Datasheet

Material Safety Data Sheet Model No.: 1604A
Document Number: RPKS0112 Revision: 8 Page 4 of 4
Section XIV – Transportation Information
GP batteries are considered to be “Dry cell” batteries and are unregulated for purposes of transportation by the U.S. Department of Transportation
(DOT), International Civil Aviation Administration (ICAO), International Air Transport Association (IATA) 60th edition Special Provision A123
and International Maritime Dangerous Goods Regulations (IMDG). The only DOT requirement for shipping these batteries is special provision
130 which states: “Batteries, dry are not subject to the requirements of this subchapter only when they are offered for transportation in a manner
that prevents the dangerous evolution of heat (For example, by the effective insulation of exposed terminals). IATA requires that batteries being
transported by air must be protected from short-circuiting and protected from movement that could lead to short-circuiting.
Section XV – Regulatory Information
Special requirement be according to the local regulatories.
Section XVI – Other Information
The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the specific material designated herein.
Section XVII – Measures for fire extinction
In case of fire, it is permissible to use any class of extinguishing medium on these batteries or their packin
g material.
Cool exterior of batteries if exposed to fire to prevent rupture. Fire fighters should wear self-
contained breathing
apparatus.