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MSDS No.: TLM_HP-01 (Rev. F)

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION 1- CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Manufacturer Name- Tadiran Batteries Ltd.
US office address- 2001 Marcus Avenue, Suite 125E, Lake Success, NY 11040
Emergency Telephone No. – CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300
Tel. for information (US): 1-516-621-4980
Tel. for information (International) 972-8-944-4503
Product Name and Description: TLM, 4.1V primary lithium cell.

Chemical System and Nominal Voltage- primary lithium cells with layered structured
electrodes, with nominal voltage up to 4.1V

Models: Cylindrical batteries of types Designated for Recharge: No

Products Name: Non-rechargeable cells and batteries which include the following
models of: TLM-1520/HP, TLM-1530/HP, TLM-1550/HP, TLM-1520M, TLM-1530M,
TLM-1550M, TLM-1520UHP, TLM-1530UHP, TLM-1550UHP, TLM-1020/HP, TLM-
1030/HP and TLM-1050/HP with all their finishing versions and batteries assembled
from them, denoted by “/” followed up by letters or digits.
SECTION 2- COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient Name CAS # % of ACGIH (TLV) OSHA (PEL)
wt.
Lithium Cobalt Nickel 207803-51-8 10-30 - 0.02 mg/m3 as Co dust - 0.1mg/m3 as Co dust, and
Aluminum Oxide and fumes. fumes.
- 0.1 mg/m3 as soluble Ni - 0.015 mg/m3 as Ni
Graphite and Carbons 7782-42-5 10-20 3.5 mg/m3 TWA for carbon 2.0 mg/m3 as respirable
1333-86-4 fraction (dust)
Lithium Hexaflouro 21324-40-3 1-2 None Established None Established
Phosphate (LiPF6)
Ethylene Carbonate 96-49-1 3-12 None Established None Established
Dimethyl Carbonate 616-38-6 3-12 None Established None Established
Diethyl Carbonate 105-58-8 3-12 None Established None Established
PVDF 24937-79-9 <1 None Established None Established
Copper (Cu) 7440-50-8 7-15 0.2 mg/m3, fume 0.1 mg/m3, fume.
1.0 mg/m3, dust and mist 1.0 mg/m3, dust and mist.
Aluminum (Al) 7429-50-5 3-8 10.0 mg/m3 as dust 2 mg/m3, as soluble salt.
Steel, nickel and inert Balance
components
ACGIH: American Council of Governmental Industrial Hygienists.
TLV- Threshold Limit Value is personal exposure limits determined by ACGIH.

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IMPORTANT NOTE-1: The above levels are not anticipated under normal consumer
use conditions.

IMPORTANT NOTE-2: The cell/battery should not be opened or exposed to water

and heat because exposure to the following ingredients contained within the battery
could be harmful under some circumstances.
SECTION 3- HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
The cells described in this MSDS are hermitically sealed units, which are not
hazardous when used according to the recommendations of the manufacturer and
provide that the integrity the cells is maintained
Emergency overview: Do not short circuit, crush, immerse in water, charge, force
discharge or expose to temperature above the declared operation temperature range of
the product.
Potential health effects: Under normal conditions of use, the materials contained in
the cells are not exposed to the outside, provided the battery integrity is maintained
and seal remained intact. The risk of exposure to the internal ingredients occurs only
in case of physical (mechanical) thermal or electrical abuses.
Acute exposure- electrolyte may irritate skin and eyes.

SECTION 4 – FIRST AID MEASURES

General introduction- the chemical ingredients are contained in a hermitically sealed
cans. Thus, adequate hazard warnings are included on cell and on the package.
Practically, there is no potential for exposure to these ingredients unless the cell leaks,
or opened when exposed to high temperature, opened mechanically or electrically
abused.
On contact with eyes – Is not anticipated under normal use. If cell is leaking and
material contacts eyes, flush with copious amounts of clear, tepid water for at least 15
minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Get medical attention at once.
On contact with skin - Is not anticipated under normal use. If cell is leaking and
material contacts the skin, flush immediately with copious amounts of clear, tepid
water and wash affected area with soap and water. In severe cases obtain medical
attention.
If inhaled – Is not anticipated under normal use. If cell is leaking, remove to fresh air.
Avoid inhaling any vented gases. If irritation persists, obtain medial attention.
On ingestion – Is not anticipated under normal use. If cell is leaking, rinse mouth and
surrounding area with clear, tepid water for at least 15 minutes. Give plenty of water
to drink. Obtain medical attention.
Further Treatment- All cases of eye contamination, persistent skin irritation,
breathing of vapors and swallowed internal ingredients, should be seen by a Doctor.

