Safety Data Sheet Acculan NiMH battery GA676

Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 Aesculap AG

Nickel-Metallhydrid Batterie Revision date: 08.02.2018 Product code: 00250-0021

Revision No: 1,2

Hazardous components CAS No

Chemical name EC No

Quantity Index No

REACH No

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] 12054-48-7

nickel dihydroxide 235-008-5

% 028-008-00-X

01-2119472435-36

Carc. 1A, Muta. 2, Repr. 1B, Acute Tox. 4, Acute Tox. 4, Skin Irrit. 2, Resp. Sens. 1, Skin Sens. 1, STOT RE 1, Aquatic Acute 1, Aquatic Chronic 1; H350i H341 H360D H332 H302 H315 H334 H317 H372 H400 H410 7440-48-4

cobalt 231-158-0

% 027-001-00-9

01-2119517392-44

Carc. 1B, Repr. 1B, Acute Tox. 4, Eye Irrit. 2, Resp. Sens. 1, Skin Sens. 1, Aquatic Chronic 4; H350i H360 H302 H319 H334 H317 H413 7439-96-5

Manganese

%

231-105-1 7439-91-0

01-2119449803-34

Lanthanum

%

231-099-0

01-2119971281-39

Flam. Sol. 1; H228 7440-45-1

Cerium

%

231-154-9

01-2119480148-35

Flam. Sol. 1; H228 7440-00-8

Neodymium

%

231-109-3

01-2119949263-35

Flam. Sol. 1, Self-heat. 1, Skin Irrit. 2, Eye Irrit. 2A; H228 H251 H315 H319 1310-58-3

Potassium hydroxide 215-181-3

% 019-002-00-8

01-2119487136-33

Met. Corr. 1, Acute Tox. 4, Skin Corr. 1A; H290 H302 H314 1310-73-2

caustic soda, sodium hydroxide 215-185-5

% 011-002-00-6

01-2119457892-27

Met. Corr. 1, Skin Corr. 1A; H290 H314 1310-65-2

Lithium hydroxide

%

215-183-4

01-2119560576-31

Acute Tox. 4, Skin Corr. 1B; H302 H314 7440-02-0

nickel powder 231-111-4

% 028-002-01-4

01-2119438727-29

Carc. 2, Skin Sens. 1, STOT RE 1, Aquatic Chronic 3; H351 H317 H372 H412

Full text of H and EUH statements: see section 16. Further Information Because of the cell structure the dangerous ingredients will not be available if used properly.

SECTION 4: First aid measures 4.1. Description of first aid measures General information The following first aid measures are required only in case of exposure to interior battery components after damage of the external battery casing. Undamaged, closed cells do not represent a danger to the health.

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Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 Aesculap AG

Nickel-Metallhydrid Batterie Revision date: 08.02.2018 Product code: 00250-0021

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After inhalation Ensure of fresh air. In the event of persistent symptoms receive medical treatment. After contact with skin Wash off immediately with plenty of water and soap for at least 15 minutes. Consult a doctor if skin irritation persists. After contact with eyes Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical treatment by eye specialist. After ingestion Drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician immediately. 4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

In case of electrolyte leakage: According to concentration, aqueous solution causes irritations or burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. 4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Treat symptoms.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures 5.1. Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media In case of fire use extinguishing powder, foam or CO2 5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Burning may release the following flue gases such as: carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide 5.3. Advice for firefighters Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit. Additional information If possible, remove batteries from fire fighting area. If heated above 125°C, batteries can explode/vent.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures 6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Use personal protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Avoid breathing fume and gas. 6.2. Environmental precautions Do not discharge into the drains/surface waters/ground water. 6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Take up mechanically and send for disposal. In case of electrolyte leakage: Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. acid binder, universal binder). 6.4. Reference to other sections Observe protective instructions (see Sections 7 and 8). Information for disposal see section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage 7.1. Precautions for safe handling Advice on safe handling Avoid short circuiting the cell. Avoid mechanical damage of the cell. Do not open or disassemble. Follow the directions. Print date: 29.03.2018

