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    – Material Safety Data Sheet –


    Lead Acid Battery Wet, Filled with Acid
    SECTION I
    Manufacturer’s Name: Date: March 15, 2002
    East Penn Manufacturing Co., Inc.
    Deka Road, Lyon Station, PA 19536 Trade Name: Electric Storage battery, SLI or Industrial
    battery
    Telephone Number for Information: (610) 682-6361 Classification: Battery wet, filled with acid, electric storage
    Emergency Telephone Number: CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300, UN2794
    In Washington D.C. or outside continental U.S., call 1-202-483-7616
    SECTION II
    HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION
    Hazardous Components
    Specific Chemical Identity Range
    (Common Name (s)) Percent
    OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV By Weight Average
    Lead, CAS #7439921 0.05 mg/m3 0.05 mg/m3 43-70 65
    Sulfuric Acid, CAS #7664939 1.00 mg/m3 1.00 mg/m3 20-44 25
    Antimony, CAS #7440360 0.50 mg/m3 0.50 mg/m3 0-4 <1
    Arsenic, CAS #7440382 0.01 mg/m3 0.01 mg/m3 <.01 -
    Polypropylene, CAS #9003070 - - 5-10 8
    Calcium, CAS #7440702 1.0 mg/m3 1.0 mg/m3 <1 <1
    SECTION III
    PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
    Electrolyte (Sulfuric Acid):
    Appearance and Odor: Clear, Odorless, Colorless Solubility in Water: Completely
    Boiling Point: approximately 235o F Specific Gravity (H20=1): 1.220 – 1.325
    Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1): less than 1.0 Vapor Density (AIR=1): N/A
    Melting Point: N/A Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): 13
    SECTION IV
    FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
    Flash Point (Method Used): Non-Flammable Flammable Limits: *Hydrogen Gas
    Extinguishing Media: Class ABC extinguisher, CO2 LEL: 4% UEL 74%
    Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Cool exterior of battery if exposed to fire to prevent rupture. The acid mist and vapors in a fire
    situation are corrosive. Wear special respiratory protection (SCBA) and clothing.
    Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: *Hydrogen gas, which may explode if ignited, is produced by this battery, especially when
    charging. Use adequate ventilation; avoid open flames, sparks, or other sources of ignition.
    SECTION V
    REACTIVITY DATA
    Stability: Stable Condition to Avoid: Prolonged overcharging, sources of ignition

    Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Sulfuric Acid: Contact with combustibles and organic materials may cause fire and
    explosion. Also reacts violently with strong reducing agents, metals, strong oxidizers and water. Contact with metals may produce
    toxic sulfur dioxide fumes and may release flammable hydrogen gas.

    Hazardous Decomposition of By-Products: Sulfuric Acid: Excessive overcharging or fire may create Sulfur trioxide, carbon
    monoxide, sulfuric acid mist, sulfur dioxide, and hydrogen.
    Lead Compounds: Contact with strong acid or base or presence of nascent hydrogen may generate highly toxic arsine gas.
    SECTION VI
    HEALTH HAZARD DATA
    Route(s) of Entry: Not Applicable under normal use. (Inhalation, skin contact, and ingestion)

    Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic): Do not open battery, avoid contact with internal components. Internal components are
    Oxide lead and electrolyte. Short term exposure: Sulfuric acid may cause irritation of eyes, nose, and throat. Prolonged contact
    may cause severe burns. Long term exposure: Repeated contact causes irritation and skin burns. Repeated exposure to mist may
    cause erosion of teeth, chronic eye irritation and/or chronic inflammation of the nose, throat, and bronchial tubes.
    TARGET ORGAN: (Electrolyte) respiratory system, eyes, skin, and teeth

    Carcinogenicity:
    Sulfuric Acid: The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified “strong inorganic acid mist containing
    sulfuric acid” as a Category 1 carcinogen, a substance that is carcinogenic to humans. This classification does not apply to liquid
    forms of sulfuric acid 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), IARC, OSHA and NIOSH as a carcinogen only after prolonged exposure
    at high levels.

    Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Acid contact may cause irritation of eyes, nose and throat. Breathing of mist may produce
    respiratory difficulty. Contact with eyes and skin causes irritation and skin burns. Sulfuric acid is a CORROSIVE chemical.

    Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Sulfuric Acid Mist exposure may aggravate medical conditions such as,
    pulmonary edema, bronchitis, emphysema, dental erosion, and tracheobronchitis. Pregnant women and children must be protected
    from lead exposure.

    Emergency and First Aid Procedures: (Sulfuric Acid)


    1) Flush contacted area with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and obtain
    medical attention if necessary. Eye wash and/or emergency shower should be readily available.
    2) If swallowed, give large volumes of water. DO NOT induce vomiting, obtain medical treatment.
    SECTION VII
    PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
    Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: SULFURIC ACID: Dilute spill cautiously with five to six volumes of
    water and gradually neutralize with sodium bicarbonate, soda ash or lime. When exposure level is not known, wear NIOSH
    approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. Reference North American Emergency Response Guidebook, #154.
    Waste Disposal Method: Lead-acid batteries are completely recyclable. For information on returning batteries to East Penn for
    recycling, contact your East Penn Representative. Dispose of any collected material in accordance with local, state or applicable
    federal regulations.
    Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storing: Store away from reactive material as defined in Section V, Reactivity Data.
    Place cardboard between layers of stacked batteries to avoid damage and short circuit. Do not allow metallic materials to
    simultaneously contact both terminals.
    Other Precautions: Sodium bicarbonate, soda ash, sand, or lime should be kept in same general area for emergency use. Keep
    away from sources of ignition during charging see Section IV on generation of hydrogen gas. If battery case is broken, avoid direct
    contact with internal components.
    SECTION VIII
    CONTROL MEASURES
    Respiratory Protection (Specific Type): Respirator required when PEL is exceeded or employee witnesses respiratory irritation.
    (see Section VI, Health Hazard Data).
    Ventilation: Must be provided when charging in an enclosed area. (29CFR1910.178(g) and .305(j)(7)
    Mechanical (general): Acceptable at 1 to 4 air exchanges/hour or to maintain air concentrations below the PEL.
    Local Exhaust: Preferred
    Other: Local building/fire codes may require explosion proof fans and equipment
    Protective Gloves: Acid resistant
    Eye Protection: Preferred, safety glasses, goggles, face shield
    Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Acid resistant aprons, boots, and protective clothing
    Work Hygienic Practices: Good Personal hygiene and work practices are mandatory.
    SECTION IX
    OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION

    NFPA Hazard Rating Sulfuric Acid Lead


    Health(Blue) 3 3
    Flammability (Red) 0 0
    Reactivity (Yellow) 2 0
    Note: Sulfuric acid is water-reactive if concentrated.

    U.S. DOT: Battery Wet, Filled with Acid


    Hazard Class/Division 8
    ID Number UN2794
    Packing Group III
    Label Requirement Corrosive

    CRA: Spent lead-acid batteries are not regulated as hazardous waste when recycled. Spilled sulfuric acid is a characteristic hazardous
    ste, EPA hazardous waste number D002 (corrosivity).

    ERCLA (Superfund) and EPCRA (Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know ACT)
    a) Reportable Quantity (RQ) for spilled 100% sulfuric acid is 1000 lbs.
    b) Sulfuric acid is a listed “Extremely Hazardous Substance” under EPCRA with a Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ) of 1000 lbs.
    c) EPCRA Section 312 Tier II reporting required for batteries if sulfuric acid is present in quantities of 500 lbs or more and/or lead
    is present in quantities of 10,000 lbs or more.

    lifornia Prop 65: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive
    rm.

    For additional information concerning East Penn Manufacturing Co., Inc. products or questions concerning the content of this MSDS
    please contact your East Penn representative.

    This information is accurate to the best of East Penn Mfg. Co.’s knowledge or obtained from sources believed by East Penn to be
    accurate. Before using any product, read all warnings and directions on the label.

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