SECTION 5- FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

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Extinguishing Media- Dry chemical type extinguishers, or CO2 extinguishers or

water extinguishers can be used effectively for burning cells or batteries. Water-based
foam or copious quantities of water can be used to cool down burning cell.
Fire Fighting Procedures- If cells are involved in the fire, one should wear self-
contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) to avoid breathing of irritant fumes. Full
protective clothing is necessary. During water application, caution should be
exercised as burning pieces of flammable particles may be ejected from the fire.
Evacuate all persons from immediate area of fire. DO NOT re-enter the area until it
has been thoroughly ventilated (purged) of the fire vapors and extinguishing agent.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazard- If cells or batteries are exposed to excessive
heat or fire they may flame or leak of potentially hazardous decomposition products.
Heat, charging or over-discharge they may produce hazardous decomposition
products. Burning cells emit acrid smoke, irritating fumes, and toxic fumes of
hazardous oxides of carbons, hydrofluoric acid and other toxic by-products (e.g.,
lithium oxide, aluminum, aluminum oxide, cobalt oxide, copper, copper oxide,
phosphorus pentafluoride, etc.).
Damaged or opened cells/batteries or batteries can result in rapid heating and release
of flammable vapors.

SECTION 6- SPILL OR LEAKAGE PROCEDURES

PROCEDURES TO CONTAIN AND CLEAN UP LEAKS OR SPILLS: In case of
electrolyte leakage from a cell, the leaked materials should be removed using
protective glass and protective gloves. Do not inhale the gas as much as possible. In
addition, avoid touching the material as much as possible. Remove personnel from
area until fumes dissipate. If skin has come into contact with the electrolyte, it should
be washed thoroughly with water.
NEUTRALIZING AGENTS: Sodium carbonate (Na2CO3) or 1:1 mixture of soda ash
with slaked lime.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Damaged cells that are not hot or burning should be
placed in a sealed plastic bag or container. The removal of the cells should be dealt
carefully using protective glasses and protective gloves.
PRECAUTIONS IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: avoid short-circuiting, over-
charging and heating to high temperatures. Store the batteries in dry and cool area and
keep container dry and tightly closed in well-ventilated area. Store cells away from
food and drink.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS; Never attempt to disassemble, machine, or otherwise
modify batteries or injury may result.

SECTION 7- HANDLING AND STORAGE

Cell Charging:
The TLM cells are primary cells and, as such, are not designed to be recharged from
external power source. Connecting to any other power supply can result in fire or
explosion.

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Cell Disassembly
The cells should never be disassembled, or mechanically abused.
Should a cell unintentionally crushed or opened and thus releasing its content, rubber
gloves should be used to handle all cell components. The inhalation of any vapor that
may be emitted should be avoided.
In event of inhalation, eye and skin exposure to the electrolyte, refer to Section 4
“First Aid Measures”.
Short Circuiting
As with any cell, short circuit causes heating. In addition, short circuit reduces the life
of the cell and can lead to ignition of surrounding materials. Physical contact with to
short-circuited battery can cause skin burns. Short circuit of multi-cells battery
without safety devices can result in hazardous fire.
Reverse Polarity
Avoid reversing polarity of a cell within battery pack. This can cause the cell to leak
or to flame.
Storage
Stored preferably in cool (below 30ºC), dry and ventilated area, which is subject to
little temperature change. Elevated temperatures may result in shortened cell life and
degrade performance. Temperatures above 85C may result in cell leakage.
Do not place cell near heating equipment, nor expose to direct sunlight for long period
Keep cells in original packaging until use and do not jumble them in order to prevent
short circuit.
Do not store cells in high humidity environment for long periods.
Cells should be stored separately form other material and in non-combustible, well
ventilated and sprinkler-protected structure with sufficient clearance between walls
and cell packages.
Labeling
If the Tadiran label or package warning is not visible, it is important to provide the
cell sleeve or device a label stating:
Warning: Do not short circuit, charge, puncture, incinerate, crush,
immerse in water, force discharge, or expose to temperatures above the
temperature range of the battery or battery. Risk of fire and explosion.
Others
The cell should not be immersed in water.
The cell should not be thrown in fire or expose to high temperature
Applying pressure and deforming the cell may lead to disassembly followed by
electrolyte leakage.
Follow manufacturer recommendations regarding maximum recommended current
and operating temperature range.

