VALUE REGULATED LEAD ACID BATTERY

Material Safety Data Sheet
Revised: May 2000

Trade Name: Gel; Absorbed Electrolyte, Sealed Valve Regulated Non Spillable Battery
Classification: Battery wet, filled with acid, electric storage UN2794

Emergency Telephone Number: CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300
In Washington, D.C. or outside Continental U.S., call 1-202-483-7616

Hazardous Components

Electrolyte (Sulfuric Acid):

NOTE: CO² may be used, but not directly on the cell. The thermal shock may cause cracking of the battery case and/or cases. 
*Hydrogen gas may be generated during battery changing.

Stability: Stable          

Condition to Avoid: Prolonged overcharging, sources of ignition.

Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): Sulfuric Acid: Contact with combustibles and organic material may cause fire and explosion. Also reacts violently with strong reducing agents, metals, strong oxidizers and water. Contact with metals may produce toxic sulfur dioxide fumes and may release flammable hydrogen gas.

Hazardous Decomposition of By-Products: Sulfuric Acid: Excessive overcharging or fire may create sulfur trioxide, carbon monoxide, sulfuric acid mist, sulfur dioxide and hydrogen. Lead Compounds: Contact with strong acid or base or presence of nascent hydrogen may generate highly toxic arsine gas.

Route(s) of Entry: Not applicable under normal use. (Inhalation, skin contact and ingestion)

Carcinogenicity: 
Sulfuric Acid: The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified “strong inorganic acid mist containing sulfuric acid” as a Category 1 carcinogen, a substance that is carcinogenic to humans. This classification does not apply to liquid forms of sulfuric acid contained within a battery. Inorganic acid mist (sulfuric acid mist) is not generated under normal use of this product. Misuse of the product such as overcharging, may result in the generation of sulfuric acid mist. 
Lead Compounds: Lead is listed as a 2B carcinogen, likely in animals at extreme doses. Proof of carcinogenicity in humans is lacking at present.
Arsenic: Listed by National Toxicology Program (NTP), IARC, OSHA and NIOSH as a carcinogen only after prolonged exposure at high levels.

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Avoid contact, with absorbed electrolyte (sulfuric acid) may cause irritation of eyes, nose and throat. Contact with eyes and skin causes irritation and skin burns. Absorbed electrolyte is corrosive.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Pregnant women and children must be protected from lead exposure.

Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic): Do not open battery, avoid contact with internal components.  Internal components include lead and absorbed electrolyte.  Electrolyte is corrosive and contact may cause skin irritation and chemical burns.

Emergency and First Aid Procedures: (Sulfuric Acid)

1. Flush contacted area with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and obtain medical attention if necessary. Eye wash and/or emergency shower should be readily available.

2. If swallowed, give large volumes of water DO NOT induce vomiting, obtain medical treatment. 

Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Electrolyte material is corrosive. Contains sulfuric acid. Neutralize any spilled material. Reference 1996 North American Emergency Response Guidebook, #154

Waste Disposal Method: Lead acid batteries are completely recyclable. For information on returning batteries for recycling, contact your Dynacell representative. Dispose of any collected material in accordance with local, state or applicable federal regulations.

Other Precautions: If battery case is broken, avoid direct contact with internal components. Keep away from ignition sources during charging.

Respiratory Protection (Specific Type): N/A

Ventilation: Must be provided when charging in an enclosed area.

Protective Gloves: Recommended

Eye Protection: Recommended

Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: N/A

Work Hygienic Practices: Good personal hygiene and work practices are recommended.

Note: Sulfuric acid is water-reactive if concentrated.

U.S.DOT: The non-spillable lead acid battery complies with the provisions listed in 49CFR173.159(d) therefore, must not be marked with an identification number, such as UN2800, or a hazard label, such as corrosive. Also, having passed IATA/ICAAO special provision A67, these batteries are not subject to the air dangerous goods regulations.

RCRA: Spent lead-acid batteries are not regulated as hazardous waste when recycled. Spilled sulfuric acid is a characteristic hazardous waste. EPA hazardous waste number D002 (corrosivity)

CERCLA (Superfund) and EPCRA (Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act)

a) Reportable Quantity (RQ) for spilled 100% sulfuric acid is 1,000 lbs.
b) Sulfuric acid is a listed “Extremely Hazardous Substance” under EPCRA with a Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ) of 1,000 lbs.
c) EPCRA Section 312 Tier II reporting required for batteries if sulfuric acid is present in quantities of 500 lbs. or more and/or lead is present in quantities of 10,000 lbs. or more

California Prop 65: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.

For additional information concerning East Penn Manufacturing Co., Inc. products or questions concerning the content of this MSDS, please contact your DYNACELL representative.

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge or obtained from sources believed by us to be accurate. Before using any product, read all warnings and directions on the label.


The Federal I.D. number for East Penn's recycling facility if #23-1315454. This
recycling facility recycles used lead-acid batteries under license number EPA PAD 002330165.