STORAGE BATTERY

Hazard statements (CLP)

H304, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H304

May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways

Hazard statements

IDENTIFICATION OSHA Signs and I. Acute Do not open battery. Avoid contact with internal components. Internal Symptoms of Oral A.1 (6) Warning H302: Harmful if swallowed Dermal A.1 (5) Warning H312: Harmful in contact with skin Inhalation A.1 (5) Warning H332: Harmful if inhaled Skin Irritation A.2 (2) Warning H315: Causes skin irritation Skin Corrosion A.2 (1A,1B,1C) Danger H314: Causes serious skin burns and eye damage Serious Eye Damage A.3 (1) Danger H318: Causes serious eye damage Eye Irritation A.3 (2A) Warning H319: Causes serious eye irritation Respiratory Sensitization A.4 (1A, 1B) Danger H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled Skin Sensitization A.4 (1A, 1B) Warning H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction Germ Cell Mutagenicity A.5 (1A, 1B) Danger H 340 May cause genetic defects A.5 (2) Warning H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects Carcinogenicity A.6 (1A, 1B) Danger H350: May cause cancer A.6 (2) Warning H351: Suspected of causing cancer Reproductive Toxicity A.7 (1A, 1B) Danger H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child. A.7 (2) Warning H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. Specific Target Organ Toxicity Single Exposure A.8 (1) Danger H370: Causes damage to organs A.8 (2) Warning H371: May cause damage to organs Specific Target Organ Toxicity Repeated or Prolonged Exposure A.9 (1) Danger H372: Causes damage to organs A.9 (2) Warning H373: May cause damage to organs

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

components include lead and liquid electrolyte. Exposure Electrolyte - Electrolyte is corrosive and contact may cause skin irritation and chemical bums. Electrolyte causes severe irritation and bums of eyes, nose and throat. Ingestion can cause severe bums and vomiting. Lead -Direct skin or eye contact may cause local irritation. Inhalation or ingestion of lead dust or fumes may result in headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal spasms, fatigue, sleep disturbances, weight loss, anemia and leg, arm and joint pam. 2. Sub-chronic and Electrolyte - Repeated contact with sulfuric acid battery electrolyte fluid may cause drying of the skin

Potential chronic health

which may result in irritation, dermatitis, and skin bums. Repeated exposure to sulfuric acid mist may cause erosion of teeth, chronic eye irritation and/or chronic inflammation of the nose, throat and lungs. Lead - Prolonged exposure may cause central nervous system damage, gastrointestinal disturbances, anemia, and wrist-drop and kidney dysfunction. Pregnant women should be protected from excessive exposure to prevent lead from crossing the placental barrier and causing infant neurological disorders.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

If battery is broken or material is spilled, then persons with the following medical conditions must take precautions: pulmonary edema, bronchitis, emphysema, dental erosion and tracheobronchitis. Routes of Inhalation - YES Eye Contact - YES Entry Ingestion - YES Skin Contact - YES Chemical(s) Listed Proposition 65 - National Toxicology I.A.R.C.

Signal word

DANGER

2.2 Label elements

Health Environmental Physical

Precautionary statements

DANGER! Obtain special instructions before use. Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or in Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. contact with skin. Wash thoroughly after handling. Acid causes severe burns and eye damage. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. May damage fertility or the unborn child Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing, eye protection/face protection. if ingested or inhaled. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. May cause harm to breast-fed children. Avoid contact with internal acid. May cause cancer if ingested or inhaled. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Causes skin irritation, serious eye Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. damage. If swallowed or consumed: Rinse mouth. Contact with internal components may Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. cause irritation or severe burns. If on clothing, skin, or hair: Remove/take off immediately all contaminated Causes damage to central nervous system, clothing and wash it before reuse. Rinse skin with water/shower. blood and kidneys, through prolonged or If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. repeated exposure if ingested or inhaled. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. skin. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. May form explosive air/gas mixture If exposed/concerned, or you feel unwell seek medical attention/advice. during charging. Store locked up in a well-ventilated area, in accordance with local and national Explosive, fire, blast, or projection regulation. hazard. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local and national regulation. Keep out of reach of children.

Health hazards

Acute Toxicity

Aspiration hazard

A.10 (1) Danger H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways

Environmental hazards

Aquatic Toxicity Acute 1.1 Warning H400: Very toxic to aquatic life Aquatic Toxicity Chronic 2.1 Warning H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects