1.

CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

A. Product Name: Lead / Acid Battery
B. Recommended Use of the Chemical and Restrictions on Use: Vehicle Electrical System
C. Manufacturer / Supplier / Distributor Information
Manufacturer’s Name: “Kainar – AKB” LLP
Address: Kazakhstan, Taldykorgan, Medeu str. 1
Contacts: + 7 (7282) 400-555

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
A. Hazard Classification
: Acute toxicity Category 4 (inhalation)
: Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1
: Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
: Carcinogenicity Category 1
: Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2
: Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure Category 1
: Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure Category 1
: Aquatic Chronic 1
: Aquatic Acute 1

GHS Classification:
Health Hazards Physical Hazards Environmental Hazards
Acute Toxicity – Not listed (NL) NFPA – Flammable gas, Aquatic Toxicity – NL
Eye Corrosion – Corrosive* hydrogen (during charging)
Skin Corrosion – Corrosive* CN - NL
Skin Sensitization – NL EU - NL
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity – NL
Reproductive/Developmental – NL
Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated) – NL
*as sulfuric acid

B. GHS Label Elements, Including Precautionary Statements Pictograms:

Signal Word: DANGER

Hazard Statements
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H332 Harmful if inhaled
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
H350 May cause cancer
 H370 Causes damage to organs
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary Statements
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
P264 Wash ... thoroughly after handling
P270 Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P281 Use personal protective equipment as required

Response
P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with
water/shower.
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P307+P311 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
P321 Specific treatment (see ... on this label).
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Storage
P405 Store locked up.

Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local / regional/national regulations

3. COMPOSITION & INFORMATION ON IGREDIENTS

Product Name: Lead/Acid Battery
Identification of substance
Identification of single or mixed substance product:
Mixed-substance product
Parts Material Approximate % by Wt.
Plate Lead and Lead compounds 65 – 75%
Barium compound 0.4% or below
Electrolyte About 40% dilute sulfuric 18 – 25%
 Acid (H2SO4)
Battery container Cover PP resin (synthetic resin) 5 – 10%
Separator Glass Fiber 1.5 – 2.5%
Other resin parts PP (synthetic resin), Rubber, etc. 1% or below

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
Skin: Flush the exposed skin with large amounts of water for 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing. Seek medical
attention.
Eyes: Force eyes open and rinse with clean, cool, running water for 15 minutes. Do not use eye drops or other
medication unless advised to do so by a doctor. Seek medical attention immediately after rinsing.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, drink large quantities of milk or water. Follow with milk of magnesia,
beaten egg, egg whites or vegetable oil. Seek medical attention immediately.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEAUSRE
Extinguishing Media: Class ABC extinguisher, carbon dioxide, foam, halon, water spray.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Cool exterior of battery if exposed to fire to prevent rupture. Acid mists and vapors in a
fire are corrosive. Wear protective clothing and use self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Hydrogen and oxygen gases are produced during normal battery operation and charging. These gases escape through
the battery vents and may form an explosive atmosphere around the battery if ventilation is poor. Avoid open flame,
sparks, and other ignition sources in areas where batteries are used or stored.
Sulfuric acid is an oxidizer and can ignite combustibles upon contact.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Acid mists and vapors, toxic fumes from burning plastic.
HMIS Codes: Not determined
NFPA Codes: H = 3 F = 0 R = 2 (Sulfuric acid component only)

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE OF MATERIALS

Spill and Leak Procedures:
Small spill: Neutralize the spill with baking soda, household ammonia and/or water. Rinse clean.
Large spill: Remove combustible materials and all sources of ignition. Contain spill by dinking with soda ash (sodium
carbonate) or quicklime (calcium oxide). Cover spill with neutralizing agent such as soda ash or quicklime. Mix well.
When mixture is neutral collect the residue in a suitable container and dispose of per local, state and federal waste
regulations. Wear acid resistant boots, face shield, chemical splash goggles, and acid resistant gloves. Do not release
unneutralized acid.
Heated. Combustion can produce carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide. Will release an explosive hydrogen/oxygen gas
mixture. Oxides of lead, lead and/or lead compounds may be released. Sulfuric acid may release sulfur dioxide and/or
sulfur trioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Hazardous Polymerization - Conditions to Avoid: Not applicable

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Storage Temperature:
Min: -28°C for fully charged batteries. -6°C for completely discharged batteries.
Max: 26°C for low self discharge but up to 38°C is safe.
Shelf Life: Not determined.
Special Sensitivity: Avoid direct conductive connection across positive and negative terminals to prevent short circuit.
Storage Precautions: Stack batteries to prevent accidental contact between terminal and/or other damage to terminals
or containers. Whenever feasible, store on shipping pallet or rack. Do not stack loaded pallets or racks on top of other
batteries. Store batteries in cool, well-ventilated location. Keep a supply of neutralizing agent in or near the storage area
for emergency use. Avoid storage in areas exposed to heat or solar buildup. When batteries are completely
discharged, the electrolyte will freeze when stored below -6°C. Fully charged batteries may be stored at temperatures as
low as -28°C.
Handling Precautions: Use a battery carrier to lift battery or place hands at opposite corners to avoid spilling acid
through the vents. Avoid contact with internal components of batteries. Do not smoke when working near a battery.

8. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicological Information: Not applicable
Distribution: Not determined
Chemical Fate Information: Not determined
Water Endangering Class (WGK): Not applicable

9. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
RCRA Hazard Class: D002
Waste Disposal Method: Wet storage batteries are recyclable and should be turned over to a licensed battery recycler.
Do not incinerate.
Sulfuric acid: Neutralize as for a spill; collect residue and place in suitable container; dispose as hazardous waste in
accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Do not flush lead contaminated acid into the sewer.

10. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

10.1 Batteries shall be transported in covered vehicles protecting them from mechanical damage and contamination
from atmospheric precipitation and direct sunlight. Batteries are transported and stored in vertical position, terminals
upwards.
10.2 Batteries should be stored fully charged. The density and level of the electrolyte should be checked at least once a
month. The electrolyte level should be corrected with distilled water. No topping-up is permitted.

DO NOT STORE BATTERIES WITH A BATTERY THAT HAS A LOW ELECTROLYTE LEVEL. DO NOT STORE BATTERIES THAT ARE
DISCHARGED.

It is recommended to store the battery in a cool environment, away from heaters.