MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Form # 853020

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I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Chemical/Trade Name (as used on label): Chemical Family/Classification:

Lead-Acid Battery Electric Storage Battery

Manufacturer’s Name/Address Telephone

Yuasa Battery, Inc. For information and emergencies, contact

2901 Montrose Ave. Yuasa Battery Environmental Resources
Laureldale, PA 19605 Department (610) 929-5781

24-hour Emergency Response Contact

CHEMTREC DOMESTICO: 800.424.9300
CHEMTREC INTERNACIONAL: 1.703.527.3887

II. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION

Components CAS Approximate Air Air Air Exposure Limit

Number % by Weight Exposure Exposure NIOSH (ug/m3)
or Volume Limit OSHA Limit
(ug/m3) ACGIH
(ug/m3)
Inorganic Lead Compound:
Lead 7439-92-1 53 50 150 100
*Antimony 7440-36-0 0.2 500 500 --
*Arsenic 7440-38-2 0.003 10 200 --
*Calcium 7440-70-2 0.002 -- -- --
*Tin 7440-31-5 0.006 2000 2000 --
Electrolyte (sulfuric acid) 7664-93-9 10-30 1000 1000 1000
Case Material: 5-6 N/A N/A N/A
Polypropylene 9003-07-0
Polystyrene 9003-53-6
Styrene Acrylonitrite 9003-54-7
Acrylonitrite Butadiene 9003-56-9
Styrene
Styrene Butadiene 9003-55-8
Polyvinylchloride 9002-86-2
Polycarbonate --
Hard Rubber --
Polyethylene --
Plate Separator Material:
--
* Inorganic lead and electrolyte (sulfuric acid) are the primary components of every battery manufactured by
Yuasa Battery, Inc. Other ingredients may be present dependent upon battery type. Contact your Yuasa
Battery representative for additional information.
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III. PHYSICAL DATA

Electrolyte
Boiling Point: 203-204oF Specific Gravity (H20=1) 1.215 to 1.350
Melting Point: NA Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) 10
Solubility in Water 100% Vapor Density (AIR=1) Greater than 1
Evaporation Rate: (Butyl Less than 1 % Volatile by Weight NA
acetate=1)
Appearance and Odor: Manufactured article; no
apparent odor. Electrolyte is a
clear liquid with a sharp,
penetrating, pungent odor.

IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

Flash Point: NA Flammable Limits: LEL=4.1% (Hydrogen Gas) UEL=74.2%

Extinguishing media: CO2; foam; dry chemical

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: If batteries are on charge, shut off power. Use positive pressure, self-
contained breathing apparatus. Water applied to electrolyte generates heat and causes it to spatter. Wear
acid-resistant clothing.

Unusual Fire and Explosion hazards: Highly flammable hydrogen gas is generated during charging and
operation of batteries. To avoid risk of fire or explosion, keep sparks or other sources of ignition away from
batteries. Do not allow metallic materials to simultaneously contact negative and positive terminals of cells
and batteries. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for installation and service.

V. REACTIVITY DATA

Stability: Stable X_
Unstable__

Conditions to Avoid: Prolonged overcharge; sources of ignition

Incompatibility: (materials to avoid)

Sulfuric acid: Contact with combustible and organic materials may cause fire and explosion. Also reacts
violently with strong reducing agents, metals, sulfur trioxide gas, strong oxidizers and water. Contact with
metals may produce toxic sulfur dioxide fumes and may release flammable hydrogen gas.
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V. REACTIVITY DATA CONTINUED

Lead compounds: Avoid contact with strong acids, bases, halides, halogenates, potassium nitrate,
permanganate, peroxides, nascent hydrogen and reducing agents.

Hazardous Decomposition Products:

Sulfuric acid: Sulfur trioxide, carbon monoxide, sulfuric acid mist, sulfur dioxide, and hydrogen.

Lead compounds: High temperatures likely to produce toxic metal fume, vapor or dust; contact with strong
acid or base or presence of nascent hydrogen may generate highly toxic arsine gas.