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SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTION

GENERAL- The following safety measures are not necessary in normal use. They
need only be applied if there is a risk that, in use or handling, the recommendations, as
outlined in Section 3, have not been followed.

ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Handling of undamaged cells requires no engineering controls. The cell should be
kept away from heat and open flame and stored in a cool dry place. When a cell is
being damaged or in the event of fire than:
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE STANDARD:
The occupational exposure limits according to ACGIH and OSHA are given in
Section 2, “Composition and Information on Ingredients” along with CAS number
and their percentage range. For all ingredients no available Biological Exposure
Indices (BEI) exist.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: None necessary under normal use. In case
electrolyte leakage from cells, protect hand with chemical resistant rubber gloves. If
cells are burning, leave the area immediately. In all fire situations, use contained
breathing apparatus.
VENTILATION: Not necessary under normal use. In case of abuse, use adequate
mechanical ventilation (local exhaust) for cell that vents gas or fumes.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: In case of spill use PVC or Nitrile gloves of 15 mils (0.015
inch) or thicker.
EYE PROTECTION: Use ANSI approved chemical worker safety goggles or face
shield.
SKIN AND BODY PROTECTION: Not necessary under normal use. Use chemical
apron and protective gloves working in case of handling of a ruptured cell or battery
WORK HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Use good hygiene practice. Wash hands after use
and before drinking, eating or smoking. Launder contaminated cloth before reuse.
SUPPLEMENTARY SAFETY AND HEALTH DATA: If the battery is broken or
leaked the main hazard is the electrolyte with moisture the electrolyte can release
Hydrofluoric Acid (HF)
Fires may be fought but only from safe fire fighting distance, evacuate all persons
from immediate area of fire.

SECTION 9 – PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

PHYSICAL STATE: Solid
APPEARANCE: Cylindrical Solid Object
ODOR: No odor. If leaking, gives off organic order
PH: Not Applicable, unless individual cell or internal
components is exposed to water.

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VAPOR PRESSURE Not applicable

VAPOR DENSITY Not applicable
BOILING POINT Not applicable
FLAMMABILITY Not applicable
MELTING AND BOILING POINTS Not applicable
MELTING AND BOILING RANGES Not applicable
IGNITION TEMPERATURE Not applicable
% VOLATILES Not applicable
FLASH POINT Not applicable
DENSITY (gr/cc): > 1.5 gr/cc
SOLUBILITY IN WATER AND OTHER Not Applicable, unless individual components
SOLVENTS exposed
EXPLOSION PROPERTIES Not applicable

SECTION 10- STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY The cell is stable under normal use and storage as

described in Section 7.
HAZARDOUS REACTIONS OCCURRING UNDER SPECIFIC CONDITIONS:
INCOMPATIBILITY None during normal operation conditions. Avoid
exposure to heat, open flam and corrosives.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Mechanical abuse such as crushing, piercing, and
disassembly.
Electrical abuse such as short-circuiting, charging,
over-discharge, (voltage reversal).
Heating above 85C, exposure to open flame and
incineration
MATERIALS TO AVOID: Strong mineral acids, water, alkali solutions, strong
oxidizing materials and conductive materials
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION None during normal operating conditions. If cell are
PRODUCTS: opened:
1. Thermal decomposition during fire produces
hazardous oxides of carbon (mainly CO and other
VOC’s) and phosphorous, hydrofluoric acid, metal
oxides as that of aluminum, nickel, cobalt and
lithium and other toxic by-products.
2. Electrolyte with water: Hydrofluoric acid (HF).

