LiFePO4 Rechargeable Battery

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview: Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries are not dangerous with normal use. The materials within the battery may only represent a hazard if the structural integrity of the battery is compromised or the battery is subjected to extreme misuse. Do not expose the batteries to fire or open flame. Do not mix batteries of varying sizes, chemistries, or types. Do not short circuit, puncture, incinerate, crush, over-charge, over-discharge, or expose the batteries to temperatures above or below the declared limit. Damage to the batteries may result in the risk of fire or explosion, which could release dangerous hydrogen fluoride gas and exposure to the ingredients contained within.

Potential health effects

Acute (Short Term): see Section 8 for Exposure Controls and Personal Protection. If the battery is disassembled or ruptured, the electrolyte in the cells is corrosive and can cause burns to the skin and eyes. Inhalation If the battery remains sealed, there is no expected exposure. If the battery has been ruptured, vapor or mists can cause respiratory issues. Ingestion If the battery remains sealed, there is no expected exposure to any chemical or hazard to be ingested. If the battery has been ruptured, mists and vapors can enter the mouth and may cause respiratory irritation/ chemical burns of the mouth and gastrointestinal tract irritation. Skin Contact with a sealed battery by skin will cause no harm from any internal chemicals. Skin contact with positive and negative terminals of high voltages may cause burns to the skin. Skin contact with a ruptured battery can cause skin irritation. Eyes Eye contact with the contents of a ruptured battery can cause severe irritation to the eye.

HMIS® ratings

Health 0 Fire 0 HMIS Reactivity 0 Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe * = Chronic hazard