MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
LG CHEM
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Model ICR523450C1 Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery
LG CHEMICAL LTD
1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Identification
LG CHEM ICR523450C1 Lithium-Ion Battery
Manufacturer
LG Chemical Ltd.
Twin Tower
Youido-Dong 120, Youngdeungpo-Ku
Seoul, Korea
Emergency Telephone Number
82-2-3773-0837
2. Composition Information
Hazardous Ingredients % CAS Number
Aluminum Foil 2-10 7429-90-5
Metal Oxide (proprietary) 20-50
Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) <5 24937-79-9
Copper Foil 2-10 7440-50-8
Carbon (proprietary) 10-30 7440-44-0
Electrolyte (proprietary) 10-20
Stainless steel, Nickel and inert materials Remainder N/A
* Equivalent Lithium content : 0.66g
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3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
May explode in a fire, which could release hydrogen fluoride gas.
Use extinguishing media suitable for materials burning in fire.
Primary routes of entry
Skin contact : NO
Skin absorption : NO
Eye contact : NO
Inhalation : NO
Ingestion : NO
Symptoms of exposure
Skin contact
No effect under routine handling and use.
Skin absorption
No effect under routine handling and use.
Eye contact
No effect under routine handling and use.
Inhalation
No effect under routine handling and use.
Reported as carcinogen
Not applicable
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4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation
Not a health hazard.
Eye contact
Not a health hazard.
Skin contact
Not a health hazard.
Ingestion
If swallowed, obtain medical attention immediately.
IF EXPOSURE TO INTERNAL MATERIALS WITHIN CELL DUE TO
DAMAGED OUTER CASING, THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS ARE
RECOMMENDED ;
Inhalation
Leave area immediately and seek medical attention.
Eye contact
Rinse eyes with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
Skin contact
Wash area thoroughly with soap and water and seek medical attention.
Ingestion
Drink milk/water and induce vomiting; seek medical attention.
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5. Fire Fighting Measures
General Hazard
Cell is not flammable. Combustion products include, but are not limited to
hydrogen fluoride, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.
Extinguishing Media
Use extinguishing media suitable for the materials that are burning.
Special Firefighting Instructions
If possible, remove cell(s) from fire fighting area. If heated above 160掳C, cell(s)
may explode/vent.
Firefighting Equipment
Use NIOSH/MSHA approved full-face self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
with full protective gear.
6. Accidental Release Measures
On Land
Place material into suitable containers and call local fire/police department.
In Water
If possible, remove from water and call local fire/police department.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling
No special protective clothing required for handling individual cells.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
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8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering controls
Keep away from heat and open flame. Store in a cool dry place.
Personal Protection
Respirator
Not required during normal operations. SCBA required in the event of a fire.
Eye/face protection
Not required beyond safety practices of employer.
Gloves
Not required for handling of cells.
Foot protection
Steel toed shoes recommended for large container handling.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
State Solid
Odor N/A
PH N/A
Vapor pressure N/A
Vapor density N/A
Boiling point N/A
Solubility in water Insoluble
Specific gravity N/A
Density N/A
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10. Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity
None
Incompatibilities
None during normal operation. Avoid exposure to heat, open flame, and
corrosives.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
None during normal operating conditions. If cells are opened, hydrogen fluoride
and carbon monoxide may be released.
Conditions To Avoid
Avoid exposure to heat and open flame. Do not puncture, crush or incinerate.
11. Toxicological Information
This product does not elicit toxicological properties during routine handling and
use.
Reproductive
Sensitization Teratogenicity Acute toxicity
toxicity
NO NO NO NO
If the cells are opened through misuse or damage, discard immediately. Internal
components of cell are irritants and sensitizers.
12. Ecological Information
Some materials within the cell are bioaccumulative. Under normal conditions,
these materials are contained and pose no risk to persons or the surrounding
environment.
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13. Disposal Considerations
California regulated debris
RCRA Waste Code : Nonregulated
Dispose of according to all federal, state, and local regulations.
14. Transport Information
DOT Hazard Class : Nonregulated
15. Regulatory Information
OSHA hazard communication standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
a Non-hazardous
Hazardous
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