Battery Information Sheet

Industrial Nickel-Cadmium cells, modules and battery systems

According to REACH regulation (EC 1907/2006, Art 31) and to OSHA regulation (29 CFR 1910.1200),
batteries are ARTICLES with no intended release. As such, they are not covered by legal requirements
to generate and supply an SDS or an MSDS.

This Battery Information Sheet is provided solely as an information

document for the purpose of assisting our customers.

1. IDENTIFICATION
1.1 Product
Industrial Ni-Cd cells and modules or battery systems composed of these cells

1.2 Supplier
Headquarters Saft S.A.S.
Address 12 rue Sadi Carnot, 93170 BAGNOLET – France
Phone/Fax Phone/Fax: +33 (0)1 49 93 19 18 /+33 (0)1 49 93 19 50
Factory Saft Bordeaux
Address 111-113, boulevard Alfred Daney, 33074 BORDEAUX - France
Phone/Fax +33 (0)5 57 10 64 00 /+33 (0)5 57 10 68 77
Factory Saft AB
Address Jungnergatan – Box 709 SE-572 28 OSKARSHAMN – Sweden
+46 491 68 000/ + 46 491 68 180
Phone/Fax
Factory Saft Nersac
Address Zone industrielle, 16440 NERSAC - France
Phone/Fax +33 (0)5 45 90 50 26 /+33 (0)5 45 90 50 71
Factory Saft Ferak a.s.
Address Raskovice 247, 73904 PRAZMO - Czech Republic
Phone/Fax +420 558 426 257/+420 558 426 300
Factory Saft Valdosta
Address 711, Industrial Boulevard, VALDOSTA, GA 31601 - USA
Phone/Fax Tel/Fax : +1 229 247 2331/+1 229 247 8486
Factory Saft Batteries Co., Ltd.
Address Zhuhai Free Trade Zone, Lianfeng Road, ZHUHAI 519030, Guangdong Province – China
Phone/Fax +86 756 881 9318/+86 756 881 9328
Factory Amco Saft India Ltd.
Address Hebbal, Bellary – Jakkur Road, Byatarayanapura, BANGALORE 560092 – India
Phone/Fax +86 756 881 9318/+86 756 881 9328

1.3 Emergency contact Chemtrec US Service within the USA: +800 424 93 00/outside : +1-202-483-7616 for English
INRS Orfila : +33(0) 1 45 42 59 59 for French

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2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

2.1 At cell level

Not chemically dangerous with normal use, where the electrode materials and the electrolyte are enclosed within the cell.
In particular, the battery should not be opened or burned. Exposure to /Ingestion of the ingredients contained within could
be harmful.

EYE CONTACT: contents of an opened cell (electrolyte) within a battery can cause severe burns.

SKIN CONTACT: Electrolyte solution inside cells can cause severe burns

2.2 At module and battery system level

HIGH VOLTAGE: Always use the large battery systems in a restricted access area. Only authorized people aware of high
voltage hazards and trained to work on such systems are allowed to enter in the battery area.

TEMPERATURE: Do not place the batteries on or near fires or other high-temperature locations (> 70°C).

3. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION OR INGREDIENTS

3.1 At cells and modules level

Component CAS Number EINECS/ELINCS Content (wt. %)*
Active nickel** 12054-48-7 235-008-5 4-15
Active cadmium*** 21041-95-2 244-168-5 7-12
Cobalt 21041-93-0 244-166-4 0-2
Alkaline electrolyte (pH=14) N/A N/A 14-40
Plastics N/A N/A 5-20
Steel N/A N/A 10-40
Nickel 7440-02-0 231-111-4 5-20
Copper 7440-50-8 231-159-6 0-10

* Quantities may vary with cell model

** Active nickel present as Ni(OH)2 and NiOOH
***Active cadmium present as Cd(OH)2 and Cd

3.2 At battery system level

Depending on the application and on customers’ requirements, modules are assembled either in a plastic, wood or steel
container.

4. HANDLING AND STORAGE

STORAGE: Store in a dry place. Since short circuit can cause burn hazard, keep batteries in original packaging until use and
do not jumble them.

HANDLING:
 Do not short (+) or (-) terminal with conductors/conductive materials.
 Do not reverse the polarity
 Do not open the battery system or modules

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  Do not submit to excessive mechanical stress.

CHARGING/DISCHARGING: Refer to Saft Instructions.

5. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

The Nickel-Cadmium cell or battery described by this Battery Information Sheet is a manufactured “article” and does not
expose the user to hazardous chemicals when used in accordance with manufacturer specifications.

Boiling Point – Not applicable Melting Point – Not applicable

Vapor Pressure – Not applicable Vapor Density – Not applicable
Specific Gravity – Not applicable Physical shape and colour as supplied

6. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY – the battery system is stable when handled and stored according to
section 4

MATERIALS TO AVOID: Do not fill cells with acidic electrolyte for e.g. lead/acid battery

CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid exposing battery to fire or temperature over 85°C. Do not disassemble, crush or short-
circuit the electrode connections or install with incorrect polarity. Avoid deformation/crushing of cells

7. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

If the cell is mechanically, thermally or electrically abused to the point of compromising the enclosuretoxic and hazardous
internal components may be exposed.

- ACUTE TOXICITY

The electrolyte:
Potassium hydroxide LD50/oral/rat: 365 mg/kg
Lithium hydroxide No data available

Fumes containing cadmium compounds:

3
Cadmium oxide LD50/oral/rat: 1,3 mg/m (30 minutes)
3
Cadmium oxide LD50/oral/mouse: 0,7 mg/m (30 minutes)

- HEALTH HAZARD

Skin contact can cause severe injury.

