Valve Regulated Lead Acid Battery

Hazard statements (CLP)

H203, H314, H335, H350, H360, H362

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Statements

H203

Explosive; fire, blast or projection hazard

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Physical hazards

Explosives Division 1.3

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Carcinogenicity (Acid Mist) Category 1A Carcinogenicity (Lead) Category 1B Reproductive toxicity Category 1A Reproductive toxicity Effects on or via lactation Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 1 (Blood, Central Nervous System, exposure Kidney, Lungs)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

The materials contained in this product may only represent a hazard if the integrity of the cell or battery is compromised; physically, thermally, or electrically abused. The below are the hazards anticipated under those conditions: Explosive; fire, blast or projection hazard. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause cancer. May damage fertility or the unborn child. May cause harm to breast-fed children. May cause respiratory irritation. Causes damage to organs (Blood, Central Nervous System, Kidney, Lungs) through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep only in original packaging. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

Explosion risk in case of fire. In case of fire: Evacuate area. Do NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives. If swallowed Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. 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.

Storage

Store in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information on recovery/recycling. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

In use, may form flammable/explosive vapor-air mixture. Under normal conditions of processing and use, exposure to the chemical constituents in this product is unlikely. The battery should not be opened or burned. Exposure to the ingredients contained within or their combustion products could be harmful.