Alkaline Batteries

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

CAUTION: Batteries may explode or leak, and cause burn injury, if recharged, disposed of in fire, mixed with a different battery type, inserted backwards or disassembled. Replace all used batteries at the same time. Do not carry batteries loose in your pock or purse. Do not remove the battery label. Keep small batteries (i.e., AAA) away from children. If swallowed, consult a physician at once. SECTION III - COMPOSITION AND INGREDIENTS The chemicals and metals in this product are contained in a sealed can. Exposure to the contents will not occur unless the battery leaks, is exposed to high temperatures or is mechanically, physically, or electrically abused. Note: Some Duracell batteries contain a Duracell Power CheckTM energy gauge, which is a small conductive strip located underneath the battery label that indicates the amount of charge in the battery. It is composed of minute quantities of conductive materials. Due to the small quantity of materials and their solid form, a health or environmental risk is unlikely. Chemical Name CAS EINECS Amount Classification Exposure Limits Number Manganese Dioxide 1313-13-9 215-202-6 35-40 % Xn, R20/22 0,5 mg/m3 TWA UK WEL 0,5 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable) DFG MAK 0,2 mg/m3 VL Belgium 0,2 mg/m3 TWA Denmark LV Zinc 7440-66-6 231-175-3 10-25 % N, R50/53 None established for zinc metal Potassium Hydroxide 1310-58-3 215-181-3 5-10 % C, Xn, R22, R35 2 mg/m3 STEL UK WEL (35%) 2 mg/m3 VCD Belgium 2 mg/m3 Ceiling Denmark LV Graphite (natural or 7782-42-5, 231-955-3 1-5 % None 4 mg/m3 TWA UK WEL (respirable dust) synthetic) 7440-44-0 231-153-3 10 mg/m3 TWA UK WEL (inhalable dust) 1,5 mg/m3 TWA DFG MAK (respirable dust) 4 mg/m3 TWA DFG MAK (inhalable dust) 2 mg/m3 VL Belgium (respirable dust) SECTION IV – FIRST AID INFORMATION Damaged battery will release concentrated potassium hydroxide, which is caustic.