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NiMH Material Safety Data Sheet
NiMH Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name: Nickel Metal Hydride Battery
Chemical Systems: Nickel Metal Hydride
Designed for Recharge: Yes
SECTION I - MANUFACTURER INFORMATION
Jiangmen J.J.J. Battery Co., Ltd.
Baisha Industrial Development Area
Western Area, Jiangmen,
GuangDong, P. R. China
Telephone Number for Information: 86-750-3534405
SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The battery should not be opened or burned. Exposure to the ingredients contained within or their combustion
products could be harmful.
A) The content of elements are based on homogeneous materials level of NiMH battery:
Element Lead Cadmium
% W. t.
B) The content of elements are based on total weight of NiMH battery:
<0.1 <0.01 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1
Hexavalent
Chromium (Cr6+ )
MATERIAL OR INGREDIENTS % W. t.
Nickel
as nickel hydroxide
nickel oxide
nickel powder
Potassium Hydroxide < 20
Cobalt
as cobalt metal
cobalt oxide
cobalt hydroxide
Sodium Hydroxide < 20
Zinc
as zinc metal
zinc oxide
zinc hydroxide
Mercury 0-0.0005
Lead
as lead metal
lead oxide
Cadmium
as cadmium metal
cadmium oxide
cadmium hydroxide
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+) 0-0.0005
Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBBs)
Polybrominated Diphenyls Ethers(PBDEs)
Mercury Polybrominated
Biphenyls (PBBs)
30-50
2.5-6.0
< 3
0-0.004
<0.002
Nil
Nil
Polybrominated Diphenyls
Ethers(PBDEs)
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SECTION III - PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Boiling Point
N.A.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg)
N.A.
Vapor Density (AIR=1)
N.A.
Solubility in Water
N.A.
Appearance and Odor
Specific Gravity (H2O=1)
Melting Point
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate)
Cylindrical Shape, odorless
SECTION IV - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability Unstable Conditions to Avoid
Stable X
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts
Hazardous Polymerization May Occur Conditions to Avoid
Will Not Occur X
SECTION V -FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
N.A.
N.A.
N.A.
If fire or explosion occurs when batteries are on charge, shut off power to charger.
In case of fire where nickel metal hydride batteries are present, apply a smothering agent such as METL-X, sand,
dry ground dolomite, or soda ash, or flood the area with water. A smothering agent will extinguish burning nickel
metal hydride batteries. Water may not extinguish burning batteries but will cool the adjacent batteries and control
the spread of fire. Burning batteries will burn themselves out. Virtually all fires involving nickel metal hydride
batteries can be controlled with water. When water is used, however, hydrogen gas may evolve. In a confined
space, hydrogen gas can form an explosive mixture. In this situation, smothering agents are recommended.
Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Burning nickel metal hydride batteries can produce
toxic fumes including oxides of nickel, cobalt, aluminum, manganese, lanthanum, cerium, neodymium, and
praseodymium.
SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Under normal conditions of use, the battery is hermetically sealed.
Ingestion:
Swallowing a battery can be harmful.
Contents of an open battery can cause serious chemical burns of mouth, esophagus, and gastrointestinal tract.
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Inhalation:
Contents of an open battery can cause respiratory irritation. Hypersensitivity to nickel can cause allergic
pulmonary asthma. Provide fresh air and seek medical attention.
Skin Contact:
Contents of an open battery can cause skin irritation and/or chemical burns. Nickel, nickel compounds,
cobalt, and cobalt compounds can cause skin sensitization and an allergic contact dermatitis. Remove
contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water. If a chemical burn occurs or if irritation persists,
seek medical attention.
Eye Contact:
Contents of an open battery can cause severe irritation and chemical burns. Immediately flush eyes thoroughly
with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower lids, until no evidence of the chemical remains. Seek
medical attention.
SECTION VII- PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Storage:
Store in a cool, well ventilated area. Elevated temperatures can result in shortened battery life.
Mechanical Containment:
Never seal or encapsulate nickel metal hydride batteries.
Do not obstruct safety release vents on batteries. Encapsulation (potting) of batteries will not allow cell venting
and can cause high pressure rupture.
Handling:
Accidental short circuit for a few seconds will not seriously affect the battery. However, this battery is capable
of delivering very high short circuit currents. Prolonged short circuits will cause high cell temperatures which can
cause skin burns. Sources of short circuits include jumbled batteries in bulk containers, metal jewelry, and metal
covered tables or metal belts used for assembly of batteries into devices.
Do not open battery. The negative electrode material may be pyrophoric. Should an individual cell from a battery
become disassembled, spontaneous combustion of the negative electrode is possible. This is much more likely to
happen if the electrode is removed from its metal container. There can be a delay between exposure to air and
spontaneous combustion.
Charging:
This battery is made to be charged many times. Because it gradually loses its charge over a few months, it
is good practice to charge battery before use. Use recommended charger. Improper charging can cause heat
damage or even high pressure rupture. Observe proper charging polarity.
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SECTION VIII-ACCIDENTAL RELEASE OR SPILLAGE
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled
Batteries that are leakage should be handled with rubber gloves.Avoid direct contact with electrolyte.Wear
protective clothing and a positive pressure Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
SECTION IX-SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Ventilation Requirements:
Not necessary under normal conditions.
Respiratory Protection:
Not necessary under normal conditions.
Eye Protection:
Not necessary under normal conditions. Wear safety glasses with side shields if handling an open
or leaking battery.
Gloves:
Not necessary under normal conditions. Use neoprene or natural rubber gloves if handling an open or leaking
battery.
Open Battery Storage:
Battery should not be opened. Should a cell become disassembled, the electrode should be stored
in a fireproof cabinet, away from combustibles.
Keep batteries between -20℃ and 35℃ for prolong storage.
When the cells are closed to fully charged, the storage temperature should be between -20℃ and
30℃ and should be controlled at 10-20℃ during transportation and packed with efficient air
ventilation.
SECTION X-EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSON PROTECTION
Occupational Exposure Limits: LTEP
N.A.
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
N.A.
Ventilation Local Exhausts
N.A.
Mechanical (General)
N.A.
Protective Gloves
N.A.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
N.A.
Work / Hygienic Practices
N.A.
STEP
N.A.
Special
N.A.
Other
N.A.
Eye Protection
N.A.
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SECTION XI-ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
N.A.
SECTION XII - DISPOSAL METHOD
Dispose of batteries according to government regulations.
SECTION XIII –TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
JJJ batteries are considered to be “Dry cell”batteries and are unregulated for purposes of transportation by the U.S.
Department of Transportation(DOT), International Civil Aviation Administration (ICAO), International Air
Transport Association (IATA) and International Maritime Dangerous Goods Regulations (IMDG). The only DOT
requirement for shipping these batteries is special provision 130 which states: “Batteries, not subject to the
requirements of this subchapter only when they are offered for transportation in a manner that prevents the
dangerous evolution of heat (For example, by the effective insulation of exposed terminals). As of 1/1/97 IATA
requires that batteries being transported by air must be protected from short-circuiting and protected from
movement that could lead to short-circuiting.
SECTION XIV –REGULATORY INFORMATION
Special requirement be according to the local regulatories.
SECTION XV –OTHER INFORMATION
The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the specific material designated herein.
SECTION XVI –MEASURES FOR FIRE EXTINCTION
In case of fire, it is permissible to use any class of extinguishing medium on these batteries or their packing
material. Cool exterior of batteries if exposed to fire to prevent rupture.
Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
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