SDS
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Revision Date: Jul , 2013
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Inhalation:
Electrolyte: Breathing of sulfuric acid vapors or mists may cause severe respiratory
irritation.
Ingestion:
Electrolyte: May cause severe irritation of mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach.
Skin Contact:
Electrolyte: Severe irritation, burns, and ulceration.
Eye Contact:
Electrolyte: Severe irritation, burns, cornea damage, and blindness.
Effects of Overexposure – Acute:
Electrolyte: Severe skin irritation, damage to cornea may cause blindness, upper
respiratory irritation.
Effects of Overexposure – Chronic:
Electrolyte: Possible erosion of tooth enamel; inflammation of nose, throat, and
bronchial tubes.
Carcinogenic:
Electrolyte: 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 or sulfuric acid solutions contained within the 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.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:
Overexposure to sulfuric acid mist may cause lung damage and aggravate pulmonary
conditions. Contact of electrolyte with skin may aggravate skin diseases such as
eczema and contact dermatitis. Contact of electrolyte with eyes may damage cornea
and/or cause blindness. Lead and its compounds can aggravate some forms of kidney,
liver, and neurological and diseases.
Section 5:Fire - Fighting Measures
Flash Point:
Flammable Limits:
Extinguishing Media:
Auto – Ignition Temperature :
Not Applicable
Lower limit
4.10%(Hydrogen gas in air) Upper limit 74.20%
Class ABC, Dry chemical, CO2 or halon, or water spray
357℃(polypropylene), 245℃(ABS)