SAFETY DATA SHEET FOR A

4 WHEELER LEAD ACID BATTERY Date: 15.11.2019

Section 1 – Chemical product and company identification

1.1 Product Name : 4 Wheeler Lead Acid Battery
1.2 Name of the supplier : Amara Raja Batteries Ltd.
Address : Karakambadi, Tirupati – 517 520, Andhra Pradesh, India

Emergency Contact : David Chen - 0413 381 228

Phone : +61 3 9588 1888
FaxNumber : +61 3 9588 0838
E-mail : adminvic@[Link]
1.3 Recommended Uses : Rechargeable Storage Batteries
1.4 Restrictions : NA

Section 2 – Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP/GHS]

Material is an article. No health effects are expected during normal use of this product as sold. Hazardous exposure may
occur when the product is heated, oxidized or otherwise processed, damaged or subjected to misuse. Follow
manufacturer’s instructions for installation, service and use

Health
GHS Hazard Hazard 2008/9/EC
code class/category statement code Labels

H302 Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Harmful if swallowed HP 6

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Causes severe skin burns

H314 Skin corrosion Category 1A HP 8
and eye damage

Specific target organ

toxicity, single Might cause respiratory
H335 Category 3 HP5
exposure, Respiratory irritation
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tract irritation
Suspected damaging of
H361 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 fertility or the unborn HP 10
child
Environment
GHS Hazard Hazard 2008/98/EC
code class/category statement code Labels
Hazardous to the
aquatic Toxicity to aquatic life
H 411 Category 2 HP 14
environment, acute with long lasting effect
hazard

Physical/ Chemical
Under abnormal use in not ventilated rooms may form explosive air/gas mixture during charging or when extreme
overcharging / Extremely flammable gas (hydrogen) / Explosive, fire, blast or projection hazard

GHS Hazard 2008/98/EC

Hazard class/category Labels
code statement code

H203 Explosives Division 1.3 Explosive; fire, blast N/A

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Section 3 – Composition/information on ingredients

Air Exposure Limits (g/m3)

Principal Components % by
C.A.S. # NIO
(Chemical & Common Name) Weight OSHA ACGIH
SH
Inorganic compounds of
Lead 7439-92-1 55 - 65 50 150 100
Calcium 7440-70-2 0.02 max -- -- --
Tin 7440-31-5 0.13 max 2000 2000 --
Antimony 7440-36-0 0.23 max 500 500 --
Arsenic 7440-38-2 0.01 max 10 200 --
Sulphuric Acid (Electrolyte) 7664-93-9 25 - 35 1000 1000 1000
Poly Propylene (Battery Case) 9003-07-0 8-9 NA NA NA
Poly Ethylene (Separator) 9002-88-4 1-2 NA NA NA

Note: Lead and electrolyte (sulphuric acid) are the primary components of every battery manufactured by Amara
raja Batteries Ltd. Other ingredients may be present dependent upon battery type. Polypropylene is the principal
case material of automotive and commercial batteries. Contact your Amara raja Batteries representative for
additional information.

Section 4 – First-aid measures

Note: Under normal conditions of battery use, internal components will not present a health hazard. The following
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information is provided for battery electrolyte (acid) and lead for exposures that may occur during battery
production or container breakage or under extreme heat conditions such as fire.

Exposure Route Symptoms Anticipated Effects Measures to be taken

Sulfuric Acid: Breathing of
 Acid vapors can be
sulfuric acid vapors or mists
released due to
may cause severe respiratory
overcharging or abuse of
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irritation.
Respiratory the battery.
After inhalation Lead Compounds:
irritation  In such cases, move
Inhalation of lead dust or
exposed person to fresh air
fumes may cause irritation of
if he finds inconvenient or
upper respiratory tract and
becomes fatigue.
lung
 Flush the contacted area
Sulfuric Acid: Severe
with large amount of water
irritation, burns and ulcers.
After skin contact Skin burns and mild soap.
Lead Compounds: Not
 If irritation develops, seek
absorbed through the skin
medical attention.
Sulfuric Acid: Severe  Immediately flush with
irritation, burns, cornea water for at least 15
After eye contact Eye irritation damage, and blindness. minutes.
Lead Compounds: May  If irritation develops, seek
cause eye irritation. prompt medical attention

