ANSMANN ANS 1516-0148 Datasheet

Section 1

Product and Supplier Identification

EMERGENCY CONTACT:

Legal remark (USA)

Material - Safety - Data Sheet (MSDS)

Ansmann Hearing Aid (Zinc-Air) Button Cells

for

No.12

single cells and multi-cell batteries

Date of issue: 2012 - 01 - 31 The information contained within is provided as a service to our customers and
Revision no: 6 for their information only. The information and recommendations set forth herein
Revision date: 2019 - 01 - 23 are made in good faith and are believed to be accurate at the date of preparation.
Editor: Ansmann AG ANSMANN AG makes no warranty expressed or implied.

Trade name: Primary zinc / manganese dioxide battery; button cell

primary alkaline button cell

Models / types: PR44(675); PR41(312); PR48(13); PR70(10)

Electrochemical system: Zinc - Oxygen - (KOH electrolyte)

Anode (negative electrode): Zinc

Cathode (positive electrode): Manganese Dioxide, catalyst

Supplier:
Germany ANSMANN AG
Address: Industriestraße 10; 97959 Assamstadt; Germany
Phone / Fax: + 49 (0) 6294 42040 / + 49 (0) 6294 420444
Home / email: ansmann.de / [e-mail]

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Subsidiaries:

United Kingdom ANSMANN UK LTD.
Address: Units 11-12, RO24, Harlow Business Park, Harlow, Essex. CM19 5QB. UK
Phone / Facsimile: [phone] / [phone]
email:

Hong Kong ANSMANN Energy Int. LTD.
Address: Unit 3117-18, 31/F; Tower 1; Millenium City 1; No. 388 Kwun Tong Road;

[e-mail]

Kwun Tong, kowloon; Hong-Kong

[e-mail]

China HuiZhou City ANSMANN Trading Co. LTD
Address: Da Lian Industrial Park, Rengtu Village Ruhu Town Huicheng District,

516169 Huizhou City Guangdong, China

[e-mail]

Sweden ANSMANN Nordic AB
Address: Victor Hasselblads Gata 11, 421 31 Västra Frölunda, Sweden

[e-mail]

France Ansmann Energy France

5, Place Copernic; Immeuble Boréal - Courcouronnes; F-91023 Evry Cedex;
France

For chemical emergency (spill, leak, fire, exposure or accident)
call phone no.: [phone]

Safety Data Sheets are a sub-requirement of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazard
Communication Standard, 29 CFR Subpart 1910.1200. This Hazard Communication Standard does not apply
to various subcategories including anything defined by OSHA as an "article". According to OSHA, "article" means
a manufactured item other than a fluid particle: (i) which is formed to a specific shape or design during
manufacture; (ii) which has end use function(s) dependent in whole or in part upon ist shape or design during
end use; and (iii) which under normal conditions of use does not release more than very small quantities, e.g.
minute or trace amounts of a hazardous chemical (as determined under paragraph (d) of this section), and
does not pose a physical hazard or health risk to employees.

Legal remark (EU)

General remark

Section 2

Hazards Identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to UN-GHS

2.2 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

2.3 Other hazards which do not result in classification

Section 3

Composition and Informations on Ingredients

3.1 Substances

3.2 Mixtures

Material - Safety - Data Sheet (MSDS)

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single cells and multi-cell batteries

Because all of our batteries are defined as "articles", they are exempted from the requirements of the Hazard
Communication Standard.

These batteries are no "substances" or "mixtures" according to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006EC. Instead
they have to be rarded as "articles", no substances are intended to be released during handling. Therefore there
is no obligation to supply a "safety data sheet according to Regulation (EC)1907/2006, Article 31"

This safety data sheet is provided as a service to our customers. The details presented are in accordance
with our present knowledge and experiences. They are no contractual assurances of product attributes.

Batteries are considered as articles are as such exempted from the UN-GHS classification requirements.
The classification based on the hazardous substances contained in the product (electrode materials and liquid
electrolyte contained in the batteries) is provided below for information purposes only.

