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Gillette 37 A Street Environment Needham, MA 02492 Health and Safety Tel 781.292.8151 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Name: DURACELL PROCELL PROFESSIONAL ALKALINE BATTERIES CAS NO. Not applicable Effective Date: 11/06/2003 Rev: 3 A. IDENTIFICATION; % Formula: Mixture Mixture Manganese Dioxide 35-40 Molecular Weight: NA (1313-13-9) Zinc 10-25 Synonyms: Procell Alkaline Manganese (7440-66-6) Dioxide Potassium Hydroxide 5-10 Batteries: PC 1300 (D): PC1400 (C): (35%) (1310-58-3) PC1500 (AA): PC2400 (AAA): PC903 (Lantern): PC908 (6V); PC 915 (6V) PC918 (6V): PC1604 (9V): PC9100 (N): PC7K67 (J) and batteries comprised of these cells. Graphite, natural (7782-42-5) or synthetic (7440-44-0) B. PHYSICAL DATA Boiling Point Melting Point: Freezing Point NA F NA C NA F NA C NA F NA C Specific Gravity (H2O=1) Vapor Density (air=1) Vapor Pressure @ ____ F NA NA NA mm Hg Evaporation Saturation in Air Auto ignition Temperature ( Ether = 1) (by volume@ ____F) ______ F ________ C NA NA NA % Volatiles Solubility in water NA NA ph NA Appearance/Color Cylindrical batteries. Contents dark in color. Flash Point and Test Method(s) NA Flammable Limits in Air (% by volume) Lower NA % Upper NA % C. - REACTIVITY Stability X Stable ____ unstable Polymerization: _____ may occur X will not occur Conditions to Avoid Conditions to Avoid Do not heat, crush, disassemble, short circuit Not applicable or recharge. Incompatible Materials Hazardous Decomposition Products Contents incompatible with strong Thermal degradation may produce oxidizing agents. hazardous fumes of zinc and manganese: hydrogen gas: caustic vapors of potassium hydroxide and other toxic by-products. *IF MULTIPLE INGREDIENTS, INCLUDE CAS NUMBER FOR EACH Footnotes Not applicable NA=NOT AVAILABLE D. - HEALTH HAZARD DATA Occupational Exposure Limits PEL's TLVs, etc.) 8-Hour TWAs: Manganese Dioxide (as Mn) - 5.0 mg/m3 (Ceiling) (OSHA): 0.2 mg/m3 (ACGIH/Gillette) Potassium Hydroxide - 2 mg/m3 (Ceiling) (ACGIH) Graphite (all kinds except fibrous) - 2mg/m3 (ACGIH: (synthetic): 15 mg/m3 (total, OSHA); 5 mg/m3 (respirable, OSHA) These levels are not anticipated under normal consumer use conditions. Warning Signals Not applicable Routes/Effects of Exposure These chemicals and metals are contained in a sealed can. For consumer use, adequate hazard warnings are included on both the package and on the battery. Potential for exposure should not exist unless the battery leaks, is exposed to high temperatures or is mechanically, physically, or electrically abused. Contains concentrated (~35 %) potassium hydroxide, which is caustic. Anticipated potential leakage volume of potassium hydroxide is 2 to 20 ml, depending on size. A similar amount of zinc may also leak. 1. Inhalation Respiratory (and eye) irritation may occur if fumes are released due to heat or an abundance of leaking batteries. 2. Ingestion Not anticipated due to size of batteries; choking may occur with the smaller AAA battery. Irritation, including caustic burns/injury, may occur following exposure to a leaking battery. 3. Skin a. Contact Irritation, including caustic burns/injury, may occur following exposure to a leaking battery b. Absorption Not anticipated. 4. Eye Contact Irritation, including caustic/burns/injury, may occur following exposure to a leaking battery. 5. Other Not applicable E. - ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT 1. Applicable Regulations All ingredients listed in TSCA inventory. 2. DOT Hazard Class - Not applicable 3. DOT Shipping Name: Not applicable Please note; These batteries are not regulated by U.S.DOT or international agencies as hazardous materials or dangerous goods when shipped. Duracell uses the article name 'Alkaline Batteries - Non-hazardous' on all domestic and internal bills of lading. Environmental Effects: These batteries pass the U.S. EPA's Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure and therefore, may be disposed of with normal waste. F. - EXPOSURE CONTROL METHODS; Engineering Controls General ventilation under normal use conditions. Eye Protection None under normal use conditions. Wear safety glasses when handling leaking batteries. Skin Protection None under normal use conditions. Use neoprene, rubber or latex-nitrile gloves when handling leaking batteries. Respiratory Protection None under normal use conditions. Other Keep batteries away from small children. G. - WORK PRACTICES Handling and Storage Store at room temperature. Avoid mechanical or electrical abuse. DO NOT short or install incorrectly. Batteries may explode, pyrolize or vent if disassembled, crushed, recharged or exposed to high temperatures. Install batteries in accordance with equipment instructions. Do not mix battery systems, such as alkaline and zinc carbon, in the same equipment. Replace all batteries in equipment at the same time. Do not carry batteries loose in pocket or bag. Normal Clean Up Not applicable Waste Disposal Methods Individual consumers may dispose of spent (used) batteries with household trash. Duracell does not recommend that spent batteries be accumulated (quantities of five gallons or more should be disposed of in a secure landfill), in accordance with appropriate federal, state and local regulations. Do not incinerate, since batteries may explode at excessive temperatures. H. - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES; Steps to be taken if material is released to the environment or spilled in the work area. Notify safety personnel of large spills. Caustic potassium hydroxide may be released from leaking or ruptured batteries. Avoid eye or skin contact and inhalation of vapors. Increase ventilation. Clean-up personnel should wear appropriate protective gear. Fire and Explosion Hazard Batteries may burst and release hazardous decomposition products when exposed to a fire situation. See Sec. C. Extinguishing Media As appropriate for surrounding area. Firefighting Procedures Use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear. I. - FIRST AID AND MEDICAL EMERGENCY PROCEDURES; Eyes Not anticipated. If battery is leaking and material contacts eyes, flush with copious amounts of clear, tepid water for 30 minutes. Contact physician at once. Skin Not anticipated. If battery is leaking, irrigate exposed skin with copious amount of clear, tepid water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation, injury or pain persists, consult a physician. Inhalation Not anticipated. If battery is leaking, contents may be irritating to respiratory passages. Remove to fresh air. Contact physician if irritation persists. Ingestion Not anticipated. Rinse the mouth and surrounding area with clear, tepid water for at least 15 minutes. Consult a physician immediately for treatment and to rule our involvement of the esophagus and other tissues. Notes to Physician. 1) The primary acutely toxic ingredient is concentrated potassium hydroxide approximately 35%). 2) Anticipated potential leakage volume of potassium hydroxide is 2-20ml, depending on size. 3) This MSDS does not include or address the small button or cell batteries which can be ingested. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION; Replaces 2013.2 This MSDS covers discontinued Product No. PC926 The information contained in the Material Safety Data Sheet is based on data considered to be accurate, however, no warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of the data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof. MSDS-5 (2/00) GMEL# 2000.3