Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-58-3
Name of the chemical
potassium hydroxide
Concentration
5-10
General Information
Revision date
2016-04-13
Product name
E91BP-4, E91BP-4UP, E91BP-8, E91BP-12, E91BP-20W
Product Synonyms
None
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Alkaline battery
supplier name
Energizer Battery
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Energizer Battery
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
travisr.stevener@energizer.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA Hazards Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness This product is an article which contains a chemical substance. Safety information is given for exposure to the article as sold. Intended use of the product should not result in exposure to the chemical substance. This is a battery. In case of rupture: the above hazards exist. Appearance Silver Physical state Solid Odor None
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves
Response
Specific treatment is urgent (see .? on this label) Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label) Eyes 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 or doctor/physician Skin IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Not applicable Unknown Toxicity 6 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity
Further information
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause allergic reactions with susceptible persons
Interactions with other chemicals
No information available.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is not considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). This product is an article which is a sealed battery and as such does not require an MSDS per the OSHA hazard communication standard unless ruptured. The hazards indicated are for a ruptured battery. Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Gases) Category 2 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 2 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category A Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Skin sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive Toxicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1