The UN GHS labeling information is not provided in this section as batteries are articles and therefore are
exempted from the UN GHS labeling requirements. Other labeling requirements apply for batteries according
to EU Directive 2006/66/EC.
Nevertheless the following warning must be observed: Keep out of the reach of children!

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The chemicals mentioned in section 3 are contained in a sealed can. Risk of exposure occurs only if the battery
is mechanically or electrically abused or if it is ingested ( see safety precautions in section 7). Swallowing of a
battery can lead to chemical burns, perforation of soft tissues and death.
Severe burns can occur within 2 hours of ingestion. In case of ingestion, seek medical attention immediately.

Not applicable

Important Note: The battery should not be opened or exposed to heat because exposure of the following
ingredients contained within could be harmful under some circumstances

Hazardous substances contained in the product according to UN-GHS:

Ingredients Content CAS No.

Manganese Dioxide 0 - 15% 1313-13-9

(MnO

)

2

Zinc (Zn) 15 - 50%

Potassium Hydroxide

(KOH)

Copper (Cu) 1 - 5% 7440-50-8 Acute Tox. 2, STOT RE 2

Heavy Metals

Lead (Pb)

see chapter no.12

Cadmium (Cd) < 0.002% 7440-43-9

Mercury (Hg) < 0.0005% 7439-97-6

0.01 - 0.06%

7440-66-6
1310-58-3

7439-92-1

Hazard Categories

Acute Tox. 4

Acute Tox. 4

Aquatic Chronic 1

Skin Corr. 1A

Eye Irrit. 2 H373

Full text of Hazard Statements: see chapter 16

Repr. 1A H302, H332

Acute Tox. 4, STOT RE 2

Aquatic Chronic 1

see chapter no.12
see chapter no.12

Hazard Statements

H302, H332

H410

H302, H314Acute Tox. 41 - 5%

H300, H330

H360D, H373

H410

Other ingredients

Stainless steel 30 - 40%

Nickel plating 3 - 7% 7440-02-0 Skin Sens 1, STOS RE 2

Water, paper, plastics

Balance n/a

7439-89-6

Aquatic Chronic 3, Carc. 2

H317, H351
H372, H412

Section 4

First Aid Measures

None

4.1 Description of necessary first aid measures

Skin Contact:

Eye Contact:

Ingestion:

Inhalation:

Further treatment:

4.2 Most important symptoms / effects, acute and delayed

4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Section 5

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire and explosion hazards

5.1 Suitable extinguishing media

5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemical

5.3 Special protective actions for firefighters

Section 6

Accidental Release Measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

6.2 Environmental precautions

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Ansmann Hearing Aid (Zinc-Air) Button Cells

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, unless internal material exposure

Wash off skin thoroughly with water. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before re-use. In severe cases obtain medical attention.

Irrigate thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes.Lifting upper and lower lids,
until no evidence of the chemical remains. Obtain medical attention.

Wash out mouth thoroughly with water. Do not induce vomiting or give food.
Drink plenty of water. Seek medical attention immediately.

If battery is leaking, contents may be irritating to respiratory passages.
Move to fresh air. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.

All cases of eye contamination, persistent skin irritation and casualities who have
swallowed this substance or been affected by breathing its vapours should be seen by a
doctor.

The chemicals mentioned in section 3 are contained in a sealed can. Risk of exposure occurs only if the
battery is mechanically or electrically abused or if it is ingested (see safety precautions in section 7).
Swallowing of a battery can lead to chemical burns, perforation of soft tissues and death. Severe burns can
occur within 2 hours of ingestion. In case of ingestion, seek medical attention immediately.
See emergency phone number in section 1.

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In case of exposure to inner components/material of the battery:
Harmful if swallowed (Manganesedioxide, Zinc, electrolyte)
Harmful if inhalated (Manganesedioxide, Zinc)
May cause damage to organs (brain) through prolonged or repeated exposure (inhalation) (Manganesedioxide)

No further information available.

