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Material Safety Data Sheet

Date: 06/11/2003 - 1 -

Version: A-2

SECTION 1: PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

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

Sealed Lead Acid Battery Electric Storage Battery

Manufacturer’s Name: Address:

CSB Battery Technologies Inc. 2901 White Settlement Rd,

Ft. Worth TX 76107 U.S.A

SECTION 2: CONTACT

CSB Safety Department 817-244-7777 or 800-327-2872

SECTION 3: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION

(Note: Product contains toxic chemicals that are subject to the reporting requirements of Section 302 and 313 of the

Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986).

Exposure Limits (Air Exposure Limits (ug/m

)

Material % by Wt. CAS Number OSHA AGGIH NIOSH

Lead 57 7439-92-1 50 150 100

Lead Oxide 22 1309-60-0 50 150 100

Electrolyte (Sulfuric Acid) 14 7664-93-9 1 1 1

SECTION 4: PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTIC DATA

Material is solid at normal temperatures.

Electrolyte:

Boiling Point: 230° F/110°C Melting Point Lead 327.4° C

Specific Gravity: 1.215 – 1.350 Vapor Density Not determined

% Volatiles By Weight: Not Applicable Vapor Pressure Not determined

Solubility in Water: 100% (electrolyte) Evaporation Rate Not determined

Appearance and Odor:

Electrolyte is a clear liquid with an acidic odor.

SECTION 5: HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

Under normal operating conditions, the internal material will not be hazardous to your health. Only internally

exposed material during production or case breakage or extreme heat (fire) may be hazardous to your health.

Routes of Entry:

• Inhalation: Acid mist from formation process may cause respiratory irritation.

• Skin Contact: Acid may cause irritation, burns and/or ulceration.

• Skin Absorption: Not a significant route of entry.

• Eye Contact: Acid may cause sever irritation, burns, cornea damage and/or blindness.

• Ingestion: Acid may cause irritation of mouth, throat, esophagus and stomach.

Summary of content (4 pages)

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Material Safety Data Sheet SECTION 1: PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Chemical/Trade Name (as used on label) Sealed Lead Acid Battery Chemical Family/Classification Electric Storage Battery Manufacturer’s Name: CSB Battery Technologies Inc. Address: 2901 White Settlement Rd, Ft. Worth TX 76107 U.S.
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Material Safety Data Sheet Sign and Symptoms of Over Exposure: Acute Effects: Over exposure to lead may lead to loss of appetite, constipation, sleeplessness and fatigue. Over exposure to acid may lead to skin irritation, corneal damage of the eyes and upper respiratory system. Chronic Effects: Lead and its components may cause damage to kidneys and nervous system. Acid and its components may cause lung damage and pulmonary conditions.
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Material Safety Data Sheet Conditions to Avoid: High temperature. Battery electrolyte (acid) will react with water to produce heat. Can react with oxidizing or reducing agents. SECTION 8: CONTROL MEASURES: Engineering Controls: Store lead/acid batteries with adequate ventilation. Room ventilation is required for batteries utilized for standby power generation. Never recharge batteries in an unventilated, enclosed space. Work Practices: Do not remove vent caps.
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Material Safety Data Sheet Waste Disposal Method: Battery electrolyte (acid): Neutralize as above for a spill, collect residue, and place in a drum or suitable container. Dispose of as hazardous waste. Do not flush lead contaminated acid to sewer. Batteries: Send to lead smelter for reclamation following applicable Federal, state and local regulations. Product can be recycled along with automotive (SLI) lead acid batteries, or use CSB Recycling Program number (800) 3CSB/USA.