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Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 Aesculap AG

Nickel-Metallhydrid Batterie Revision date: 08.02.2018 Product code: 00250-0021

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Advice on protection against fire and explosion Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. 7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Requirements for storage rooms and vessels Protect from atmospheric moisture and water. Store only in original container at cool and aired place. Protect from heat and direct solar radiation. Storage temperature may not exceed 50°C (=122°F). Further information on storage conditions No special measures necessary. 7.3. Specific end use(s)

Battery

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1. Control parameters Exposure limits (EH40) CAS No

Substance

-

Cobalt and cobalt compounds (as Co)

1310-65-2

Lithium hydroxide

-

Manganese: its inorganic compounds (as Mn)

-

1310-58-3

1310-73-2

Nickel and its inorganic compounds (except nickel tetracarbonyl): nickel and water-insoluble nickel compounds (as Ni) Potassium hydroxide

Sodium hydroxide

ppm

mg/m³

-

fibres/ml

Category

Origin

0.1

TWA (8 h)

WEL

-

-

STEL (15 min)

WEL

-

-

TWA (8 h)

WEL

-

1

STEL (15 min)

WEL

-

0.5

TWA (8 h)

WEL

-

-

STEL (15 min)

WEL

-

0.5

TWA (8 h)

WEL

-

-

STEL (15 min)

WEL

-

-

TWA (8 h)

WEL

-

2

STEL (15 min)

WEL

-

-

TWA (8 h)

WEL

-

2

STEL (15 min)

WEL

Additional advice on limit values

During normal charging and discharging there is no release of product. 8.2. Exposure controls Protective and hygiene measures In case of electrolyte leakage: Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms. Use personal protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Avoid breathing fume and gas. Remove all sources of ignition. Eye/face protection In case of electrolyte leakage: Tightly fitting goggles (EN 166). Hand protection In case of electrolyte leakage: Rubber gloves

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Respiratory protection

In case of electrolyte leakage: Use protective face mask (EN 149).

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties 9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state: Colour:

Solid Various

Odour:

Odourless

Changes in the physical state 9.2. Other information No data available.

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity 10.1. Reactivity No decomposition if stored and applied as directed. 10.2. Chemical stability

Stable under normal conditions. 10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

Electrolyte and electrodes may react with water or moisture. 10.4. Conditions to avoid Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Do not puncture, crush or incinerate. 10.5. Incompatible materials No materials to be especially mentioned. 10.6. Hazardous decomposition products No hazardous decomposition products known.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information 11.1. Information on toxicological effects Toxicocinetics, metabolism and distribution There is no hazard when the measures for handling and storage are followed. Acute toxicity Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. No toxicological data available. Irritation and corrosivity Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. In case of electrolyte leakage: According to concentration, aqueous solution causes irritations or burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Sensitising effects Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. In case of electrolyte leakage: May cause an allergic skin reaction. STOT-single exposure Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Severe effects after repeated or prolonged exposure Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Print date: 29.03.2018

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Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 Aesculap AG

Nickel-Metallhydrid Batterie Revision date: 08.02.2018 Product code: 00250-0021

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Carcinogenic/mutagenic/toxic effects for reproduction Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Aspiration hazard Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Practical experience Other observations If appropriately handled and if in accordance with the general hygienic rules, no damages to health have become known.

SECTION 12: Ecological information 12.1. Toxicity There is no hazard when the measures for handling and storage are followed. 12.2. Persistence and degradability No data available. 12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

No data available. 12.4. Mobility in soil No data available. 12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment No data available. 12.6. Other adverse effects No data available. Further information Ecological injuries are not known or expected under normal use. Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations 13.1. Waste treatment methods Advice on disposal Disposal in accordance with local regulations. Waste disposal number of waste from residues/unused products WASTES NOT OTHERWISE SPECIFIED IN THE LIST; batteries and accumulators; other batteries 160605 and accumulators Contaminated packaging Dispose of contents/container to approved disposal company or local collection.