VI. HEALTH HAZARD DATA

Routes of Entry:
Sulfuric acid: Harmful by all routes of entry.

Lead compounds: Hazardous exposure can occur only when product is heated, oxidized or otherwise
processed or damaged to create dust, vapor or fume.

Inhalation:
Sulfuric acid: Breathing of sulfuric acid vapors or mists may cause severe respiratory irritation.

Lead compounds: Inhalation of lead dust or fumes may cause irritation of upper respiratory tract and lungs.

Ingestion:
Sulfuric acid: May cause severe irritation of mouth, throat, esophagus and stomach.

Lead compounds: Acute ingestion may cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and severe
cramping. This may lead rapidly to systemic toxicity and must be treated by a physician.

Skin Contact:
Sulfuric acid: Severe irritation, burns and ulceration.

Lead compounds: Not absorbed through the skin.

Eye Contact:
Sulfuric acid: Severe irritation, burns, cornea damage, and blindness.

Lead compounds: May cause eye irritation.

Effects of Overexposure - Acute:

Sulfuric acid: Severe skin irritation, damage to cornea, upper respiratory irritation.

Lead compounds: Symptoms of toxicity include headache, fatigue, abdominal pain, loss of appetite,
muscular aches and weakness, sleep disturbances and irritability.
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VI. HEALTH HAZARD DATA CONTINUED

Effects of Overexposure - Chronic:

Sulfuric Acid: Possible erosion of tooth enamel, inflammation of nose, throat and bronchial tubes.

Lead compounds: Anemia; neuropathy, particularly of the motor nerves, with wrist drop; kidney damage;
reproductive changes in males and females.

Carcinogenicity:
Sulfuric acid: The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified "strong inorganic acid
mist containing sulfuric acid" as a Category I carcinogen, a substance that is carcinogenic to humans. This
classification does not apply to liquid forms of sulfuric acid or sulfuric acid solutions contained within a
battery. Inorganic acid mist (sulfuric acid mist) is not generated under normal use of this product. Misuse
of the product, such as overcharging, may result in the generation of sulfuric acid mist.

Lead compounds: Lead is listed as a 2B carcinogen, likely in animals at extreme doses. Proof of
carcinogenicity in humans is lacking at present.

Arsenic: Listed by National Toxicology Program (NTP), International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC),
OSHA and NIOSH as a carcinogen only after prolonged exposure at high levels.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:

Overexposure to sulfuric acid mist may cause lung damage and aggravate pulmonary conditions. Contact of
sulfuric acid with skin may aggravate skin diseases such as eczema and contact dermatitis. Lead and its
compounds can aggravate some forms of kidney, liver and neurologic diseases.

Emergency and First Aid Procedures:

Inhalation:
Sulfuric acid: Remove to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Lead: Remove from exposure, gargle, wash nose and lips; consult physician.

Ingestion:
Sulfuric acid: Give large quantities of water; do no induce vomiting; consult physician.

Lead: Consult physician immediately.

Skin:
Sulfuric acid: Flush with large amount of water for at least 15 minutes; remove contaminated clothing
completely, including shoes.

Lead: Wash immediately with soap and water.

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VI. HEALTH HAZARD DATA CONTINUED

Eyes:
Sulfuric Acid and Lead: Flush immediately with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes; consult
physician.

VII. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE

Spill or Leak Procedures:

Stop flow of material; contain/absorb small spills with dry sand, earth, and vermiculite. Do not use
combustible materials. If possible, carefully neutralize spilled electrolyte with soda ash, sodium bicarbonate,
lime, etc. Wear acid-resistant clothing, boots, gloves, and face shield. Do not allow discharge of un-
neutralized acid to sewer.

Waste Disposal Methods:

Spent batteries: Send to secondary lead smelter for recycling.
Place neutralized slurry into sealed containers and handle as applicable with state and federal regulations.
Large water-diluted spills, after neutralization and testing, should be managed in accordance with approved
local, state and federal requirements. Consult state environmental agency and/or federal EPA.