Batteries may burst and release hazardous decomposition products when exposed to a fire situation.

Use foam, water, carbon dioxide (CO2), as appopriate

Thermal degradation may produce hazardous fumes of zinc and manganese, hydrogen gas, caustic vapors
of potassium(sodium) hydroxide and other toxic by-products

Firefighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Fight fire from a distance or protected area.

Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled:
The preferred response is to leave the area and allow batteries to cool and the vapours to disssipate.
Avoid skin and eye contact or inhalation of vapours.

Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course
In the event of spill or accidental release, notify relevant authorities in accordance with all applicable regulations.

In the event of spill or accidental release, collect all released material in a plastic lined metal container and
remove spilled liquid with absorbent. Doing this, protect your skin and eyes with chemical resistant protective
(EN374) and tightly sealed protective googles (EN166). Avoid direct contact with internal components.

Section 7

Precautions for safe Handling and Storage

7.1 Storage:

7.2 Storage of big quantities:

7.3 Handling:

7.4 Charging:

Do not charge this batteries!

7.5 Disposal:

Section 8

Special Protection Information

Ventilation Requirements:

Respiratory Protection:

Eye Protection:

Hand Protection:

Section 9

Physical and Chemical Properties

Ansmann Hearing Aid (Zinc-Air) Button Cells

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When used correctly, alkaline batteries provide a safe and dependable source of power. However, if they are
misused or abused, leakage, heating or in extreme case, explosion may result. Therefore pay attention
to the following recommendations:

Store batteries in a dry place at normal room temperature.
Do not refrigerate – this will not make them last longer.
Elevated temperatures can result in shortened battery life. Temperautes above
100°C may result in battery leakage and rupture.
Storage of unpacked batteries can cause electrical short circuit and heat
generation. Avoid large temperature changes and direct sunlight.

If possible, store the batteries in the original packaging.
A fire alarm is recommended.
For automatic fire extinguisher consider chapter 5 "Fire Fighting Measures"

Avoid mechanical or electrical abuse. DO NOT short circuit or install incorrectly.
Install batteries in accordance with equipment instructions.
Do not carry batteries loose in a pocket or bag.
Keep batteries away from children. For devices to be used by children, the battery
casing should be protected against unauthorized access.
Do not swallow batteries.
Do not throw batteries into fire.
Do not throw batteries into water.
In case of battery change always replace all batteries by new ones of identical
type and brand.

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This battery type is manufactured in a

ready-to-use-state. It is not designed for recharging.

Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations.

Not necessary under normal conditions. Room ventilation may be required in
areas where there are open or leaking batteries.

Not necessary under normal conditions. Avoid exposure to electrolyte fumes from
open or leaking battery. In all fire situations, use self-contained breathing
apparatus

Not necessary under normal conditions. Wear safety glasses with side shields
if handling an open or leaking battery.

Not necessary under normal conditions. Use neoprene or natural rubber gloves
if handling an open or leaking battery

Appearance: small round cylinders Odour: n/a*

Vapour Density: n/a* Vapour Pressure: n/a*

Boiling Point: n/a* VOC Content: n/a*

Evaporation Rate: n/a* Solubility in Water: n/a*

Specific Gravity: not determined pH: not determined

n/a*: not applicable for closed batteries

Section 10

Stability and Reactivity

Conditions to avoid:

Hazardous decomposition

products:

Hazardous polymerization:

Section 11

Toxicological Information

Potential Health Effects:

Inhalation:

Skin contact:

Eye contact:

Ingestion:

Acute Toxicity Data:

Zinc Powder: LC50 inhalation rat 2500mg/m

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Chronic Effects:

Target Organs:

Carcinogenicity:

Section 12

Ecological Information

Material - Safety - Data Sheet (MSDS)

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single cells and multi-cell batteries

Product is stable under conditions described in Section 7.

