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PRODUCT SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT NAME: ENERGIZER ACCU Rechargeable Battery Type No.: Volts:
TRADE NAME: Nickel Cadmium Battery Approximate Weight:
CHEMICAL SYSTEM: Nickel-Cadmium Designed for Recharge: Yes
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SECTION I - MANUFACTURER INFORMATION
Manufactured for:
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.
Cadmium 13-22
5 m g/m3 TWA (as Cd) 0.01 mg/m3 TWA (as Cd)
as cadmium metal
(CAS# 7440-43-9)
0.002 mg/m3 TWA (as Cd
respirable fraction)
cadmium oxide
(CAS# 1306-19-0)
cadmium hydroxide
(CAS# 21041-95-2)
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Cobalt 0.5-2
0.1 mg/m3 TWA (as Co) 0.02 mg/m3 TWA (as Co)
as cobalt metal
(CAS# 7440-48-4)
cobalt oxide
(CAS# 1307-96-6)
cobalt hydroxide
(CAS# 21041-93-0)
MATERIAL OR INGREDIENT PEL (OSHA) TLV (ACGIH) %/wt.
Lithium Hydroxide None established None established 0-4
(CAS# 1310-65-2)
Nickel 20-32
1 mg/m3 TWA (as Ni) 1.5 mg/m3 TWA (as
as nickel metal
inhalable Ni)
(CAS# 7440-02-0)
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nickel oxide
(CAS# 1313-99-1)
0.2 mg/m3 TWA (as
nickel hydroxide inhalable Ni, insoluble
(CAS# 12054-48-7) compounds)
Potassium Hydroxide None established 0-4
2 mg/m3 Ceiling
(CAS# 1310-58-3)
Sodium Hydroxide 0-4
2 mg/m3 TWA 2 mg/m3 Ceiling
(CAS# 1310-73-2)
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SECTION III - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
If fire or explosion occurs when batteries are on charge, shut off power to charger.
In case of fire, it is permissible to use any class of extinguishing medium on these batteries or their packing
materials. Cool exterior of batteries if exposed to fire to prevent rupture.
Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Nickel-cadmium batteries involved in a fire can vent
and produce toxic fumes including nickel, nickel oxides, cadmium, cadmium oxides, and cobalt oxides.
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SECTION IV - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
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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. Contents include toxic cadmium and cadmium compounds
which can cause excessive salivation, choking, nausea, persistent vomiting, diarrhea,
abdominal pain, dizziness, faintness, unconsciousness, and possible liver and kidney
injury.
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. Cadmium
oxide fumes can cause metal fume fever. Hypersensitivity to nickel can cause allergic
pulmonary asthma. Provide fresh air and seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: Contents of an open battery can cause skin irritation and/or chemical
burns. Cobalt, cobalt compounds, nickel, and nickel compounds can cause skin
sensitization and an allergic contact dermatitis. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash skin with soap and water. If a chemical burn occurs or if 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: Nickel, nickel compounds, cadmium, cadmium compounds, cobalt, and cobalt
compounds are listed as possible carcinogens by International Agency for Research
on Cancer (IARC) or National Toxicology Program (NTP).
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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. However, this battery is capable of delivering very high short circuit currents.
Prolonged short circuits will cause high cell temperatures which can cause skin burns.
Sources of short circuits include jumbled batteries in bulk containers, metal jewelry,
and metal covered tables or metal belts used for assembly of batteries into devices.
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If soldering or welding to the battery is required, use of tabbed batteries is
recommended. If this cannot be done, consult your Eveready Battery Company
representative for proper precautions to prevent seal damage or short circuit.
Do not open battery. The negative electrode material may be pyrophoric. Should an
individual cell from a battery become disassembled, spontaneous combustion of the
negative electrode is possible. This is much more likely to happen if the electrode is
removed from its metal container. There can be a delay between exposure to air and
spontaneous combustion.
Charging: This battery is made to be charged many times. Because it gradually loses
its charge over a few months, it is good practice to charge battery before use. Use
recommended charger. Improper charging can cause heat damage or even high
pressure rupture. Observe proper charging polarity.
Labeling: If the Eveready label or package warnings are not visible, it is important to
provide a package and/or device label stating:
Nickel Cadmium Consumer Round Cells
AA and larger
WARNING: CHARGE ONLY WITH STANDARD HOUSEHOLD NICKEL
CADMIUM BATTERY CHARGERS. DO NOT OPEN BATTERY,
DISPOSE OF IN FIRE, PUT IN BACKWARDS, MIX WITH OTHER
BATTERY TYPES OR SHORT CIRCUIT - MAY EXPLODE, LEAK OR
GET HOT CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY.
AAA and smaller
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WARNING: (1) KEEP AWAY FROM SMALL CHILDREN. IF
SWALLOWED, PROMPTLY SEE DOCTOR; HAVE DOCTOR PHONE
(202) 625-3333 COLLECT. (2) CHARGE ONLY WITH STANDARD
HOUSEHOLD NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERY CHARGERS. DO NOT
OPEN BATTERY, DISPOSE OF IN FIRE, PUT IN BACKWARDS, MIX
WITH OTHER BATTERY TYPES OR SHORT CIRCUIT - MAY
EXPLODE, LEAK OR GET HOT CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY.
Nickel Cadmium Industrial Round Cells
(where charge rate is indicated on label)
WARNING: CHARGE ONLY AT SPECIFIED CHARGE RATE. DO NOT
OPEN BATTERY, DISPOSE OF IN FIRE, PUT IN BACKWARDS, MIX
WITH OTHER BATTERY TYPES OR SHORT CIRCUIT - MAY
EXPLODE, LEAK OR GET HOT CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY.
All Nickel Cadmium Packs (OEM and Branded)
and Nickel Cadmium OEM Round Cells
WARNING: USE ONLY WITH SPECIFIED CHARGERS ACCORDING
TO CHARGER MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS. DO NOT OPEN
BATTERY, DISPOSE OF IN FIRE OR SHORT CIRCUIT - MAY
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EXPLODE, LEAK OR GET HOT CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY.
Disposal: Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
When generated as a waste, these batteries may be regulated by the Resource
Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) as a D006 (cadmium) hazardous waste.
Note: Recycling of this product may be available. Contact your local recycling office or
call toll free at 1-800-8-BATTERY for information about how and where you can
recycle used nickel cadmium batteries.
The Federal Universal Waste Rule cited at 40 CFR Part 273 governs nickel cadmium
battery recycling and may be applicable in your state.
SECTION VI - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
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.
Open Battery Storage: Battery should not be opened. Should a cell become
disassembled, the electrode should be stored in a fireproof cabinet, away from
combustibles.
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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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