Deka Dry Batteries User Manual

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

BATTERY, DRY

(US, CN, EU Version for International Trade)

SECTION 1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME: Lead Acid Battery, Dry
OTHER PRODUCT
NAMES:

MANUFACTURER:
DIVISION:
ADDRESS:

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS:

NON-EMERGENCY HEALTH/SAFETY INFORMATION:
CHEMICAL FAMILY:

PRODUCT USE:

This product is considered a Hazardous Substance, Preparation or Article that is regulated under US-OSHA; CAN-WHMIS;
IOSH; ISO; UK-CHIP; or EU Directives (67/548/EEC-Dangerous Substance Labelling, 98/24/EC-Chemical Agents at Work,
99/45/EC-Preparation Labelling, 2001/58/EC-MSDS Content, and 1907/2006/EC-REACH), and an MSDS/SDS is required for
this product considering that when used as recommended or intended, or under ordinary conditions, it may present a health
and safety exposure or other hazard.

Additional Information
This product may not be compatible with all environments, such as those containing liquid solvents or extreme temperature or
pressure. Please request information if considering use under extreme conditions or use beyond current product labelling.

SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
GHS Classification:

Health Environmental Physical

Acute Toxicity – Not listed (NL)
Eye Corrosion – NL
Skin Corrosion – NL
Skin Sensitization – NL
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity – NL
Reproductive/Developmental – NL
Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated) – NL

GHS Label: Lead Acid, Dry
Symbols: None

Contact with internal components may cause irritation.
Contact with internal components may irritate skin and

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
EYES:
SKIN:
INGESTION:

INHALATION:

Battery, Dry

East Penn Manufacturing Company, Inc.
Deka Road
Lyon Station, PA 19536 USA

US: CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300
CN: CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300
Outside US: 1-703-527-3887

1-610-682-6361
This product is a dry lead acid storage battery.
Industrial/Commercial electrical storage batteries.

Aquatic Toxicity – NL NFPA – Flammable gas, hydrogen (during

charging)
CN - NL
EU - NL

Hazard Statements

Keep out of reach of children. Keep containers tightly closed.

Avoid heat, sparks, and open flame while charging batteries.

eyes.

May form explosive air/gas mixture during charging. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system,
and skin. Prolonged inhalation or ingestion may result in serious damage to health.
Pregnant women exposed to internal components may experience reproductive/
developmental effects.

Direct contact with internal components may cause severe irritation.
Direct contact with internal components may cause skin irritation.
Swallowing this product may cause irritation to the esophagus and digestive tract. Lead ingestion may
cause nausea, vomiting, weight loss, abdominal spasms, fatigue, and pain in the arms, legs and joints.
Respiratory tract irritation and possible long-term effects, if lead dust or other components are inhaled.

Precautionary Statements

Avoid contact with internal components.

PAGE 1 OF 7 East Penn Manufacturing Co., Inc.

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

BATTERY, DRY

(US, CN, EU Version for International Trade)

ACUTE HEALTH HAZARDS:

Repeated or prolonged contact may cause mild skin irritation.

CHRONIC HEALTH HAZARDS:

Lead poisoning if persons are exposed to internal components of the batteries. Lead absorption may cause nausea, vomiting,
weight loss, abdominal spasms, fatigue, and pain in the arms, legs and joints. Other effects may include central nervous
system damage, kidney dysfunction, and potential reproductive effects.

MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:

Respiratory and skin diseases may predispose one to acute and chronic effects of sulfuric acid and/or lead. Children and
pregnant women must be protected from lead exposure. Persons with kidney disease may be at increased risk of kidney
failure.

Additional Information
No health effects are expected related to normal use of this product as sold.

SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS (Chemical/Common Names): CAS No.: % by Wt: EC No.:

Lead, inorganic 7439-92-1 92 231-100-4
Antimony 7440-36-0 <1 231-146-5
Arsenic 7440-38-2 <0.01 231-148-6
Polypropylene 9003-07-0 5-10 (8) NA
NA – Not applicable/ND – Not determined

Additional Information
These ingredients reflect components of the finished product related to performance of the product as distributed into
commerce.