Heat above 100° or incinerate. Deform. Mutilate. Crush. Pierce. Disassemble.
Recharge. Short circuit. Expose over a long period to humid conditions.

Thermal decomposition may produce hazardous fumes of zinc and manganese;
caustic vapors of potassium hydroxide and other toxic by-products.

Will not occur.

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.
Damaged battery will release concentrated potassium hydroxide, which is
caustic.

Inhalation of vapors or fumes released due to heat or a large number of leaking
batteries may cause respiratory and eye irritation.

Contact with battery contents may cause severe irritation and burns.

Contact with battery contents may cause severe irritation and burns. Eye damage
is possible.

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Swallowing of Hearing Aid button cells is possible and can be harmfull.

Manganese Dioxide: LD50 oral rat >3478 mg/kg
Potassium Hydroxide: LD50 oral rat 273 mg/kg

Lead: LC50 inhalation rat 10.000ppm/7hours

The chemicals in this product are contained in a sealed can and exposure does
not occur during normal handling and use. No chronic effects would be expected
from handling a leaking battery.

Skin, eyes and respiratory system.

None of the components of this product are listed as carcinogens by the EU
Directive on the classification and labeling of substances.

Primary zinc-air button cells do contain lead, and do not contain mercury and cadmium as defined by the
European Directive 2006/66/EC Article 21.

Mercury has not been "intentionally introduced (as distinguished from mercury that may be incidentally
present in other materials)" in the sense of the U.S.A. "Mercury -Containing and Rechargeable Battery
Management Act" (May 13 1996)

The Regulation on Mercury Content Limitation for Batteries promulgated on 1997-12-31 by the China
authorities including the State Administration of Light Industry and the State Environmental Protection
Administration defines'low mercury' as mercury content by weight in battery as less than 0.025%', and
mercury free' as 'mercury content by weight in battery as less than 0.0001%'. And therefore: Ansmann
zinc-air button cells belong to the category of low-mercury battery (mercury content lower than 0.025%).

Section 13

Disposal Considerations

Section 14

Transport Information

14.1 General considerations

14.2 IATA DGR:

14.3 EU: ADR / RID / IMDG Code:

14.4 USA: 49 CFR § 172.102 Special Provision 130:

USA: 49 CFR

§ 172.102 Special Provision 130: "For other than a dry battery specifically covered by another

entry in the

§ 172.101. table, "Batteries, dry" are not subject to the requirements of this subchapter when they

14.5 IEC 60086-1

Material - Safety - Data Sheet (MSDS)

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USA: Zinc-air hearing aid button cells are classified by the federal government as
non-hazardous waste and are safe for disposal in the normal municipal waste stream. End-users may,
however, go to te website of Call2Recycle, Inc. at www.call2recycle.org to obtain additional information for local
options of collection and recycling.

In the European Union, manufacturing, handling and disposal of batteries is regulated on the basis of the
DIRECTIVE 2006/66/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 6 September 2006 on
batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators and repealing Directive 91/157/EEC.
Customers find detailed information on disposal in their specific countries using the web site of the European
Portable Batteries Association (http://www.epbaeurope.net/legislation_national.html)

Importers and users outside EU should consider the local laws and rules.

In order to avoid short circuit and heating, used zinc-air button cells should never be
stored or transported in bulk. Proper measures against short circuit are:

- Storage of batteries in original packaging

- Coverage of the terminals

Hearing aid (zinc-air) button cells are considered to be "dry cell" batteries and are
unregulated for purposes of transportation by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), International
Civic Aviation Administration (ICAO), International Air Transport Association (IATA), the International Maritime
Organization (IMO), the "Accord Europeèn Relatif au Transport International des Merchandises Dangereuses
par Route" (ADR) and the "Règlement concernant le transport international ferroviaire de marchandises
Dangereuses" (RID).
Ansmann hearing aid button cells are packed in such a way to prevent short circuits or the generation
dangerous quantities of heat and meet the special provisions listed below.

