General Information
Revision date
2013-04-17
Product name
High Power Lithium Ion Cell, Phosphate-Based
Manufacturer Name
Waltham, MA 02451
Emergency telephone
(800) 424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
A123 Systems
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Signal word
Warning Preparation Hazards and Not classified as dangerous or hazardous with normal use. The cell should not be opened or burned.
Appearance/Odor
Solid object with no odor
Principle Routes of Exposure
These chemicals are contained in a sealed enclosure. Risk of exposure occurs only if the cell is mechanically, 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 Identification, continued
Potential health effects
ACUTE (short term): see Section 8 for exposure controls In the event that this cell has been ruptured, the electrolyte solution contained within the cell would be corrosive and can cause burns to skin and eyes. Inhalation Inhalation of materials from a sealed cell is not an expected route of exposure. Vapors or mists from a ruptured cell may cause respiratory irritation. Ingestion Swallowing of materials from a sealed cell is not an expected route of exposure. Swallowing the contents of an open cell can cause serious chemical burns of mouth, esophagus, and gastrointestinal tract. Skin Contact between the cell and skin will not cause any harm. Skin contact with contents of an open cell can cause severe irritation or burns to the skin. Eye Contact between the cell and the eye will not cause any harm. Eye contact with contents of an open cell can cause severe irritation or burns to the eye.
Long term hazards
see Section 11 for additional toxicological data Not applicable
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Not available Exposure
Interactions with other chemicals
Immersion in high conductivity liquids may cause corrosion and breaching of the cell enclosure.
Environmental effects
Not available