VALVE REGULATED, LEAD-ACID AND GEL BATTERY

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H302, H314, H318, H332, H360, H373, H410

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Physical hazards

Corrosive to Metals Category 1

Health hazards

Acute Toxicity Oral Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1A Serious Eye Damage / Eye Irritation Category 1 Acute Toxicity Inhalation Category 4 Toxic to Reproduction Category 1A Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) Category 2

Environmental hazards

Aquatic Toxicity (Chronic) Category 1

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard pictograms

PRODUCT NAME VALVE REGULATED, LEAD-ACID AND GEL BATTERY

Hazard statements

H290 May be corrosive to metals. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H332 Harmful if inhaled. H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P234 Keep only in original packaging. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection.

Response

P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. P321 Specific treatment is advised - see first aid instructions. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. P391 Collect spillage.

Storage

P405 Store locked up. P406 Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with relevant regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

NOTE: Hazardous classification and hazard statements relate to battery contents. No hazards occur during the normal operation of a lead acid battery as it is described in the instructions for use that are provided with the battery. Lead-acid batteries have three significant characteristics: * They contain an electrolyte which contains dilute sulphuric acid. Sulphuric acid may cause severe chemical burns. * During the charging process or during operation they might develop hydrogen gas and oxygen, which under certain circumstances may result in an explosive mixture. * They can contain a considerable amount of energy, which may be a source of high electrical current and a severe electrical shock in the event of a short circuit.