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

EYE CONTACT:
SKIN CONTACT:
INGESTION:
INHALATION:

SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

SUITABLE/UNSUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:

Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water, foam. Do not use water on live electrical circuits.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES & PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

Use appropriate media for surrounding fire. Do not use carbon dioxide directly on cells. Avoid breathing vapours. Use full
protective equipment (bunker gear) and self-contained breathing apparatus.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Batteries evolve flammable hydrogen gas during charging and may increase fire risk in poorly ventilated areas near sparks,
excessive heat or open flames.

SPECIFIC HAZARDS IN CASE OF FIRE:

Thermal shock may cause battery case to crack open. Containers may explode when heated.
Additional Information

Firefighting water runoff and dilution water may be toxic and corrosive and may cause adverse environmental impacts.

SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS:

Avoid Contact with Skin.

PAGE 2 OF 7 East Penn Manufacturing Co., Inc.

Flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical attention if
eye irritation persists.
Flush affected area(s) with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated
clothing. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
If swallowed, give large amounts of water. Do NOT induce vomiting or aspiration into the lungs may
occur and can cause permanent injury or death. Seek medical attention immediately
If breathing difficulties develop, remove person to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical
attention.

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

BATTERY, DRY

(US, CN, EU Version for International Trade)

ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS:

Prevent spilled material from entering sewers and waterways.

SPILL CONTAINMENT & CLEANUP METHODS/MATERIALS:

Sweep or shovel spilled material and absorbent and place in approved container. Dispose of any non-recyclable materials in
accordance with local, state, provincial or federal regulations.

Additional Information
Lead acid batteries and their plastic cases are recyclable. Contact your East Penn representative for recycling
information.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND STORAGE:

• Keep containers tightly closed when not in use.

• If battery case is broken, avoid contact with internal components.

• Do not handle near heat, sparks, or open flames.

• Protect containers from physical damage to avoid leaks and spills.

• Place cardboard between layers of stacked batteries to avoid damage and short circuits.

• Do not allow conductive material to touch the battery terminals. A dangerous short-circuit may occur and cause battery

failure and fire.

OTHER PRECAUTIONS (e.g.; Incompatibilities):

Keep away from reducing substances, strong oxidizers, extreme heat, and water.

Wash hands after handling.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

ENGINEERING CONTROLS/SYSTEM DESIGN INFORMATION:

Charge in areas with adequate ventilation.

VENTILATION:

General dilution ventilation is acceptable.

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:

Not required for normal conditions of use. See also special firefighting procedures (Section 5).

EYE PROTECTION:

Wear protective glasses with side shields or goggles.

SKIN PROTECTION:

Wear chemical resistant gloves as a standard procedure to prevent skin contact.

OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT: None required under normal use conditions for gel-type batteries.
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES & LIMITS:

OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL/TWA) Lead, inorganic (as Pb) 0.05 mg/m
Antimony 0.50 mg/m
Arsenic 0.01 mg/m
ACGIH 2007 Threshold Limit Value (TLV) Lead, inorganic (as Pb) 0.05 mg/m
Antimony 0.50 mg/m
Arsenic 0.01 mg/m
Quebec Permissible Exposure Value (PEV) Lead, inorganic (as Pb) 0.15 mg/m
Antimony 0.50 mg/m
Arsenic 0.10 mg/m
Ontario Occupational Exposure Level (OEL) Lead (designated substance) 0.10 mg/m
Antimony 0.50 mg/m
Arsenic (designated substance) 0.01 mg/m
Netherlands Maximaal Aanvaarde Concentratie (MAC) Lead, inorganic (as Pb) 0.15 mg/m
Germany Maximale Arbeitsplatzkonzentrationen (MAK) Lead, inorganic (as Pb) 0.10 mg/m
Antimony 0.50 mg/m
Occupational Exposure Standard (OES) Lead 0.15 mg/m

United

Kingdom Antimony 0.50 mg/m
Arsenic 0.10 mg/m
TWA – 8-Hour Time Weighted Average/ STE – Short Term Exposure / mg/m
Established

Additional Information

3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3

3

– milligrams per cubic meter of air/ NE – Not

PAGE 3 OF 7 East Penn Manufacturing Co., Inc.