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PRODUCT SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT NAME: EVEREADY Battery Type No.: Volts:
TRADE NAME: CLASSIC; SUPER HEAVY DUTY; INDUSTRIAL;
Approximate Weight:
HERCULES
CHEMICAL SYSTEM: Carbon-Zinc Designed for Recharge: No
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SECTION I - MANUFACTURER INFORMATION
Eveready Battery Company, Inc. Telephone Number for Information
25225 Detroit Road (440)-835-7368
Westlake, OH 44145 (800) 383-7323 (USA)
Date Prepared: October 17, 2001
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SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
IMPORTANT NOTE: The battery should not be opened or burned. Exposure to the ingredients contained within
or their combustion products could be harmful.
MATERIAL OR INGREDIENT PEL (OSHA) TLV (ACGIH) %/wt.
Acetylene Black 3-7
3.5 mg/m3 TWA 3.5 mg/m3 TWA
(CAS# 1333-86-4) (as carbon black) (as carbon black)
Ammonium Chloride None established 0-10
10 mg/m3 TWA (fume)
(CAS# 12125-02-9)
20 mg/m3 STEL (fume)
Manganese Dioxide 15-31
5 mg/m3 CEILING (as Mn) 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (as Mn)
(CAS# 1313-13-9)
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MATERIAL OR INGREDIENT PEL (OSHA) TLV (ACGIH) %/wt.
Zinc 7-42
15 mg/m3 TWA (total dust 10 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable
(CAS# 7440-66-6) as particulates not particulate)
otherwise regulated) 3 mg/m3 TWA (respirable
5 mg/m3 TWA (respirable particulate)
fraction as particulates not
otherwise regulated)
Zinc Chloride 2-10
1 mg/m3 TWA (fume) 1 mg/m3 TWA (fume)
(CAS# 7646-85-7)
2 mg/m3 STEL (fume)
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SECTION III - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
In case of fire, it is permissible to use any class of extinguishing medium on these batteries or their packing
material. Cool exterior of batteries if exposed to fire to prevent rupture.
Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
SECTION IV - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Under normal conditions of use, the battery is hermetically sealed.
Ingestion: Swallowing a battery can be harmful.
Contents of an open battery can cause serious chemical burns of mouth, esophagus,
and gastrointestinal tract.
If battery or open battery is ingested, do not induce vomiting or give food or drink.
Seek medical attention immediately. CALL NATIONAL BATTERY INGESTION
HOTLINE for advice and follow-up (202-625-3333) collect, day or night.
Inhalation: Contents of an open battery can cause respiratory irritation. Provide fresh
air and seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: Contents of an open battery can cause skin irritation and/or chemical
burns. Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water. If a
chemical burn occurs or irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Eye Contact: Contents of an open battery can cause severe irritation and chemical
burns. Immediately flush eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting
upper and lower lids, until no evidence of the chemical remains. Seek medical
attention.
Note: Acetylene Black is listed as a possible carcinogen by International Agency for
Research on Cancer (IARC.)
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SECTION V - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Storage: Store in a cool, well ventilated area. Elevated temperatures can result in shortened
battery life.
Mechanical Containment: If potting or sealing the battery in an airtight or watertight
container is required, consult your Eveready Battery Company representative for
precautionary suggestions. Batteries normally evolve hydrogen which, when combined
with oxygen from the air, can produce a combustible or explosive mixture unless
vented. If such a mixture is present, short circuits, high temperature, or static sparks
can cause an ignition.
Do not obstruct safety release vents on batteries. Encapsulation (potting) of batteries
will not allow cell venting and can cause high pressure rupture.
Handling: Accidental short circuit for a few seconds will not seriously affect the
battery. Prolonged short circuits will cause the battery to lose energy, and can cause
the safety release vent to open. Sources of short circuits include jumbled batteries in
bulk containers, metal jewelry, metal covered tables or metal belts used for assembly
of batteries in devices.
If soldering or welding to the battery is required, consult your Eveready Battery
Company representative for proper precautions to prevent seal damage or short
circuit.
Charging: This battery is manufactured in a charged state. It is not designed for
recharging. Recharging can cause battery leakage or, in some cases, high pressure
rupture. Inadvertent charging can occur if a battery is installed backwards.
Labeling: If the Eveready label or package warnings are not visible, it is important to
provide a package and/or device label stating:
WARNING: DO NOT DISPOSE OF IN FIRE, RECHARGE, PUT IN
BACKWARDS, MIX WITH USED OR OTHER BATTERY TYPES - MAY
EXPLODE OR LEAK AND CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.
Where accidental ingestion of small batteries is possible, the label should state:
WARNING: (1) KEEP AWAY FROM SMALL CHILDREN. IF
SWALLOWED, PROMPTLY SEE DOCTOR: HAVE DOCTOR PHONE
(202) 625-3333 COLLECT. (2) DO NOT DISPOSE OF IN FIRE,
RECHARGE, PUT IN BACKWARDS, MIX WITH USED OR OTHER
BATTERY TYPES - MAY EXPLODE OR LEAK AND CAUSE
PERSONAL INJURY.
Disposal: Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local
regulations. Appropriate disposal technologies include incineration and landfilling.
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SECTION VI - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
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Ventilation Requirements: Not necessary under normal conditions.
Respiratory Protection: Not necessary under normal conditions.
Eye Protection: Not necessary under normal conditions. Wear safety glasses with
side shields if handling an open or leaking battery.
Gloves: Not necessary under normal conditions. Use neoprene or natural rubber
gloves if handling an open or leaking battery.
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SECTION VII - REGULATORY INFORMATION
The transportation of dry cell batteries manufactured or sold by Eveready Battery Company is not regulated by
the U.S. Department of Transportation or the major international regulatory bodies.
SARA/TITLE III - As an article, this battery and its contents are not subject to the requirements of the Emergency
Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act.
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