RESPONSE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Danger! Poison! Electrolyte solution is harmful by all routes of exposure! Corrosive to all tissues. Severe burns, corneal damage, and possibly blindness can result in direct contact with electrolyte solution. Charged batteries will release Hydrogen, a flammable gas. Overcharged batteries may release sulfuric acid mist. This product is classified as a hazardous substance and a dangerous goods according to the classification criteria of NOHSC and ADG code (Australia). 2.2 Routes of Entry: INHALATION: YES SKIN & EYES: YES INGESTION: YES 2.3 Effects of Exposure: EYES: Severe irritation, corneal damage, and possible blindness will result in direct contact. SKIN: Severe irritation, burns, ulcerations, and contact dermatitis can result from direct contact. INGESTION: Severe irritation of the mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach. Acute ingestion of lead may cause abdominal distress, which can rapidly lead to systemic toxicity. INHALATION: Severe respiratory irritation (from vapors or mists) is possible. Inhalation of lead fumes can cause upper respiratory tract and lung irritation. 2.4 Symptoms of Exposure: EYES: Stinging or burning sensation, watering, and redness. SKIN: Stinging or burning, redness, and dermatitis (rash). INGESTION: Severe irritation of the mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach. Gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, cramping, and diarrhea. INHALATION: Upper respiratory irritation, headache, irritability, and an inability to sleep.

Potential Acute Health Effects

EYES: Severe irritation, corneal damage, and possible blindness will result in direct contact. SKIN: Severe irritation, burns, ulcerations, and contact dermatitis can result from direct contact. INGESTION: Severe irritation of the mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach. Acute ingestion of lead may cause abdominal distress, which can rapidly lead to systemic toxicity. INHALATION: Severe respiratory irritation (from vapors or mists) is possible. Inhalation of lead fumes can cause upper respiratory tract and lung irritation.

Potential chronic health

EYES: Possible corneal scarring. SKIN: No chronic health effects are reported by the manufacturer. INGESTION: No chronic health effects are reported by the manufacturer INHALATION: Respiratory dermatitis, chronic bronchitis, tooth enamel erosion, and possible damage to the reproductive system, nervous system, kidneys, and liver. 2.7 Target Organs: Eyes, skin, kidneys, liver and respiratory system. 2.8 Toxicological Properties: None reported by the manufacturer. NA = Not Available; ND = Not Determined; NE = Not Established; C = Ceiling Limit; See Section 16 for Additional Definitions of Terms Used