Handling and Storage:

Store batteries in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas with impervious surfaces and adequate containment in the
event of spills. Batteries should also be stored under roof for protection against adverse weather conditions.
Separate from incompatible materials. Store and handle only in areas with adequate water supply and spill
control. Avoid damage to containers. Keep away from fire, sparks and heat.

Precautionary Labeling:
POISON - CAUSES SEVERE BURNS
DANGER – CONTAINS SULFURIC ACID

VIII. CONTROL MEASURES

Engineering Controls:

Store and handle in well-ventilated area. If mechanical ventilation is used, components must be acid-
resistant.

Work Practices:
Handle batteries cautiously to avoid spills. Make certain vent caps are on securely. Avoid contact with
internal components. Wear protective clothing when filling or handling batteries.

Respiratory Protection:
None required under normal conditions. When concentrations of sulfuric acid mist are known to exceed
PEL, Use NIOSH or MSHA-approved respiratory protection.
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VIII. CONTROL MEASURES CONTINUED

Protective gloves:
Rubber or plastic acid-resistant gloves with elbow-length gauntlet.

Eye Protection:

Chemical goggles or face shield.

Other Protection:

Acid-resistant apron. Under severe exposure or emergency conditions, wear acid-resistant clothing and
boots.

Emergency Flushing:

In areas where sulfuric acid is handled in concentrations greater than 1% emergency eyewash stations and
showers should be provided, with unlimited water supply.

IX. OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION

NFPA Hazard Rating for sulfuric acid:

Flammability (Red) =0
Health (Blue) =3
Reactivity (Yellow) =2

Sulfuric acid is water-reactive if concentrated.

U.S DOT

The transportation of wet and moist charged (moist active) batteries within the continental United States is
regulated by the U.S. DOT through the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49 (CFR 49). These regulations
classify these types of batteries as a hazardous material. Refer to CFR 49, 173.159 for more details
pertaining to the transportation of wet and moist batteries. The shipping information is as follows:

Proper Shipping Name: Batteries, wet, filled with acid

Hazardous Class: 8
UN Identification: UN2794
Packing Group: III
Label/Placard Required: Corrosive

Some Yuasa Battery batteries have been tested and meet the non-spillable criteria listed in CFR 49,
173.159 (d) (3) (i) and (ii). Non-spillable batteries are excepted from CFR 49, Subchapter C requirements,
provided that the following criteria are met:
1. The batteries must be protected against short circuits and securely packaged.
2. The batteries and their outer packaging must be plainly and durably marked “NON-SPILLABLE” or
“NONSPILLABLE BATTERY”.
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IX. OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION CONTINUED

The exception from CFR 49, Subchapter C translates to no proper shipping name, no hazardous class, no
UN number, no packing group and no hazardous labels when transporting a non-spillable battery.
Contact your Yuasa Battery representative for additional informational regarding the classification of
batteries.

IATA

The international transportation of wet and moist charged (moist active) batteries is regulated by the
International Air Transport Association (IATA). These regulations also classify these types of batteries as a
hazardous material. The batteries must be packed according to IATA Packing Instruction 800. The shipping
information is as follows:

Proper Shipping Name: Batteries, wet, filled with acid

Hazardous Class: 8
UN Identification: UN2794
Packing Group: III
Label/Placard Required: Corrosive

Some Yuasa Battery batteries have been tested and meet the non-spillable criteria listed in IATA Packing
Instruction 806. Nonspillable batteries must be packed according to IATA Packing Instruction 806. The
shipping information for non-spillable batteries is as follows:

Proper Shipping Name: Batteries, wet, non-spillable

Hazardous Class: 8
UN Identification: UN2800
Packing Group: III
Label / Placard Required: Corrosive

In addition, some Yuasa Battery non-spillable batteries have been tested and meet the non-regulated
criteria listed in IATA special provision A67. These batteries are excepted from all IATA regulations provided
that the batteries’ terminals are protected against short circuits.
Contact your Yuasa Battery representative for additional informational regarding the classification of
batteries.