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SECTION 11 – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity information for cell ingredients is given in Section 2, “Composition and
Information on Ingredients”. This information is generally not applicable to the intact
cells normally used in application. Internal components of the cell are irritants and
sensitizes. Exposure to the internal contents can occur only if the cells or battery are
being ruptured.
1. Irritancy- in event of exposure to internal content, corrosive fumes are can result in
irritation to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Overexposure can cause symptoms of
non-fibrotic lung injury and membrane irritation.
2. Sensitation- no information is available at this time for the cell.
3. Carcinogenicity- no information is available at this time for the cell
4. Teragenocity- no information is available at this time for the cell
5. Reproductive toxicity- no information is available at this time for the cell
6. Acute toxicity- not applicable to intact cell: Nickel and Cobalt compounds are
listed as possible carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer
(IARC).

SECTION 12. - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

When properly used and disposed, cells and batteries do not present environmental
hazard. Some materials within the cells are bioaccumulative, so do not bury or throw
out into the environment.
SECTION 13- DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste disposal must be in accordance with the applicable Federal, State and the Local
regulations. Disposal of cells and batteries should be performed by permitted,
professional disposal company knowledgeable in Federal, State or Local requirements
of hazardous waste treatment and hazardous waste transportation. Incineration should
never be performed by battery users.
The TLM cells contain recyclable materials. Recycling options available in your local
area should be considered when disposing of this product, through licensed waste
carrier. The cell should have its terminal insulated in order to prevent short circuit
during the transportation to the disposal site.
RCRA Waste Code- Nonregulated.

SECTION 14- TRANSPORTATION /SHIPPING

Shipping name: Lithium metal cells and batteries, they are considered as Dangerous
Goods, e.g., UN-3090 for cells and batteries and UN-3091 for cells or batteries in
equipment or with equipment.
Shipping information- the TLM cells have been successfully passed the tests defined
in “UN Manual of Tests and Criteria”, Section 38.3 (the UN tests).
Hazard Classification:
1. Worldwide besides the United State- the TLM cells and all its finishing versions
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passed the UN-defined transport tests, and its lithium content is below 1 gram. The
cells or equipment with cells must be packed in accordance with the Packing
Instructions of the applicable code, e.g., IATA/ICAO (P968, P969 and P970), IMO
(SP188, SP230 and P903) and ADR (SP188, SP230 and P903).
2. Transportation within, to and from the US- are governed by the US DOT CFR
49, Parts 171, 172, 173 and 175. Special Provision 188 (in Part 172.102) defines the
TLM cells and all its finishing versions as “small lithium cells and batteries” and
thus, they are not considered as Class 9. Special Provision 188 details the required
packaging and labels and transportation mode of cells transported separately or in
equipment. The TLM cells cannot be shipped, within, to, and from the US by
passenger aircraft. Air shipments of cells can be done only by cargo aircraft.
Identification and labeling in compliance with the product drawing should include the
battery title, nominal voltage, lot number and warning.
BUILDING OF NEW BATTERY PACK- when manufacturing a new battery pack
using Tadiran TLM cells one must assure that they are being tested in accordance
with the UN Model Regulation, Manual of Test and Criteria, Part III, subsection 38.3.
SECTION 15- REGULATORY INFORMATION
Regulations specifically applicable to the product:
1. ACGIH and OSHA- see exposure limits of the internal ingredients of the battery in
Section 2.
2. IATA/ICAO (air transportation)- UN 3090 or 3091
3. IMDG (sea transportation)- UN 3090 or 3091
4. Transportation within the US- US DOT, 49 Code of Federal Regulations

SECTION 16- OTHER INFORMATION/DISCLAIMER

The information and the recommendations set forth are made in good faith and
believed to be accurate at the date of preparation. The present file refers to normal use
of the product in question. Tadiran Batteries makes no warranty expressed or implied
Assembly of battery packs:
The TLM cells are high power cells and thus the design and assembly of battery packs
require special skills, expertise and experience. Therefore it is not recommended that
the end user will attempt to self-assemble battey packs. It is preferable that any battery
using lithium cells will be assembled by TADIRAN to ensure proper battery design
and construction. A full assembly service is available from TADIRAN who can be
contact for further information. If for any reason, this is not possible, TADIRAN can
review the pack design in confidential to ensure that the design is safe and capable of
meeting the stated performance requirements.

REVISIONS
REVISION E- addition of TLM-1550M
REVISION F – addition of TLM-1520UHP, TLM-1530UHP, TLM-1550UHP, TLM-
1520M, TLM-1530M

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