General Information
Product name
and model LITHIUM, THIONYL CHLORIDE (Li-SOCl2)
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
and model LITHIUM, THIONYL CHLORIDE (Li-SOCl2
supplier name
SAFT
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Company Information
company name
SAFT
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
3.1 - Physical : The Lithium-Thionyl chloride batteries described in this Material Safety Data Sheet are sealed units which are not hazardous when used according to the recommendations of the manufacturer. Under normal conditions of use, the electrode materials and liquid electrolyte they contain are non-reactive provided the battery integrity is maintained and seals remain intact. Risk of exposure only in case of abuse (mechanical, thermal, electrical) which leads to the activation of safety valves and/or the rupture of the battery containers. Electrolyte leakage, electrode materials reaction with moisture/water or battery vent/explosion/fire may follow, depending upon the circumstances. 3.2 - Chemical : Classification of dangerous substances contained into the product as per directive 67/548/EEC Substance Content Melting
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
point N° EEC Chemical Mass Letter Indication Special risk Safety (CAS N°)
Hazard pictograms
of danger (1) advice (2) 231 102 5 Li 4-5 180.5°C F Corrosive R14/15 R21 S2 S8 S22 Flammable R22 R41 S24 S26 S37 (7439-93-2) R43 S43 S45 231 748 8 SOCl2 40-46 -104.5°C C Irritant R14 R21 S2 S8 S24 Corrosive R22 R35 S26 S36 S37 (7719-09-7) Harmful R37 R41 S45 R42/43 AlCl3 » 1.5 190°C C Irritant R14 R22 S2 S8 S22 (00744-67-00) Corrosive R37 R41 S24 S26 S36 R43 S45 * slight variations depending from cell type. 2 MSDS 3/8 1 - Nature of special risks : R 14/15 Reacts with water and yields flammable gases R 21 Harmful in contact with skin R 22 Harmful is swallowed R 35 Causes severe burns R 41 Risk of serious damage to the eye R 42/43 May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact R 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact
Precautionary statements
S 2 Keep out of reach from children S 8 Keep away from moisture S 22 Do not breathe dust S 24 Avoid contact with skin S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical attention S 36 Wear suitable protective clothing S 37 Wear suitable gloves S 45 In case of incident, seek medical attention.