Eye contact rapidly causes severe damage. Risk of permanent damage.
Ingestion usually results in severe injury. Risk of permanent injuries.

8. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

There is no ecological harm when batteries are used correctly and recycled after use has ended.

Spilled/Released electrolyte: The sharp pH rise may cause harmful impact on fish, plankton and stationary organisms. If
released to water bodies, the electrolyte contained in the product can be toxic for aquatic organisms because of alkalinity.

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9. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

As with all battery systems, Ni-Cd cells must be collected separately from other waste and recycled – contact your local Saft
dealer for information
Never incinerate Ni-Cd cells
Never dispose of Ni-Cd cells in landfills

Europe: End-of-life management must be performed according to directive 2006/66/EC on batteries and accumulators and
waste batteries, accumulators and their transposition into each European Union’s Member State national legislation. Check
with Saft or with your national or local environment authority for details.

Saft has implemented a network of collection and recycling partners for waste industrial Ni-Cd batteries,
See:
http://www.saftbatteries.com/TheSaftGroup/Environment/Takebackpolicy/tabid/104/Language/en-US/Default.aspx
http://www.saftbatteries.com/TheSaftGroup/Environment/BringBackPoints/tabid/435/Language/en-US/Default.aspx

10. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

10.1 UNITED NATIONS

- UN N° : 2795

10.2 INTERNATIONAL CONVENTIONS

- Air : IATA
- Sea : IMDG
- Land : ADR (road) or RID (rail) Batteries exempted acc to special paragraph n° 598.

UN N0 NAME RAIL & ROAD (ADR) SEA (IMDG) AIR (IATA)

Proper CL Code Packing Labelling CL Risk EmS Packing Labelling CL Risk Packing Labelling
shipping group group group
name
2795 BATTERIES 8 C 11 None None 8 None F-A, None 8 8 None None 8
WET, S-B
FILLED WITH
ALKALI
Electric storage

11. REGULATORY INFORMATION

11.1 PRODUCT MARKING (EU)

Cd

11.2 PRODUCT MARKING (US)

Regulated marking includes the three pointed chasing arrows symbol, the abbreviation Ni-Cd, and the phrase
BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.

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12. FIRST AID MEASURES (not anticipated under normal use)

For contact with electrolyte:

EYE CONTACT: Rinse immediately with plenty of water during at least 15-30 minutes, seek immediate medical attention/
treatment

SKIN CONTACT: Rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical attention/treatment

INHALATION: Remove to fresh air, rinse mouth and nose with water and seek immediate medical attention/treatment.

INGESTION: If the injured is fully conscious, clear mouth with water and afterwards drink plenty of water. Do not induce
vomiting. Send immediately to hospital for medical attention/treatment.

13. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES (not anticipated under normal use)

ESTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Use Class D-Dry chemical and/or sand
Do not use water

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:

Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full fire-fighting protective clothing.
If overheated by an external source or by internal shorting, the cell may give off potassium hydroxide mist and/or hydrogen
gas.
In fire situations, fumes containing cadmium and nickel compounds may develop; danger of serious acute damage to
health by inhalation of fumes.

14. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION* (not necessary under normal use)

Handle an opened battery only in a well ventilated place.

Respiratory
Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
protection
Hand
Use polypropylene, polyethylene, rubber or Viton gloves when handling leaking or ruptured cells.
protection
Eye In case of incident or after an abusive use, in case of a leak or cell opening, wear safety glasses with protected
protection side shields or a mask covering the whole face when handling leaking or ruptured cells

Other In the event of leakage or ruptured cells, wear a rubber apron and protective clothes.

*AFNOR pictograms

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15. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES (not anticipated under normal use)

INDIVIDUAL PRECAUTIONS:
In case of fire, evacuate the employees from the area until fumes dispersal.
In case of electrolyte leakage, flush electrolyte spillage with plenty of water and beware risk of slipping/ falling.
In case of skin or eye contact, inhalation or ingestion, follow the measures described in section 12.

ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTION: Avoid sewage, surface water and underground water contamination. Avoid ground and
atmosphere contamination.

WAYS OF CLEANING: Using protective glasses and gloves, use absorbent material (sand, earth or vermiculite) to absorb any
exuded material. Seal leaking battery (unless hot) and contaminated absorbent material in plastic bag or suitable leak proff
container and send for recycling in accordance with local regulations.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

This information has been compiled from sources considered to be dependable and is, to the best of our knowledge and
belief, accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, neither exhaustively nor perfect reliability can be granted.
Information does not imply implicit or specific warranty of it.

This information relates to the specific products designated and may not be valid for such products used in combination
with any other materials or in any process. It is the user’s responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability and
completeness of this information for his particular use.

Saft does not accept liability for any loss or damage that may occur, whether direct, indirect, incidental or consequential,
from the use of this battery information sheet provided as a service to our customers. Saft does not offer warranty against
patent infringement.

Doc N˚ BIS06-12-12
12, rue Sadi Carnot
Edition: December 2012
93170 Bagnolet – France Version 1.1
Tel.: +33 (0)1 49 93 19 18
Fax: +33 (0)1 49 93 19 69 Data in this document is subject to change without notice
www.saftbatteries.com and becomes contractual only after written confirmation.

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