Cell component Common chemical name / General name CAS number Concentration range
Nickel metal 7440-02-0 10 - 25%
Nickel hydroxide 12054-48-7 10 - 25%
Metal hydride alloy including one or more:
Nickel 7440-02-0 10 - 30%
Potassium hydroxide
Sodium hydroxide
Nylon
Polypropylene
n/a < 3%
Product Data Sheet
The products referenced herein are “articles” under 29 CFR 1910.1200(c) and are not subject to OSHA's requirements for material
safety data sheets under its Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200. This Product Data Sheet is provided as a service to
our customers.
Section I - Product and Company Information
Identity: Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) Batteries Manufacturer
Models: All Motorola Solutions, Inc.
Effective Date: February 22, 2021 500 W. Monroe Street, Ste 4400
Chicago, Illinois 60661-3781 USA
Phone: 1-847-576-5000
Section II – Composition Information
Motorola Solutions battery packs contain NiMH cells from various manufacturers. NiMH cells are generally composed of the following
major ingredients:
Section III – Hazards Identification
Potentially hazardous materials are fully contained in a hermetically sealed case designed to withstand normal handling and use.
Exposure could occur only if the battery or cells have been opened, disassembled, crushed, burned, exposed to high temperatures
(> 60o C or 140o F), or subjected to other types of abuse. Exposure to cell contents may be harmful under some circumstances.
Follow instructions and precautions for safe use of the battery pack.
Section IV – First Aid Measures
Cell manufacturers recommend that in case of exposure to cell contents, wash affected area for at least 15 minutes with generous
amounts of water and seek medical attention. The electrolyte is caustic and exposure may cause severe irritation or chemical burns.
Section V – Firefighting Measures
Fires involving these types of battery packs should be flooded with any available extinguishing media. Fires involving large quantities of
batteries may produce toxic, corrosive, or irritating fumes.
Section VI – Accidental Release Measures
If batteries are spilled and damaged, they should be disposed of according to the disposal section.
Section VII – Handling and Storage
The battery pack and enclosed cells should not be opened, disassembled, crushed, burned, or exposed to high temperatures (> 60o C
or 140o F).
Section VIII – Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
No personal protection is required during normal handling and use. Exposure to the ingredients contained within the cells within the
battery pack could be harmful under some circumstances. In case of exposure to cell contents, wash affected area for at least 15
minutes with generous amounts of water and seek medical attention.
Section IX – Physical and Chemical Properties
These batteries are solid articles. Properties such as odor, pH, vapor pressure, solubility, etc. are not applicable.
Section X – Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity None during normal handling and use
Incompatibility None during normal handling and use
Hazardous Decomposition Products None during normal handling and use
Conditions to Avoid The battery pack and enclosed cells should not be opened, disassembled, crushed, burned, or
exposed to high temperatures.
Section XI – Toxicological Information
There are no known toxicological properties of the batteries during normal handling and use.
Section XII – Ecological Information
There are no known ecological risks of the batteries during normal handling and use.
Section XIII – Disposal
All Motorola Solutions NiMH batteries contain recyclable materials. Recycling options available in your local area should be considered
when disposing of this product. Do not dispose in fire.
Section XIV – Transport Information
UN 3496 – Batteries, nickel-metal hydride
Motorola Solutions sealed NiMH battery packs are considered to be “dry cell” batteries are not defined as dangerous goods under the
IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, ICAO Technical Instructions and the U.S. hazardous materials regulations (49 CFR). Nickel metal
hydride batteries are defined as dangerous goods under the IMDG code. When packaged and shipped by Motorola Solutions, Inc.,
these batteries are not subject to the dangerous goods regulations as they are compliant with the requirements contained in the
following special provisions.
In addition, the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and ICAO Technical Instructions require the words “not restricted” and the Special
Provision number A199 be provided on the air waybill, when an air waybill is issued.
The requirements for shipping these batteries, in all modes of transportation, are that they be separated from each other to prevent
short-circuits and to prevent movement that could lead to short-circuits. Products must also be packed in strong packaging that can
withstand the rigors normal to transportation.
For emergencies involving Motorola Solutions battery products, call CHEMTREC at 1-800-424-9300 North America or 1-7035273887 International.
Section XV – Regulatory Information
The products referenced herein are “articles” under 29 CFR 1910.1200(c) and are not subject to OSHA's requirements for material
safety data sheets under its Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Section XVI – Other Information
Notice: The information and recommendations set forth are made in good faith and are believed to be accurate at the date of
preparation. Motorola makes no warranty expressed or implied with respect to this information and recommendations and disclaims all
liability from reliance on it.