SECTION 14: Transport information Land transport (ADR/RID) 14.1. UN number:

UN 3496

14.2. UN proper shipping name:

Batteries, nickel-metal hydride

14.3. Transport hazard class(es):

9

14.4. Packing group: Classification code:

M11

Inland waterways transport (ADN) 14.1. UN number:

UN 3496

14.2. UN proper shipping name:

Batteries, nickel-metal hydride

14.3. Transport hazard class(es):

9 N-S

14.4. Packing group: Classification code: Print date: 29.03.2018

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Nickel-Metallhydrid Batterie Revision date: 08.02.2018 Product code: 00250-0021

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Marine transport (IMDG) 14.1. UN number:

UN 3496

14.2. UN proper shipping name:

Batteries, nickel-metal hydride

14.3. Transport hazard class(es):

9

14.4. Packing group:

-

Hazard label:

9

Special Provisions: Limited quantity: Excepted quantity: EmS:

117, 963 0 E0 F-A, S-I

Air transport (ICAO-TI/IATA-DGR) 14.1. UN number:

UN 3496

14.2. UN proper shipping name:

Batteries, nickel-metal hydride

14.3. Transport hazard class(es):

9

14.4. Packing group:

-

Hazard label:

9

Special Provisions: Limited quantity Passenger: Passenger LQ:

A199 Forbidden Forbidden

IATA-packing instructions - Passenger: IATA-max. quantity - Passenger: IATA-packing instructions - Cargo: IATA-max. quantity - Cargo:

SeeA199 SeeA199 SeeA199 SeeA199

14.5. Environmental hazards

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS:

no

14.6. Special precautions for user To avoid risks to human health and the environment, comply with the instructions for use. 14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of Marpol and the IBC Code The transport takes place only in approved and appropriate packaging.

SECTION 15: Regulatory information 15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture EU regulatory information

2004/42/EC (VOC):

0%

National regulatory information 15.2. Chemical safety assessment

For this substance a chemical safety assessment has not been carried out.

SECTION 16: Other information

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Nickel-Metallhydrid Batterie Revision date: 08.02.2018 Product code: 00250-0021

Revision No: 1,2

Abbreviations and acronyms ADR = Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises Dangereuses par Route RID = Règlement concernant le transport international ferroviaire de marchandises dangereuses ADN = Accord européen relatif au transport international des marchandises dangereuses par voie de navigation intérieure IMDG = International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods IATA/ICAO = International Air Transport Association / International Civil Aviation Organization MARPOL = International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships IBC-Code = International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk

GHS = Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals REACH = Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals CAS = Chemical Abstract Service EN = European norm ISO = International Organization for Standardization DIN = Deutsche Industrie Norm PBT = Persistent Bioaccumulative and Toxic vPvB = Very Persistent and very Bio-accumulative LD = Lethal dose LC = Lethal concentration EC = Effect concentration IC = Median immobilisation concentration or median inhibitory concentration Relevant H and EUH statements (number and full text) H228 Flammable solid. H251 Self-heating: may catch fire. H290 May be corrosive to metals. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H315 Causes skin irritation. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H332 Harmful if inhaled. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled . H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects. H350i May cause cancer by inhalation. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child. H360D May damage the unborn child. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life . Further Information Data of items 4 to 8, as well as 10 to 12, do partly not refer to the use and the regular employing of the product (in this sense consult information on use and on product), but to liberation of major amounts in case of accidents and irregularities. The information describes exclusively the safety requirements for the product(s) and is based on the present level of our knowledge. This data does not constitute a guarantee for the characteristics of the product(s) as defined by the legal warranty regulations. (n.a. = not applicable; n.d. = not determined)

(The data for the hazardous ingredients were taken respectively from the last version of the sub-contractor's safety data sheet.)

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