Datasheet

PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET
N°
DXK43E01en
Industrial Batteries
Non regulated
Page
5 / 7
Title :
VRLA - LEAD ACID STATIONARY BATTERIES
Data Prima Emissione:
First Issue Date
01/01/2011
Indice di Revisione:
Revision Index
7
Data Ultima Revisione:
Last Revision Date
11/08/2017
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
This information is of relevance if the battery is broken and the ingredients are released to the environment.
12.1 Electrolyte (diluted sulphuric acid)
In order to avoid damage to the sewage system, the acid has to be neutralised by means of lime or sodium
carbonate before disposal. Ecological damage is possible by change of pH. The electrolyte solution reacts
with water and organic substances, causing damage to flora and fauna. The electrolyte may also contain
soluble components of lead that can be toxic to aquatic environments
12.2 Lead and Lead compounds
Chemical and physical treatment is required for the elimination from water. Waste water containing lead must
not be disposed of in an untreated condition.
Lead metal grids are not classified as eco-toxic.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Spent lead acid batteries (EWC 160601*) are subject to regulation of the EU Battery Directive and its
adoptions into national legislation on the composition and end of life management of batteries.
Spent Lead Acid batteries are recycled in lead refineries (secondary lead smelters). The components of a
spent Lead Acid battery are recycled or reprocessed.
To simplify the collection and recycling or reprocessing process, spent Lead Acid batteries must not be mixed
with other batteries.
By no means may the electrolyte (diluted sulphuric acid) be emptied in an inexpert manner. This process is to
be carried out by the processing companies only.
*200133 EWC may be used for municipal collected batteries.