Safety Data Sheet

Safety Data Sheet for EnergyCell PLC Batteries
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*The reporting threshold for sulfuric acid is ≥ the designated TPQ or 500 lbs., whichever is less
Section XVI: Other Information
NFPA Hazard Rating for
Sulfuric Acid
Flammability (Red) = 0
Health (Blue) = 3
Reactivity (Yellow) = 2
X= Acid
Sulfuric acid is water-reactive if concentrated.
Section XV: Regulatory Information
United States
EPA
SARA Title III
EPCRA Sections 302, 304, 311 & 312
Lead-acid batteries do NOT meet the OSHA definition of an “article” (US EPA, OCT. 1998). The lead and acid
that compose these batteries must be included when determining the various thresholds for these EPCRA
section regulations. The acid in lead-acid batteries is sulfuric acid, which is an Extremely Hazardous
Substance (EHS). The following table outlines the applicable EPCRA Sections and their respective thresholds
for sulfuric acid:
EPCRA Sections ― Sulfuric Acid Thresholds
302 — Emergency Planning Notification TPQ ≥ 1,000 lbs.
304 — Emergency Release Notification RQ ≥ 1,000 lbs.
311 — MSDS Reporting *TPQ ≥ 500 lbs.
312 - Chemical Inventory Reporting (i.e. Tier II) *TPQ ≥ 500 lbs.
The lead used in lead-acid batteries does not qualify for any OSHA or EPCRA exemptions. Lead is
NOT
an
EHS, and the following table outlines the applicable EPCRA Sections and their respective thresholds for lead:
EPCRA Sections ― Lead Thresholds
311 — MSDS Reporting
≥ 10,000 lbs.
312 - Chemical Inventory Reporting (i.e. Tier II)
≥ 10,000 lbs.
EPCRA Section 313
The reporting of lead and sulfuric acid (and their releases) in lead-acid batteries used in cars, trucks, most
cranes, forklifts, locomotive engines, and aircraft for the purposes of EPCRA Section 313 is not required.
Lead-acid batteries used for these purposes are exempt for Section 313 reporting per the “Motor Vehicle
Exemption.” See page B-22 of the U.S. EPA Guidance Document for Lead and Lead Compound Reporting
under EPCRA Section 313 for additional information of this exemption.
Supplier Notification:
This product contains toxic chemicals that may be reportable under EPCRA Section 313 Toxic Chemical
Release Inventory (Form R) requirements. For a manufacturing facility under SIC codes 20 through 39, the
following information is provided to enable you to complete the required reports:
TOXIC CHEMICAL CAS NUMBER APPROXIMATE % BY WEIGHT
Lead 7439-92-1 65% to 75%
Sulfuric Acid 7664-93-9 ~20%
TSCA
Section 8b Inventory Status
All chemicals comprising this product are either exempt or
listed on the TSCA Inventory.
Section 12b (40 CFR Part 707.60[b])
No notice of export will be required for articles, except PCB
articles, unless the Agency so requires in the context of
individual section 5, 6, or 7 actions.
Section 13 (40 CFR Part 707.20)
No import certification required (EPA 305-B-99-001, June
1999, Introduction to the Chemical Import Requirements of the
Toxic Substances Control Act, Section IV.A).
RCRA
Spent lead-acid batteries are subject to streamlined handling requirements when managed in compliance with
40 CFR section 266.80 or 40 CFR part 273. Waste sulfuric acid is a characteristic hazardous waste; EPA
hazardous waste number D002 (corrosivity) and D008 (lead).
Other Federal
Regulations
Clean Air Act (CAA) Section 112 Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs) List
Lead
Clean Air Act (CAA) Section 112(r) Accidental Release Prevention (40
CFR 68.130)
Sulfuric Acid
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). List 2, Essential Chemicals
(21 CFR 1310.02(b) and 1310.04(f)(2) and Chemical Code Number
Sulfuric Acid: 6552
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). List 1 & 2 Exempt Chemical
Mixtures (21 CFR 1310.12(c))
Sulfuric Acid: 20%WV
DEA Exempt Chemical Mixtures Code Number
Sulfuric Acid: 6552
STATE
REGULATIONS
(U.S.)
Proposition 65 Warning:
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer. Wash hands after handling.
INTERNATIONAL
REGULATIONS

Distribution into Quebec to follow Canadian Controlled Product Regulations (CPR) 24(1) and 24(2).

Distribution into the EU to follow applicable Directives to the use, import, and export of the product as sold.