Class 9 Dangerous Goods

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Batteries consist of one or more cells which contain chemical materials stored in a hermetically sealed metal case, designed to withstand temperatures and pressures encountered during normal use. As a result, during normal use, there is no physical danger of ignition, explosion or release of hazardous chemical materials. However, if exposed to fire, added mechanical shocks, added electric stress by misuse, the gas release vent will be operated. The battery cell case may be breached at the extreme and hazardous materials may be released including acrid or harmful fumes.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Skin contact, skin absorption; eye contact, inhalation and ingestion Skin absorption: No effect normal use, however exposure to electrolyte may cause dermatitis. Eye contact: No effect under normal use, however electrolyte may damage the cornea. Inhalation: No effect under normal use, however fumes may irritate the lungs. Ingestion: No effect under normal uses, however ingestion of the electrolyte may irritate the mouth and lungs and cause nausea. Reported as carcinogen: Not applicable.