VOLTEC LI-ION BATTERY

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Not classified as Hazardous according to the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and labelling of Chemicals (GHS) including Work, Health and Safety regulations, Australia. Classified as Dangerous Goods according to the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail. (7th edition) Reproductive Toxicity Not considered to be toxic to reproduction. Carcinogenicity The following components, that can be present at > 0.1%, are listed in the NTP Annual Report on Carcinogens (latest edition) or have been found to be a potential carcinogen in the IARC Monographs (latest edition), or by OSHA: Cobalt: IARC 2B (Possibly Carcinogenic to Humans) Nickel: IARC 2B (Possibly Carcinogenic to Humans) and NTP (Reasonably Anticipated to be a Human Carcinogen).

Potential chronic health

Prolonged contact with cell/electrolyte mixture may cause skin sensitization. Inhalation Inhalation of vapours from an open battery may cause irritation of the respiratory system. Ingestion Not expected during normal use. Swallowing electrolyte mixture may cause gastrointestinal tract burns. May cause nausea and vomiting. Skin Contents of an open battery can be irritating or corrosive to skin. The symptoms may include redness, itching, swelling or burns. Eye Contents of an open battery can be severely irritating or corrosive to eyes. The symptoms may include redness, itching, blurred vision, tearing or burns and possible tissue injury. Other Under normal conditions of use the battery is hermetically Information sealed. This is a sealed article; although the contents are hazardous, the overall article is classified as non- hazardous. The battery should not be opened or burned. Exposure to ingredients contained within or their combustion products could be harmful. Exposure to the substances could occur only if the battery pack or cells have been opened, disassembled, crushed, burned, exposed to high temperatures >150°C, or subjected to other types of abuse. This battery has two significant characteristics: - Contains an electrolyte; and - Can contain a considerable amount of energy, which may be a source of high electric current and lead to a severe electrical shock in the event of a short circuit. (Not classified as hazardous)