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 If vomiting occurs, lean
Sulfuric Acid: May cause patient forward or place on
severe irritation of mouth, left side (head-down
throat, esophagus and position, if possible) to
stomach. maintain open airway and
After Irritation,
Lead Compounds: Acute prevent aspiration.
ingestion/swallowing vomiting
ingestion may cause  Give water to rinse out
abdominal pain, nausea, mouth, then provide liquid
vomiting, diarrhea and severe slowly and as much as
cramping. casualty can comfortably
drink.

Section 5 - Fire-fighting measures

 Sulphuric Acid vapors are generated upon overcharge and polypropylene case
Unusual Fire and may burst in such cases.
Explosion Hazards  Hydrogen gas may be produced during overcharge and may explode if ignited.
 Avoid open flames/sparks/other sources of ignition near battery and provide
good ventilation to prevent the above two incidents.
 Water spray or fog.
 Foam.
Suitable fire
 Dry chemical powder.
extinguishing agents
 BCF (where regulations permit).
 Carbon dioxide
Unsuitable fire
 Water, if the battery voltage is above 12 V
extinguishing agents
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 Protective goggles, respiratory protective equipment, acid protective equipment,

Special protective
acid proof clothing in case of larger stationary battery plants or where larger
equipment
quantities are stored
 Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
 Wear full body protective clothing with breathing apparatus.
Special Firefighter  Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course.
Procedures  Use firefighting procedures suitable for surrounding area.
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 Do not approach containers suspected to be hot.

 Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
 If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.

Section 6 – Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Eye Protection
Chemical goggles, safety glasses with side shields and or a full-face shield

Protective Gloves Rubber, PVC or neoprene

Respiratory Protection NIOSH approved acid mist/organic vapor respirator, if OSHA PEL is exceeded
Other Protective Environment Acid resistant apron or clothes

PPE

6.2 Environmental precautions

Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. Runoff from fire control and dilution water may
be toxic and corrosive and may cause adverse environmental impacts

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6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
In the event of a battery rupturing; stop the leak if you can do it without risk.
6.3.1 For Containment Absorb with earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Cautiously neutralize
spilled liquid.
6.3.2 For Cleaning up Dispose of in accordance with local, State, and national regulations
Section 7 – Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

 Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
 Wash hands thoroughly after use.
 Do not use organic solvents; use only manufacturer recommended cleaners on the batteries.
 Avoid sparks. Do not double stack industrial batteries, it may cause damage.
 Do not remove vent caps.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage

Store batteries in a cool, dry area. Store batteries in a covered area that protects against adverse weather conditions.
Protect batteries from coming into contact with conductive materials to prevent fire or battery failures. Don’t store or
charge batteries in temperatures under -40 F (-200 C). Keep away from fire, sparks and heat sources. Protect from
damage to prevent possible leaks or spills. It is imperative that these instructions be followed if the batteries are being
stored.
Section 8 – Exposure controls and personal protection

8.1. Appropriate engineering controls

Store and handle in well-ventilated area. If mechanical ventilation is used, components must be acid-resistant.
Handle batteries cautiously, do not tip to avoid spills. Make certain vent caps are on securely. If battery case is
damaged, avoid bodily contact with internal components. Wear protective clothing, eye and face protection, when
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filling, charging, or handling batteries. Do not allow metallic materials to simultaneously contact both the positive
and negative terminals of the batteries. Charge batteries in areas with adequate ventilation. General dilution
ventilation is acceptable.

