If battery was leaking or was chewed, rinse mouth thoroughly
with water.
The information and recommendations contained herein are to the best of Hollowick's knowledge and
belief, accurate and reliable as of the date issued. Hollowick does not warrant or guarantee their
accuracy or reliability, and Hollowick shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising out of the use
thereof. The information and recommendations are offered for the user's consideration and
examination, and it is the user's responsibility to satisfy itself that they are suitable and complete for their
particular use.
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