MSDS |
Material Safety Data Sheet |
Product and Company Information |
Hazardous Information |
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Appearance & Odour:
Sulfuric Acid is a clear liquid. Lead is metallic grey in colour. Formed lead peroxide is a dark brown in colour with a slight acidic odour.
Routes of entry:
Sulfuric Acid: Inhalation, skin, ingestion. Lead: Inhalation and Ingestion. Ingestion of lead occurs by hand to mouth contamination
Handling of lead & acid:
Hands must be washed prior to eating or drinking
Health Hazards (Acute)
Lead : Lead exposure may cause loss in appetite, diarrhea, constipation, fatigue, joint pain, and difficulty in sleeping.
Health Hazards (chronic):
Sulfuric acid: Exposure to sulfuric acid may cause scarring of skin and mucous membranes, bronchitis and erosion of tooth enamel. Lead: Prolonged exposure to lead may cause anemia, kidney damage and damage to the central nervous and reproductive systems, can have adverse effect in developing fetuses in pregnant women.
protective equipment to be used: safety glasses, rubber or neoprene gloves etc.
Instruction: Wash hands after handling |
First Aid Procedures - Sulfuric Acid |
Composition / Information on Parts |
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Skin / Eyes • Flush the affected area with water for 15 minutes • Remove contaminated clothing • If irritation continues, seek medical attention
Ingestion / Inhalation • Do not induce vomiting • Drink 2 Glass of water or milk • If difficulty in breathing occurs, move to fresh air • Seek medical attention |
Fire Fighting Measures |
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Fire and Explosion Hazards: Hydrogen and Oxygen gases are produced in cells during normal battery operation.
Mitigation: keep battery set always in Ventilated Area
Extinguisher Used: Dry Chemical Powder, Foam or CO2 |
Accidental Release Measures |
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Steps to be taken if Battery is broken: • Neutralize exposed battery parts with caustic soda or sodium bicarbonate solution • pH should be at neutral (6-8) • Collect residue in a suitable container after neutralization • Place the broken battery in a heavy-duty plastic bag or other non-metallic container • Properly recycle all battery residue and parts |
Handling and Storage |
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Battery must be Stored in a cool; dry area away from sun light, rain & combustibles. Battery shall not be stored in sealed box, unventilated areas. Avoid overheating and overcharging. Do not use organic solvents or other than manufactures recommended cleaners on the batteries. |
Exposure Controls & Personal Protection |
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During Installation
Battery Room: Normal ventilation is sufficient during normal service of battery. Do not install the batteries in a sealed/unventilated area.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eye Protection: Chemical goggles or, safety glasses with side shields and or a full-face shield. Protective gloves: Rubber or neoprene. Respiratory Protection: Acid mist/organic vapor respirator. Other Protective Equipment: Acid resistant apron or clothes.
WORK PRACTICES: Use standard lead-acid battery practices.
• Corrosive Sulfuric acid is inside the cell - Do not try to open the vent plug. • Do not dispose your old battery in unscientific manner – sell your old batteries to the Govt. authorized recyclers or Battery manufacturer • Do not expose the battery to open flames this is to prevent an explosion or fire • Use insulated tools while working on the battery. • Isolate the battery from the load while working on the battery. • Do not allow metal object to rest on the battery or fall across the terminals. Remove metal wristbands, chains and loose coins from shirt / overall pockets when working on the battery to prevent accidental shorting. • Do not attempt to move installed battery without removing the connections. |
Physical and Chemical Properties |
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Sulfuric Acid: Boiling Point: 110°C to 112°C , Melting point: N/A , Pressure: 13.8 mm Hg @ 25°C, Solubility in water: 100%, Specific Gravity 1.300 - 1.320, Appearance: clear to cloudy liquid with slightly acidic odour Lead: Melting point: 327°C, Boiling point :1680°C, Density: 11.34gm/cc, Appearance : acid saturated lead oxide is a dark reddish-brown to gray solid with slight acidic odour. |
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Stability: Battery and contents are stable in normal conditions. Avoid Overheating, overcharging which results in acid mist & Hydrogen gas generation.
The MICROTEX VRLA batteries are sealed, recombinant design that require no water addition throughout their service life, thus no contact is made with the battery’s internal components. Under normal use and handling, these batteries do not emit regulated or hazardous substances. Misuse of the product, such as overcharging, may result in the generation of sulfuric acid mist at high levels.
Hazardous Byproducts: Hydrogen gas is generated in normal operation, charging and overcharging or operating at very high temperatures. Fire may result emission of CO, CO2 and Sulfur dioxides. |
Stability and Reactivity |
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Lead level in human blood as per OSHA Safe – 42 µg/dl Allowable - 53 µg/dl |
Toxicological Information |
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Send to Government authorized lead smelter for reclamation following the local/country’s regulations.
“Product must go for recycling”
DO NOT FLUSH LEAD CONTAMINATED ACID INTO SEWER. |
Disposal of used Battery |
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Batteries, when transported by sea, surface are identified as “Batteries, Wet, Filled with Acid”. The battery(s) must be properly packed with their terminals protected from short circuit. Each battery(s) box/pack is provided with warning label |
Transportation Information |
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Warning label. Recycle symbol Indian National regulations |
Regulatory Information |
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The above information describes exclusively the safety requirements of the product and is based on our present day knowledge. It does not represent a guarantee for the product described in terms of legal warranty regulations |
Other Information |
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• Molten lead if fall on the skin - creates deep wound. • Remove all lead pieces. • Apply Burnol. • Seek medical help.
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First Aid Procedures - Lead |
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Copyright © 2009 Microtex Energy P Ltd. All rights reserved.
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Manufacture Name : |
Microtex Energy P. Ltd |
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Address : |
# 42 & 43, II Main, II Phase, Peenya Industrial Area, Bangalore - 560 058 |
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Telephone Numbers : |
(+91 80) 2839 2380 |
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Fax : |
(+91 80) 2839 7243 |
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Hazardous Component |
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Sulfuric Acid / Battery Electrolyte 1.320 sp.gr., 40wt. % conc. |
26 |
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Metallic Lead |
25 |
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Lead Oxide / Peroxide |
40 |
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Lead Sulfate |
< 4 |
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Product Identity |
: Lead Acid Battery |
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1) Valve Regulated Lead Acid Battery |
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2) Flooded / Vented Lead Acid Battery |
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: Hazardous class - Class 8 |
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: UN Identification - UN 2794 |
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: Identification table - Corrosive |
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