Lithium-Ion battery pack

EU Classification

UN3480 (standalone battery pack) UN3481 (contained in equipment or packed with equipment) Class: 9 – Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods 3. Summary of Hazards The chemical materials are 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 or explosion or chemical danger of hazardous material leakage and the product is safe. However, mishandling and/or misuse can cause serious damage to the product and there will be the possibility of generation of smoke or rupturing metals, flaming or acid gas emission or electrolyte leakage. Most important hazards and effects:

Potential health effects

Inhalation: the vapour of the electrolyte has an anaesthetic effect and stimulates the respiratory tract.  Skin contact: the vapour of the electrolyte stimulates the skin. An electrolyte/skin contact can cause sores and stimulation of the skin.  Eye contact: the vapour of the electrolyte irritates eyes. An electrolyte-eye contact can cause sores and irritation of the eye. In particular, substances that cause a strong inflammation of the eyes are contained within.

Environmental effects

A battery pack is to be disposed according to regulation procedures Specific hazards: If the electrolyte comes into contact with water, it can generate detrimental hydrogen fluoride. Since the leaked electrolyte is an inflammable liquid it should not be brought close to fire.