SDS

Article Information Sheet (AIS)
Handling Precautions
Storage Precautions
9. Transport Information (GHS Section 14)
USA DOT (49 CFR 173.184 (d)) d) Lithium cells or batteries shipped for disposal or recycling. A lithium cell or battery,
including a lithium cell or battery contained in equipment, that is transported by motor
vehicle to a permitted storage facility or disposal site, or for purposes of recycling, is
excepted from the testing and record keeping requirements of paragraph (a) and the
specification packaging requirements of paragraph (b)(3) of this section, when packed in
a strong outer packaging conforming to the requirements of §§173.24 and 173.24a. A
lithium cell or battery that meets the size, packaging, and hazard communication
conditions in paragraph (c)(1)-(3) of this section is excepted from subparts C through H of
part 172 of this subchapter.
7. Handling & Storage
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).
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.
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 PPE 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
USA EPA RCRA (40 CFR 261)
California Universal Waste Rule (Cal.
Code Regs. Title 22, Div. 4.5, Ch. 23)
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.
"Charged" lithium coin 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 coin batteries are classified as Universal Waste.
California prohibits disposal of batteries as trash (including household trash).
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