GE Sensing POWER-004 Safety Data Sheet

Safety Data Sheet

Issue Date: 01-Jan-2014

Revision Date: 01-May-2018 Version 1

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1. IDENTIFICATION

Product Identifier

Product Name

Secondary Sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride Rechargeable Batteries

Other means of identification

SDS #

POWER-004

Other Information

Nominal Voltage: 1.2V.

Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use

Recommended Use

Battery

Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Manufacturer Address

Power-Sonic Corporation 7550 Panasonic Way San Diego, CA 92154

Emergency Telephone Number

Company Phone Number

1-619-661-2020

Emergency Telephone (24 hr)

INFOTRAC 1-800-535-5053 (domestic), 1-352-323-3500 (International)

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: This product is a secondary sealed nickel-metal hydride battery. The information below is intended for

repeated and prolonged contact with the battery contents in an occupational setting. In the absence of an incident or accident, it is

not likely to apply to normal product use. However, this Safety Data Sheet (SDS) contains valuable information critical to the safe

handling and proper use of this product. This SDS should be retained and available for employees and other users of this product.

Always be aware of the risk of fire, explosion, or burns. Do not short circuit the (+) and (-) terminals with any other metals. Do not

disassemble or modify the battery. Do not solder a battery directly. Keep away from fire or open flame.

Appearance Battery

Physical State Solid Article

Classification

Acute toxicity - Oral

Category 4

Skin corrosion/irritation

Category 1 Sub-category A

Serious eye damage/eye irritation

Category 1

Respiratory sensitization

Category 1

Skin sensitization

Category 1

Germ cell mutagenicity

Category 2

Carcinogenicity

Category 1A

Reproductive toxicity

Category 1B

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)

Category 1

Signal Word Danger

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Hazard Statements

Harmful if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause cancer May damage fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary Statements - Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves

Precautionary Statements - Response

Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician

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 or doctor/physician

IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention

IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician

IF SWALLOWED: Call a poison center or doctor/physician

Precautionary Statements - Storage

Store locked up

Precautionary Statements - Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Other Hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Unknown Acute Toxicity

29% of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity

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3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Name

CAS No

Weight-%

Iron

7439-89-6

23-27

Nickel

7440-02-0

17-23

Manganese

7439-96-5

6-9

Lanthanum

7439-91-0

6-9

Cerium

7440-45-1

6-9

Neodymium

7440-00-8

6-9

Potassium hydroxide

1310-58-3

2-3

Nickel hydroxide

12054-48-7

2-3

Lithium Hydroxide

1310-65-2

2-3

Cobalt Hydroxide

21041-93-0

2-3

Caustic Soda

1310-73-2

2-3

**If Chemical Name/CAS No is "proprietary" and/or Weight-% is listed as a range, the specific chemical identity and/or percentage of composition has been withheld as a trade secret.**

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES

First Aid Measures

Eye Contact

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 or doctor/physician.

Skin Contact

Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Call a poison center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. Seek immediate medical attention/advice.

Ingestion

Call a physician or Poison Control Center.

Most important symptoms and effects

Symptoms

Inhalation: During normal use inhalation is highly unlikely due to the containment of hazardous materials inside the sealed battery case. However, if the batteries are exposed to extreme heat or pressure causing a breach in the battery cell case, cadmium fumes and dust may be emitted. Inhalation of cadmium dusts or fumes may cause throat dryness, respiratory irritation, headache, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, extreme restlessness and irritability, pneumonitis and bronchopneumonia. In the case of high concentration exposures (e.g. above 1 to 5mg/m³ during an eight hour period) death may occur within several days of exposure.

Ingestion: If the battery case is breached in the digestive tract, the electrolyte may cause localized burns. Ingestion of cadmium compounds may result in increased salivation, chocking, nausea, persistent vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, amnesia, tenesmus, and kidney dysfunction.

Skin Contact: Exposure to the electrolyte inside the battery may result in severe irritation and chemical burns. Exposure to nickel may cause dermatitis for some sensitive individuals. May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Eye Contact: Exposure to the electrolyte contained inside the battery may result in severe irritation and chemical burns.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Notes to Physician

Treat symptomatically.

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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Suitable Extinguishing Media

Confining and smothering metal fires is preferable rather than applying water. Dry chemical, soda ash, lime or sand.

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media

Not determined.

Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical

See Section 2, Hazard Statements. Exposure to temperatures above 212 °F can cause venting of the liquid electrolyte, internal shorting could also cause venting of the electrolyte. There is potential for exposure to iron, nickel, cobalt, rare earth metals (cerium, lanthanum, neodymium and praseodymium), manganese and aluminum fumes during a fire.

Hazardous Combustion Products See "Specific Hazards" above.

Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal Precautions

Use personal protective equipment as required. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.

Other Information

The sealed NiMH cells when sleeved are safe if spilled. Non sleeved cells may generate short- circuits, causing release of alkaline electrolyte mist or liquid. Electrolyte reacts with zinc, aluminum, tin and other active materials releasing flammable hydrogen gas. In such case, use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.

Environmental Precautions

Prevent from entering into soil, ditches, sewers, waterways and/or groundwater. See Section 12, Ecological Information. See Section 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for Containment

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

Methods for Clean-Up

Collect all released material in a plastic lined container. Report all spills in accordance with Federal, State and Local reporting requirements.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling

Advice on Safe Handling

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Use personal protection recommended in Section 8. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wash face, hands, and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

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