Alkaline- Batteries Material Safety Data Sheet Edition: 2014-03-25 / Version: 12 1. IDENTIFICATION Alkaline-Batteries Sizes all VARTA Consumer Batteries Alfred-Krupp-Str. 9 73479 Ellwangen/Germany GmbH & Co. KGaA Phone ++49 (0) 7961 / 83-0 Fax ++49 (0) 800 / 8278274 Emergency Telephone Number: ++49 (0) 911 / 65372260 ................................................................................................................................................... 2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION on INGREDIENTS Substance Approximate percent of total weight -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Manganese Dioxide (MnO ) 24 - 43 2 Zinc (Zn) 9 - 18 Graphite (C) 2 - 5 Potassium Hydroxide (KOH) 3 - 8 Steel 14 - 26 Zinc Oxide (ZnO) < 0.5 Water, paper, plastic (Polyamide, Teflon), other balance Mercury (Hg) 0.00003 Lead (Pb) 0.0001 0.003 Cadmium (Cd) 0.00002 ................................................................................................................................................... 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Note: The batteries described in this Safety Data Sheet are sealed and are not harmful, as long as they are used in compliance with the manufacturer instructions. The content of the battery housing does not create a hazard, as long as the integrity of the battery housing is not affected by abuse (mechanicel, thermal, electrical). Fire, explosion and severe, burn hazard in such abuse conditions may occur. Warning: Do not charge, short circuit, puncture, deform, disassemble, heat above 85 C, incinerate or expose contents to water. Keep batteries away from small children. International Standard IEC 60086-5 contains more detailed information on safety of alkaline batteries.................................................................................................................................................. Alkaline-Batteries Page 1 / 4 Alkaline- Batteries Material Safety Data Sheet Edition: 2014-03-25 / Version: 12 4. FIRST AID MEASURES Contact to internal Battery content: Skin: Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If symptoms are present after flushing, get medical attention. Eyes: Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention. Respiratory Leave area immediately. With large quantities and irritation system: of the respiratory tract get medical attention. Ingestion: Rinse mouth and sorrounding area with water. Seek for immediate medical attention.................................................................................................................................................... 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES A. Extinguishing Media: Copious amounts of water is an effective extinguishing medium for alkaline batteries. Dry chemical type extinguishers may also be used. B. Fire Fighting Procedures: Use a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus if batteries are involved in a fire................................................................................................................................................... 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES When the battery housing is damaged, small amounts of electrolyte may leak. Seal battery air tight in a plastic bag, adding some dry sand, chalk (CaCO ) or 3 lime (CaO) powder or Vermiculite. Electrolyte traces may be wiped off dryly using household paper. Rinse with water afterwards.................................................................................................................................................... Alkaline-Batteries Page 2 / 4