Certifications 2

February 2018 – Version 2.0 – Li-SOCl
2
single cells and multi-cell battery systems Page 6
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen (H
2
) as well as lithium oxide (Li
2
O) and lithium hydroxide (LiOH) dust
are produced in case of reaction of lithium metal with water (hydrolysis).
Chlorine (Cl
2
), sulfur dioxide (SO
2
) and disulfur dichloride (S
2
Cl
2
) are produced in case of thermal decomposition of thionyl
dichloride above 100°C. Hydrochloric acid (HCl) and sulfur dioxide (SO
2
) are produced in case of reaction of thionyl
dichloride with water at room temperature.
Hydrochloric acid (HCl) fumes, lithium oxide (Li
2
O), lithium hydroxide (LiOH) and aluminium hydroxide (Al(OH)
3
) dust are
produced in case of reaction of lithium tetrachloroaluminate (LiAlCl
4
) with water.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
There is no risk, unless the battery ruptures. In the event of accidental exposure to internal contents, corrosive fumes will
cause severe skin, eye and mucous membrane irritation. Medical conditions are generally aggravated by exposure to
battery internal contents: eczema, skin allergies, lung injuries, asthma and other respiratory disorders may occur.
Overexposure may cause symptoms of non-fibrotic lung injury and ingestion can cause tissue damage to throat and gastro-
respiratory tract.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
The batteries do not contain mercury, cadmium or other heavy metals.
Eco-toxicity None known if used/disposed of correctly.
Mammalian affects None known if used/disposed of correctly.
Bioaccumulation potential None known if used/disposed of correctly.
Environmental fate None known if used/disposed of correctly.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Batteries do not contain hazardous materials according to EC Directives 91/157/EEC, 93/86/EEC, and 2002/95/EC (RoHS)
Directive). Battery recycling is either mandatory or recommended: The European Directive 2006/66/EC has been
implemented by most EC member states.
Dispose of in accordance with local laws and regulations. Store material for disposal as indicated in Section 4. A disposal
service is offered upon request by Tadiran Batteries.
Do not incinerate, or subject cells to temperatures in excess of 100°C (or 150°C for LSH20-150 cells and the battery packs
assembled from them). Such abuse can result in loss of seal, electrolyte leakage and/or violent disassembly with risk of
material projections.
For additional information a Technical Notice is available upon request.
See the section on “Sustainability & Environment” on https://www.saftbatteries.com/about-us/environmental-responsibility
The recycling of batteries must only be conducted by fully trained personnel of licensed recyclers. Attempting to dismantle
batteries or modules into individual cells may lead to serious injuries or death due to high electrical voltage and/or energy.
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Note: when manufacturing a new battery pack, one must assure that it has fulfilled the tests according to the UN Model
Regulations, Manuel of Tests and Criteria, Part III, subsection 38.3.