Lead Acid Battery

Hazard statements (CLP)

H290, H314, H335, H350, H360, H362, H410

Code

Statements

H290

May be corrosive to metals

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA defined hazards Hazards for the product as sold

Physical hazards

Hazards for the product as sold Corrosive to metals Category 1

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1A Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Reproductive toxicity (fertility, the unborn Category 1A child) Reproductive toxicity Effects on or via lactation Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 1 (blood, central nervous system, exposure kidneys) Hazards for the product as sold

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1

Long term hazards

Hazards for the product as sold

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

The materials contained in this product may only represent a hazard if the integrity of the cell or battery is compromised. Listed below are the hazards anticipated when the battery is physically, thermally, or electrically abused: May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause cancer. May damage fertility or the unborn child. May cause harm to breast-fed children. May cause respiratory irritation. Causes damage to organs (blood, central nervous system, kidneys) through prolonged or repeated exposure. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Keep out of reach of children. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep only in original packaging. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Avoid contact during pregnancy and while nursing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

If exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention. If swallowed Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Absorb spillage to prevent material-damage. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Store in a corrosion resistant container with a resistant inner liner.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise Lead acid batteries vent little or no gas while being used (discharging) but explosive amounts of

Classified (HNOC)

hydrogen and oxygen can be produced during charging. Hydrogen gas is colorless, odorless, lighter than air, and highly flammable. Oxygen is an oxidizer that can promote a fire or explosion. If batteries are charged in a room with poor ventilation, hydrogen gas may accumulate and present a fire or explosion hazard.

Additional information

Under normal conditions of processing and use, exposure to the chemical constituents in this product is unlikely. Batteries may get hot, explode or ignite and cause serious injury if mishandled, crushed or abused. When exposed to heat, when short circuited, or when exposed to incompatible materials, the battery may rupture and release hazardous substances. These substances can explode and burn. Burning batteries may emit toxic fumes.