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Duracell
AIS‐Li HPL
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6. Fire Hazard & Firefighting
Fire Hazard
Batteries may rupture or leak if involved in a fire.
Extinguishing Media Use any extinguishing media appropriate for the surrounding area. For incipient
(beginning) fires, carbon dioxide extinguishers or copious amounts of water are
effective in cooling burning lithium metal batteries. If fire progresses to where lithium
metal is exposed (deep red flames), use a Class D extinguisher suitable for lithium
metal.
Fires Involving Large Quantities of
Batteries
Large quantities of batteries involved in a fire will rupture and release irritating fumes
from thermal degradation
Use a Class “D” fire extinguisher or other smothering agent such as Lith‐X, copper
powder or dry sand. If using water, use enough to smother the fire. Using an
insufficient amount of water will make the fire worse. Cooling exterior of batteries will
help prevent rupturing. Burning batteries generate toxic and corrosive lithium
hydroxide fumes. Firefighters should wear self‐contained breathing apparatus.
Detailed information on fighting a lithium metal battery fire can be found in US DOT
Emergency Response Guide 138 (Substances–Water–Reactive).
7. Handling & Storage
Handling Precautions Avoid mechanical and electrical abuse. Do not short circuit or install incorrectly.
Batteries may rupture or vent if disassembled, crushed, recharged or exposed to high
temperatures. Install batteries in accordance with equipment instructions.
Storage Precautions Store batteries in a dry place at normal room temperature. Refrigeration does not
make them last longer.
Spills of Large Quantities of Loose
Batteries (unpackaged)
Notify spill personnel of large spills. Irritating and flammable vapors may be released
from leaking or ruptured batteries. Spread batteries apart to stop shorting. Eliminate
all ignition sources. Evacuate area and allow vapors to dissipate. Clean‐up personnel
should wear appropriate personal protective equipment to avoid eye and skin contact
and inhalation of vapors or fumes. Increase ventilation. Carefully collect batteries and
place in appropriate container for disposal. Remove any spilled liquid with absorbent
material and contain for disposal.
8. Disposal Considerations (GHS Section 13)
Collection & Proper Disposal Dispose of used (or excess) batteries in compliance with federal, state/provincial and
local regulations. Do not accumulate large quantities of used batteries for disposal as
accumulations could cause batteries to short‐circuit. Do not incinerate. In countries,
such as Canada and the EU, where there are regulations for the collection and
recycling of batteries, consumers should dispose of their used batteries into the
collection network at municipal depots and retailers. They should not dispose of
batteries with household trash.
USA EPA RCRA (40 CFR 261) "Charged" lithium metal batteries meet the criteria (D003 ‐ Reactivity) of a hazardous
waste as defined under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) 40 CRT
261.23. If recycled, lithium metal batteries are classified as Universal Waste.