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Special Provision A123: "Examples of such batteries are: alkali-manganese, zinc-carbon
and nickel-cadmium batteries. Any electrical battery…having the potential of a dangerous
evolution of heat must be prepared for transport as to prevent:
(a) a short circuit (e.g. in the case of batteries, by the effective insulation of exposed terminals…)
(b) an accidential activation
The words “Not Restricted” and the Special Provision number must be included in the description of the
substance on the Air Waybill as required by 8.2.6, when an Air Waybill is issued.

As hearing aid (zinc-air) batteries are not explicitly mentioned in these Dangerous Goods
regulations, there are no special Dangerous Goods spipment requirements for these products.

are securely packaged and offered for transportation in a manner that prevents the dangerous evolution of heat
(for example, by the effective insulation of exposed terminals) and protects against short-circuits".

Code of practice for packaging and shipment of primary batteries given in IEC 60086-1: The packaging shall
be adequate to avoid mechanical damage during transport, handling and stacking. The materials and pack
design shall be chosen so as to prevent the development of unintentional electrical conduction, corrosion of
the terminals and ingress of moisture. Shock and vibration shall be kept to a minimum. For instance, boxes
should not be thrown off trucks, slammed into position or piled so high as to overload battery containers below.
Protection from inclement weather should be provided.

Section 15

Regulatory Information

Marking consideration:

International safety

standard:

Water hazard class:

Section 16

Other Information

Full text of Hazard Statements referred to under section 3

Note:

Material - Safety - Data Sheet (MSDS)

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single cells and multi-cell batteries

Ansmann hearing aid (zinc-air) batteries conform to the requirements of the
requirements of the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC class I and are
thus marked with the CE symbol.

According to Directive 2006/66/EC of THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF
THE COUNCIL of 6 September 2006 on batteries and accumulators and waste
batteries and accumulators and repealing Directive 91/157/EEC all batteries
have to be marked with the crossed bin. According to Article 21 of this
directive Ansmann primary zinc-air button cells have to be marked with the
element symbol "Pb". Due to the size of the battery this marking has
to be placed on the packaging.

IEC 60086-5:
"….system P button cells or batteries under 700mAh capacity are exempt
from any testing".

US DOT:
Hearing aid button cells marketed by ANSMAN are not classified as dangerous
goods by the US Department of Transportation or the major international
regulatory bodies and are therefore not regulated.

(according to German Federal Water Management Act)
non-water pollution according to VwVwS Appendix 1 (no.1443 and 766)

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Pictograms acc. GHS

H302 Harmful if swallowed
H332 Harmful if inhaled
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H351 Suspected of causing cancer
H360D May damage fertility of the unborn child.
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects

Acute Tox. 4 Acute toxicity, Hazard category 4
Aquatic Chronic 1 Long-term aquatic hazard, chronic 1
Aquatic Chronic 3 Long-term aquatic hazard, chronic 3
Skin Corr. 1A Skin corrosion, category 1A
Eye Irrit. 2 Serious eye irritation, category 2
Skin Sens 3 Skin sensitization, category 3
STOT RE 2 Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
Carc. 2 Carcinogenicity, category 2

Date of issue of the transport regulations: ADR 2019; RID 2019, IATA 2019 (60th edition),
IMDG 2018, DOT / CFR 2019
Latest covered modification of the European Battery Directice 2006/66/EC: Directive 2013/56/EU

This information has been compiled from sources considered to be dependable and is, to the best of our
knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, no representation, warranty
(either expressed or implied ) or guarantee is made to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the
information contained herein.
This information relates to the specific materials designated and may not be valid for such material used in
combination with any other materials or in any process. It is the user’s responsibility to satisfy himself as to
the suitability and completeness of this information for his particular use. Ansmann AG does not accept
liability for any loss or damage that may occur, whether direct, indirect, incidental or consequental,
from the use of this information. Ansmann AG does not offer warranty against patent infringement.