Occupational Exposure Preventive measures

Component Recommended test method
Limit from exposure
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0.15 mg/m3 (8-hour time

Lead Section 6 NA
weighted average)

1.00 mg/m3 (8-hour time

Sulfuric acid Section 6 NA
weighted average)

8.2. Personal protective equipment

During installation under normal conditions there is no exposure to lead or sulphuric acid. In the event of battery
breakage, exposure to sulphuric acid and lead may occur. During high rate charges or overcharging acid mist may
occur
Type of protection Personal protective equipment
NIOSH approved acid mist/organic vapor respirator, if OSHA PEL is
Respiratory protection
exceeded
Elbow length PVC gloves
Hand protection
Eye protection Chemical goggles, safety glasses with side shields and or a full-face shield
Elbow length PVC gloves, Wear safety footwear.
Skin and body protection

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Section 9 – Physical and chemical properties

Component name Lead and its compounds Sulfuric acid

Physical state Solid Liquid
Appearance
Color Grey Clear, colorless
Odor Odorless
pH NA 2.75(for 1 mM)
327.4 °C
Melting point/freezing point 10 °C (50 °F; 283 K)
1740 °C 337 °C (639 °F; 610 K) When sulfuric acid is
Boiling point
above 300 °C (572 °F), it will decompose slowly
Flash point
Upper/lower flammability or
NA
explosive limits
Vapor pressure 0.001 mmHg (20 °C)
11.35 g/cm³
Density/relative density 1.84 g/cm3
Solubility Very low Miscible, exothermic
n-octane/water partition
coefficient
Auto-ignition temperature
NA
Decomposition temperature
Odor threshold
Evaporation rate
Flammability(gas)
Viscosity NA 26.7 cP (20 °C)
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Note: All units are expressed in accordance with the SI system, as specified in ISO 1000 and ISO 80000-9.

Section 10 – Stability and reactivity

Broken batteries may result in small amounts of spilled electrolyte. Electrolyte is a

corrosive, nonflammable liquid. Electrolyte can destroy organic materials such as
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cardboard, wood, textiles. Electrolyte may produce hydrogen as a reaction with
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some metals.

[Link] stability Stable under normal conditions. If contact with alkaline material, liberates heat
[Link] hazardous Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
reactions

 Avoid Prolonged Overcharging & sources of ignitions.

[Link] to avoid  Use only approved charging methods.
 Do not puncture battery case

Sulphuric acid: Contact with combustibles and organic materials may cause fire
and explosion. Also reacts violently with reducing agents, metals SO3 gas, strong
oxidizers and water. Contact with metals may produce toxic SO2 fumes and may
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release flammable hydrogen gas.
materials(materials to avoid)
Lead compounds: Avoid contact with strong acids, bases, halides, halogenates,
potassium nitrate, permanganate, peroxides, nascent hydrogen and reducing
agents

[Link] hazardous Hydrogen gas may be generated in an overcharged condition, in fire or at very high
decomposition products temperatures. In fire, may emit CO, CO2 and Sulfur Oxides

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Section 11 – Toxicological information

NOTE: Under normal conditions of use, this product does not present a health hazard. The following information
is provided for organic electrolyte and lead exposure that may occur due to container breakage or under extreme
conditions such as fire.

Route of exposure Toxicological effects

Sulfuric Acid: Breathing of sulfuric acid vapors or mists may cause severe respiratory
irritation.
Inhalation
Lead Compounds: Inhalation of lead dust or fumes may cause irritation of upper respiratory
tract and lung
Sulfuric Acid: Severe irritation, burns and ulceration.
Skin contact Lead Compounds: Not absorbed through the skin

Sulfuric Acid: Severe irritation, burns, cornea damage, and blindness.

Eye contact
Lead Compounds: May cause eye irritation.

