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Safety Data Sheet for Nickel Metal Hydride Battery
Document Number: RRS0541 Revision: 19 Date of prepared: 16 April 2015
Remark: “N.A.” is indicated if not applicable.
Iron
7439-89-6
20-45
Other Non-hazardous
Water, Paper, Plastic and Other
Balance
Section IV – First-aid Measures
Inhalation
If electrolyte leakage occurs, cover the victim in a blanket, move to the place of fresh air and
keep quiet. Seek medical attention immediately. When dyspnea (breathing difficulty) or
asphyxia (breath-hold), give artificial respiration immediately.
Skin Contact
If electrolyte leakage occurs, remove contaminated clothes and shoes immediately. Wash
the adherence or contact region with soap and plenty of water. Seek medical attention
immediately.
Eye Contact
If electrolyte leakage occurs, immediately flush eyes with water continuously for at least 15
minutes. Seek medical attention immediately.
Ingestion
If battery cell and electrolyte is ingested, do not induce vomiting or give food or drink. Seek
medical attention immediately.
Section V – Fire-fighting Measures
Extinguishing Media
Dry sand, chemical powder fire extinguishing medium.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
Acrid or harmful fume is emitted during fire.
Special Protective equipment and
Precautions for fire-fighters
Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Burning nickel
metal hydride batteries can produce toxic fumes including oxides of nickel,
cobalt, aluminum, manganese, lanthanum, cerium, neodymium, and
praseodymium.
Protective equipment written in Section VIII.
Section VI – Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions
Forbid unauthorized person to enter. Remove leaked materials with