Coghlan"s Cylindrical Lithium-ion Rechargeable Cell

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Lithium ion battery. Solid, Cylindrical purple. No odor. Power: 3.7V 1200mAh 4.44Wh The battery has pass the UN Manual of Test and Criteria 38.3. Skin Irritation - Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 2A Carcinogenicity - Category 1 The below U.S. OSHA Hazcom 2012 and Canadian WHMIS WHMIS 2015 labeling information, is being provided for informational purposes, should users be exposed to damaged batteries, or if the batteries are misused.

Most important adverse effects

This product is an article, and is not hazardous in the form in which it is shipped by the manufacturer. However, if the battery is misused or damaged, it will present a physical and health hazard. If the battery is damaged or misused (e.g. is short-circuited; is exposed to moisture), hazardous properties may include the following: When exposed to heat, when short circuited, or when exposed to incompatible materials, the battery may rupture and release hazardous substances. These substances can explode and burn. Causes skin and eye irritation. Permanent eye damage including blindness could result. Contains material which can cause cancer. Occupational exposure to the substance or mixture may cause adverse effects. Contains material which can cause birth defects based on animal data. For further information, please refer to section 11 of the SDS. An environmental hazard cannot be excluded in the event of unprofessional handling or disposal. Avoid release to the environment. See Section 12 for more environmental information. If the battery is damaged or misused (e.g. is short-circuited; is exposed to moisture), the product will be classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015).

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. Suspected of causing cancer.

Precautionary statements

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a poison center/doctor.

2.3 Other hazards

Batteries may get hot, explode or ignite and cause serious injury if mishandled, crushed or abused. When exposed to heat, when short circuited, or when exposed to incompatible materials, the battery may rupture and release hazardous substances. These substances can explode and burn. Burning batteries may emit toxic fumes.