MSDS for Yuasa-Exide Lead Battery, Nov 1993

NYC 9/11 Public Portal Document

■ ' HEALTH hazard OAJA tCODtinugfli

Me<lical Conditions GcnefaHv AflQfavsted_b.v Exposyre;

Overexposure to sulfuric acid mist may cause lunp damage and aggravate pu'monery conditions. Contact of sulfuric acid with skin may aggravate skin diseases Such as eciema and contact dermatitis. Lead and its compounds can ( aggravate some forms of kidney, liver and r^eurologic diseases. i Emerciencv and First . Aid Proegdures!

.Inhalation:

SuifUfic acid; Remove to fresh alf immediately. If breathing i$ difficult, give oxygen.

Lead; Remove from exposure, gargle, wash nose and lips; consult physician.

. 'QaesilSQ: Sulfuric acid; Give large quarttities of water; do. not induce vomiting; consult physician.

Lead: Consult physician immediately.

Sulfuric acid: Flush with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes; remove contaminated clothing coimpleteiy, including shoes.

Lead; Wash immediately vvith soap and water.

Exgs: Sulfuric acid and lead; Flush Immediately with large amounts of water for at least IS minutes: consult physician.

P-RECAUTIQNS FOR SAFE HANJDLIN6 AND USE

Sflifixir Leak.Proc^dMre.s;

Stop flow of material, contain/absorb small spills with dry sand, earth, vermiculite. Do not use combustible materials. If possible, carefully neutralize spilled electrolyte with soda ash, sodium bicarbonate, time. etc. Wear acid-resistant clothing, boots, gloves, and face shield. Do,not allow discharge Qf ..upneutraliz»d acid to sewer.

Waste_Di5g.osaj Methods:

Spent batteries: Send to secondary lead smelter for recycling.

Place neutralized slurry into sealed containers and dispose of as hazardous waste, as applicable. Large water'diluted spills, after neutralization and testing, should be managed In accordance with approved local, state end federsi reguirements. Consult state environmeniei agency snd/or federal 6PA.

Handiinn .and Stpraoe:

' Store batteries in cool. dry. weii-ventilated areas with impervious surfaces and adequate containment in the event J of spills. Batteries should also be stored under roof for protection aoainst advoree weather conditions. Separate from incompstlOie materials. Store and handle only In areas with adequate water supply and spill control. Avoid damage to containers. Keep away from fire, sparks and heat.

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