Certifications 2

- Page 2/8 – MSDS Li-SOCl2
Rev 03.January 2011
4. First Aid Measures
Handle according to emergency measures under in case of battery rupture, explosion
or leakage and evacuate personnel from contaminated area and provide good
ventilation to clear out corrosive fumes, gases or the pungent odour. Seek immediate
medical attention.
Inhalation – Remove from exposure, rest and keep warm. In severe cases, obtain
medical attention
Skin Contact – Wash off skin thoroughly with flow water for 10~15 minutes and
obtain medical attention.
Eye Contact – Irrigate thoroughly with Water for at least 15 minutes and obtain
medical attention.
Ingestion – Wash out mouth thoroughly with water and give plenty of water to drink
for vomit and obtain medical attention.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
It is effective to use cold water in order to prevent spread of fire caused by lithium
cells. However, never use hot water.
Lith-X(Class D extinguishing media) is the only effective on fires involving a few
lithium batteries. If the cells are directly involved in a fire, DO NOT USE WATER,
SAND, CO2, HALON and DRY POWDER or SODA ASH EXTINGUISHERS.
If a fire is in adjacent area, and cells are packed in their original containers, the fire
can be fought based on fuelling material, e.g. paper and plastic products.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Do not breathe vapours or touch liquid with bare hand. If the skin has come into
contact with the electrolyte, take an action in accordance with 4. First Aid Measures.
Graphite powder should be used to absorb the exudation, seal leaking battery and
graphite powder in plastic bag and dispose of Special Waste.