IMDG

The international transportation of wet and moist charged (moist active) batteries is regulated by the
International Maritime Dangerous Goods code (IMDG). These regulations also classify these types of
batteries as a hazardous material. The batteries must be packed according to IMDG code pages 8120 and
8121. The shipping information is as follows:

Proper Shipping Name: Batteries, wet, filled with acid

Hazardous Class: 8
UN Identification: UN2794
Packing Group: III
Label / Placard Required: Corrosive
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IX. OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION CONTINUED

Some Yuasa Battery batteries have been tested and meet the non-spillable criteria listed on page 8121.
Non-spillable batteries must be packed according to IMDG page 8121. The shipping information for non-
spillable batteries is as follows:

Proper Shipping Name: Batteries, wet, non-spillable

Hazardous Class: 8
UN Identification: UN2800
Packing Group: III
Label / Placard Required: Corrosive

In addition, some Yuasa Battery non-spillable batteries have been tested and meet the non-regulated
criteria listed in the IMDG code page 8121. These batteries are excepted from all IMDG code provided that
the batteries’ terminals are protected against short circuits.

Contact your Yuasa Battery representative for additional informational regarding the classification of
batteries.

RCRA: Spent lead-acid batteries are not regulated as hazardous waste by the EPA when recycled, however
state and international regulations may vary.

CERCLA (Superfund) and EPCRA:

(a) Reportable Quantity (RQ) for spilled 100% sulfuric acid under CERCLA (Superfund) and EPCRA
(Emergency Planning Community Right to Know) is 1,000 lbs. State and local reportable quantities for
spilled sulfuric acid may vary.
(b) Sulfuric acid is a listed “Extremely Hazardous Substance” under EPCRA, with a Threshold Planning
Quantity (TPQ) of 1,000 lbs.
(c) EPCRA Section 302 notification is required if 1,000 lbs. of more of sulfuric acid is present at one site.
The quantity of sulfuric acid will vary by battery type. Contact your Yuasa Battery representative for
additional information.
(d) EPCRA Section 312 Tier 2 reporting is required for batteries if sulfuric acid is present in quantities of
500 lbs. or more and/or if lead is present in quantities of 10,000 lbs. or more.
(e) Supplier Notification: This product contains toxic chemicals, which may be reportable under EPCRA
Section 313 Toxic Chemical Release Inventory (Form R) requirements. If you are a manufacturing facility
under SIC codes 20 through 39, the following information is provided to enable you to complete the
required reports:
Toxic Chemical CAS Number Approximate % by Wt.
Lead 7439-92-1 60
Sulfuric Acid 7664-93-9 10-30
* Antimony 7440-36-0 2
* Arsenic 7440-38-2 0.2

If you distribute this product to other manufacturers in SIC Codes 20 through 39, this information must be
provided with the first shipment of each calendar year.
The Section 313 supplier notification requirement does not apply to batteries, which are "consumer
products".
*Not present in all battery types. Contact your Yuasa Battery representative for additional information.
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TSCA

Ingredients in Yuasa Battery’s batteries are listed in the TSCA Registry as follows:

Components CAS Number TSCA Status

Electrolyte
Sulfuric Acid 7664-93-9 Listed
Inorganic Lead Compound:
Lead (Pb) 7439-92-1 Listed
Lead Oxide (PBO) 1917-36-8 Listed
Lead Sulfate (PbSO 4 ) 7446-14-2 Listed
Antimony (Sb) 7440-36-0 Listed
Arsenic (As) 7440-38-2 Listed
Calcium (Ca) 7440-70-2 Listed
Tin (Sn) 7440-31-5 Listed

CAA

Yuasa Battery, Inc. supports preventative actions concerning ozone depletion in the atmosphere due to
emissions of CFC’s and other ozone depleting chemicals (ODC’s), defined by the USEPA as Class I
substances. Pursuant to Section 611 of the Clean Air Act Amendments (CAAA) of 1990, finalized on January
19, 1993, Yuasa, established a policy to eliminate the use of Class I ODC’s prior to the May 15, 1993
deadline.

Proposition 65:

WARNING:
• This product contains lead, a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm.
• Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer.
• Wash hands after handling.