GreenWorks 29472 User Manual

Material Safety Data Sheet

Revision Date 16-Jan-2014

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product Name 40v Li-ion Battery (4 Ah)

UN-No

Recommended Use

Supplier Address

Hongkong Sun Rise Trading Ltd.
Room 713,No.8-9,Lane 1500,South
LianHua Road,Minhang
District,Shanghai,201108 China
Shanghai
Jiangsu
201108
CN
Phone:[phone]
Contact:Frank Mannino
Email:[e-mail]
Contact Phone[phone]

UN3480

Lithium ion battery.

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

DANGER!

Emergency Overview

Revision Number 2Issuing Date No data available

OSHA Regulatory Status

Potential Health Effects
Principle Routes of Exposure

Acute Toxicity

Eyes

Skin
Inhalation

Ingestion

In case of rupture:

Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed

Corrosive

The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes

May produce an allergic reaction

Physical State Solid. Odor NoneAppearance Varies

This product is an article which contains a sealed battery and as such does not require an
MSDS per the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard. While this material is not considered
hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200), this MSDS
contains valuable information critical to the safe handling and proper use of the product. This
MSDS should be retained and available for employees and other users of this product.

Eye contact. Skin contact.

In case of rupture: Causes burns. Corrosive to the eyes and may cause severe damage
including blindness. Risk of serious damage to eyes.
In case of rupture: Causes burns. May be harmful in contact with skin.
In case of rupture: Harmful by inhalation. Inhaled corrosive substances can lead to a toxic
edema of the lungs.
In case of rupture: Ingestion causes burns of the upper digestive and respiratory tract. Can
burn mouth, throat, and stomach. Harmful if swallowed.

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Chronic Effects

Chronic exposure to corrosive fumes/gases may cause erosion of the teeth followed by jaw
necrosis. Bronchial irritation with chronic cough and frequent attacks of pneumonia are
common. Gastrointestinal disturbances may also be seen. Avoid repeated exposure. Possible
risks of irreversible effects. May cause adverse liver effects.

Aggravated Medical
Conditions

Interactions with Other Chemicals

Environmental Hazard

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Name CAS-No Weight %

Cobalt lithium manganese nickel oxide 182442-95-1 40-70

Graphite 7782-42-5 15-40

Copper 7440-50-8 10-30

Propylene carbonate 108-32-7 5-10

Aluminum 7429-90-5 5-10

Phosphate(1-), hexafluoro-, lithium 21324-40-3 3-7

Nickel 7440-02-0 1 - 5

General Advice

Eye Contact

Allergies. Skin disorders. Respiratory disorders. Pre-existing eye disorders.

Irritants. Sensitizers. Epoxies.

See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may
cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

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4. FIRST AID MEASURES

First aid is upon rupture of sealed battery.

Immediate medical attention is required. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the
eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Keep eye wide open while rinsing. Do not rub affected area.

Skin Contact

Inhalation

Ingestion

Notes to Physician

Protection of First-aiders

Immediate medical attention is required. Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water
removing all contaminated clothes and shoes.

Move to fresh air. Call a physician or Poison Control Center immediately. If not breathing, give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Immediate medical attention is required. Do NOT induce vomiting. Drink plenty of water. Never
give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Remove from exposure, lie down. Call a
physician or Poison Control Center immediately.

Product is a corrosive material. Use of gastric lavage or emesis is contraindicated. Possible
perforation of stomach or esophagus should be investigated. Do not give chemical antidotes.
Asphyxia from glottal edema may occur. Marked decrease in blood pressure may occur with
moist rales, frothy sputum, and high pulse pressure. Treat symptomatically.

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Flammable Properties

Flash Point

Suitable Extinguishing Media

Hazardous Combustion Products

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This article contains flammable electrolytes and therefore can
cause a fire hazard if ruptured and chemicals are leaked out.

Not determined.

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local
circumstances and the surrounding environment.

Carbon oxides.

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Explosion Data
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact

No.

Sensitivity to Static Discharge

Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical

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.

NFPA Health Hazard 1

Flammability 0 Stability 0

No.

The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes.
Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and
vapors. In the event of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.

Physical and Chemical
Hazards -

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions

Environmental Precautions

Methods for Containment

Methods for Cleaning Up

Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Use personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes and clothing. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.

Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Should not be released into the
environment. Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Prevent further leakage
or spillage if safe to do so. Prevent product from entering drains.

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

In case of rupture: Cover powder spill with plastic sheet or tarp to minimize spreading and keep
powder dry. Pick up and transfer to properly labeled containers. Avoid dust formation. Clean
contaminated surface thoroughly.

Other Information

Handling

Storage

Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 7 and 8.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

In case of rupture: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep out of the reach of
children. Keep in properly labeled containers.

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