MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET PRODUCT NAME: LEAD-ACID BATTERY ELECTROLYTE

Battery fluid, acid, 8, UN2796, PGII

Saft America Inc. d/b/a Alcad Standby Batteries 3 Powdered Metals Drive North Haven, CT 06473 Information: Phone 203-985-2500 Fax 203-985-2539
HMIS RATINGS NFPA RATINGS 3 Health 3 Health

For Chemical Emergency Spill, Leak, Fire, Exposure or Accident Call CHEMTREC - Day or Night 800-424-9300 Date 06/16/08
1 Flammability 1 Flammability 2 Reactivity 2 Reactivity

1. HEALTH HAZARDS
ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY: Inhalation, skin and Ingestion Will cause severe to permanent injury to eyes. May cause burns to human (and animal) tissue contacted, including eye corrosion and corneal ulceration. Toxic effects described in animals from single exposure by inhalation include respiratory irritation. Inhalation of mist may cause injury to entire respiratory tract. If ingested, may cause severe burns to the mucous membranes of the mouth and esophagus. CARCINOGENICITY: NTP: No IARC: No OSHA regulated: No Overexposure by inhalation may include irritation of the upper respiratory passages or erosion of dental surfaces. Higher exposures may lead to temporary lung irritation. Individuals with pre-existing disease of the lungs may have increased susceptibility to the toxicity of excessive exposures.

2. EMERGENCY FIRST AID

If sulfuric acid is spilled, immediately flush skin or eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before re-use. If medical treatment must be delayed, immerse the affected area in iced water or use compresses of iced water. AVOID FREEZING TISSUE. If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting; drink large quantities of water or milk. In all cases, contact a physician immediately.

3. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN DURING HANDLING AND STORAGE: Avoid rough handling. Do not store above 140F. Always have water safety showers and eyewash fountains available. OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Wear full protective clothing when handling this material.

4. REACTIVITY HAZARDS
Stable under normal conditions. INCOMPATIBILITIES (MATERIALS TO AVOID): Sulfuric acid reacts vigorously with alkaline solutions, metal powders, strong oxidizers, reducers and combustibles. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BY-PRODUCTS: Reaction with most metals will produce explosive hydrogen gas. HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.

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5. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

FLASH POINT: N/A FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LEL: N/A UEL: N/A EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water, dry chemical. Do not use carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguishers for fires in area. Use water only to cool containers. DO NOT get water in containers. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Generates heat with addition of water. Wear full protective clothing. Use NIOSH/MSHA approved positive pressure selfcontained breathing apparatus. Neutralize runoff with lime, soda ash, etc., to prevent corrosion of metals and formation of hydrogen gas. UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Sulfuric Acid can react with oxidizing or reducing materials and when heated it emits highly toxic fumes. Reacts with most metals to produce flammable and potentially explosive hydrogen.

6. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
SPECIFIC CHEMICAL IDENTITY; COMMON NAME(S) OSHA PEL Sulfuric Acid; H2S04; Battery fluid, acid, electrolyte ACGIH TLV 3 1.00 MG/M OTHER LIMITS % 28 - 32%

7. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
BOILING POINT: VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1): SOLUBILITY IN WATER: EVAPORATION REATE (BUTYL CETATE=1): APPEARANCE AND COLOR: N/A N/A N/A N/A VAPOR PRESSURE (MM HG): SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER=1): MELTING POINT: N/A N/A N/A

Clear and colorless and odorless. Sometimes cloudy.

8. ENVIRONMENTAL PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Comply with federal, state and local regulations on reporting releases, containing spills and reparation. Contain spill to smallest possible area and absorb as appropriate. Avoid splashing and misting redemption. WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Comply with federal, state and local regulations. If approved, neutralize with soda ash or lime and transfer to waste treatment system.

9. INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE CONTROL MEASURES

VENTILATION: Adequate to meet TLV requirements. RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Not normally required. If misting occurs, use proper acid canister-type full face piece (See MCA data sheet SD-201). EYE PROTECTION: Chemical splash goggles; full-length face shield. HAND PROTECTION: Rubber or plastic acid-proof gauntlet gloves. OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Rubber or plastic apron and boots; long sleeve wool, acrylic or polyester clothing; acid-proof suit and hood. WORK/HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Always use extreme care; wash thoroughly after handling.

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10. ENVIRONMENTAL REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW ACT PF 1986 (EPCRA): Sulfuric acid is subject to the reporting requirements of EPCRA, sections 302, 311, 312 and 313 (40 CFR 372): CAS# 7664-93-9 CHEMICAL NAME Sulfuric acid REPORTABLE QUANTITY 500 pounds*

*Battery electrolyte is a mixture of sulfuric acid and water. Only the amount of 100% sulfuric acid must be counted in the reportable quantity. A copy of the MSDS may be required to be filed with the local emergency planning commission, state emergency response commission and local fire department in accordance with sections of EPCRA.

Last Date Revised 06/16/08

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