Sulfuric Acid: May cause severe irritation of mouth, throat, esophagus and stomach.
Ingestion Lead Compounds: Acute ingestion may cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and
severe cramping. This may lead rapidly to systemic toxicity and must be treated by a physician

Sulfuric Acid: Severe skin irritation, damage to cornea, upper respiratory irritation.
Lead Compounds: Symptoms of toxicity include headache, fatigue, abdominal pain, loss of
Acute effects
appetite, muscular aches and weakness, sleep disturbances and irritability
AGM Separator: Glass fiber is an irritant of the upper respiratory tract, skin and eyes
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Sulfuric Acid: Possible erosion of tooth enamel, inflammation of nose, throat & bronchial tubes.
Lead Compounds: Anemia; neuropathy, particularly of the motor nerves, with wrist drop;
kidney damage; reproductive changes in males and females.
Chronic effects
AGM Separator: Based on the data from the artificial exposure studies in animals, IARC
(International Agency for Research on Cancer) classified glass wool as possibly carcinogenic to
humans
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Component Toxicity level(Permissible Exposure Value) Irritation

Lead 0.15 mg/m3 (8-hour time weighted average) Yes

Sulfuric acid 1.00 mg/m3 (8-hour time weighted average) Yes

Occupational exposures to strong inorganic acid mists of sulfuric acid:

Acute toxicity Skin irritation/corrosion
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Eye damage NA

Reproductive cell mutagenicity Carcinogenicity

NA
Reproductive toxicity STOP-single exposure NA

STOP-repeated exposure Aspiration hazard NA

Note:
Data required to make classification available NA Data is not available

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Section 12 – Ecological information

Component Environmental effects

Lead Toxic to aquatic life
It has moderate acute (short-term) toxicity on aquatic life. Sulfuric acid is very
Sulfuric acid(electrolyte)
corrosive and would badly burn any plants, birds or land animals exposed to it.

Eco toxicological properties Information

Toxicity Given above in Sec 11
Persistence and degradability Lead is very persistent in soils and sediments. No data available on biodegradation
Bio accumulative potential Bioaccumulation of lead occurs in aquatic and terrestrial animals and plants, but
very little bioaccumulation occurs through the food chain. Most studies have
included lead compounds, not solid inorganic lead.
Mobility in soil Mobility of metallic lead between ecological compartments is low.

Section 13 – Disposal considerations

13.1. Recommended methods for safe and environmentally disposal

 Lead Acid batteries are completely recyclable. Return the whole scrap battery(s) to the distributor,
manufacturer or authorized lead smelter for recycling.

 For neutralized spills, place the residue in an acid resistant container with sorbent material like sand
and dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations for acid and lead compounds.
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13.2. Local disposal laws

Section 14 – Transport information

14.1 Sea transport
UN number UN 2794
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UN proper shipping name Batteries, Wet, filled with acid

UN classification 8
Packing group III

Marine pollutant

14.2. Air transport

UN number UN 2794
UN proper shipping name Batteries, Wet, filled with acid
UN classification 8
Packing group III
Pollutant

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14.3. Land transport

UN number UN 2794
UN proper shipping name Batteries, Wet, filled with acid
UN classification 8
Packing group III
Pollutant

Section 15 – Regulatory information

Safety, health and environmental regulations / legislation specific for the substance or mixture:
15.1. EPCRA section 302 extremely hazardous substance:
Name CAS Category code Section 302 EHS (TPQ)

Sulphuric Acid 7664939 1000

15.2. Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA):

Threshold planning
Chemical name CAS Reportable quantity(pounds)
quantity
Sulphuric Acid 7664939 1000 1000
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15.3. US Hazardous communication standard:

Lead Yes
Sulphuric Acid Yes

Keep out of reach of children Read Instructions

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Section 16 – Other information

The SDS is a Hazard Communication tool and should be used to assist in the Risk Assessment. Many factors
determine whether the reported Hazards are Risks in the workplace or other settings. Risks may be determined
by reference to Exposures Scenarios. Scale of use, frequency of use and current or available engineering controls
must be considered.

The information and recommendations contained herein have been compiled from sources believed to be reliable
and to represent current knowledge on the subject. No warranty, guarantee, or representation contained herein
and Amara Raja Batteries Limited, its subsidiaries or affiliates assume no responsibility in connection therewith,
nor can be assumed that all acceptable safety measures are contained herein, or that other or additional measures
may not be required under particular or exceptional conditions or circumstances.

BIBLOGRAPHY

1. ISO 11014
2. GHS : 2007