MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS) - Jablotron

Lithium Ion Batteries 

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS) 

SECTION I – PRODUCT AND MANUFACTURER INFORMATION 

Product Name: 

Chemical Systems: 

Sizes: 

Designed for Recharge: 

Lithium Ion Battery 

Lithium Ion 

All Cylindrical and Prismatic Type 

Yes 

Well Link Industrial Limited 

Rm. 1116-17 Tower A, Regent Centre 

63 Wo Yi Hop Rd., Kwai Chung, NT., Hong Kong 

Telephone Number for Information: 852-24818893 

Date Prepared: January, 2011 

SECTION II – HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 

- Ingestion 

- Inhalation 

- Skin Contact 

- Eye Contact 

SECTION III – INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS 

WARNING: The battery should not be opened or burned. Exposure to the ingredients contained within or their 

combustion products could be harmful. 

MATERIAL OR INGREDIENTS 

Content. 

TLV 

(ACGIH Threshold Limit Values) 

Lithium Cobaltate (CAS# 12190-79-3) 30% None Established 

Graphite (CAS# 7782-42-5) 16% 2.5mg/m 3 (as dust) 

Organic Solvent 13% None Established 

Lithium Salt 1% None Established 

Weight of Lithium per cell : 0 gram 

There is no metallic lithium in lithium ion battery and are all applicable to the UN Recommendations/Special 

Provision 188 and Special Provision A45 of the ICAO and IATA and thus can be transported as ‘Non-Dangerous 

Goods’. 

PROFESSIONAL BATTERY MANUFACTURER: NiMH rechargeable battery . NiCd rechargeable battery . Li-Ion rechargeable battery . Lithium polymer rechargeable battery . 

SLA rechargeable battery . Alkaline battery . Lithium battery . Zinc chloride battery . Carbon zinc battery


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SECTION IV – FIRST-AID MEASURES 

Ingestion: 

Swallowing a battery can be harmful. Seek medical attention immediately. Call The National Capital 

Poison Control Center (202-625-3333) collect, or your local Poison Control Center (800-222-1222), day or 

night, for advice and follow-up. 

Inhalation: 

Contents of an open battery can cause respiratory irritation. 

Provide fresh air and seek medical attention. 

Skin Contact: 

Contents of an open battery can cause skin irritation and/or chemical burns. Remove contaminated clothing 

and wash skin with soap and water. If a chemical burn occurs or if irritation persists, seek medical 

attention. 

Eye Contact: 

Contents of an open battery can cause severe irritation and/or chemical burns. Immediately flush eyes 

thoroughly with copious quantities of flowing lukewarm water for a minimum of 15 minutes. Seek 

immediate medical attention. 

SECTION V – FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 

If fire or explosion occurs when batteries are on charge, shut off power to charger. 

In case of fire where lithium ion batteries are present, flood the area with water. If any batteries are burining, 

water may not extinguish them, but will cool the adjacent batteries and control the spread of fire. CO 2 , dry 

chemical and foam extinguishers are preferred for small fires, but also may not extinguish burning lithium 

ion batteries. Burning batteries will burn themselves out. Virtually all fires involving lithium ion batteries can 

be controlled with water. When water is used, however, hydrogen gas may be evolved which can form an 

explosive mixture with air. LITH-X (powdered graphite) or copper powder fire extinguishers, sand dry 

ground dolomite or soda ash may also be used. These materials act as apply smothering agents. 

Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Burning lithium ion batteries can produce toxic 

fumes including HF, oxides of carbon, aluminum, lithium, copper and cobalt. 

SECTION VI - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES 

Procedures to Contain and Clean Up Leaks or Spills: 

The preferred response is to leave the area and allow the batteries to cool and the vapors to dissipate. Avoid 

skin and eye contact or inhalation of vapors. Remove spilled liquid with absorbent and incinerate. 

Reporting Procedure: 

Report all spills in accordance with Federal, State and Local reporting requirements. 




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SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE 

Storage: 

Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Elevated temperature can result in shortened battery life. 

Storing unpackaged cells together could result in cell shorting and heat build-up. 

Mechanical Containment: 

Do not obstruct safety release vents on batteries. Encapsulation (potting) of batteries will not allow cell 

venting and can cause high-pressure rupture. 

Handling: 

Accidental short circuit for a few seconds will not seriously affect the battery. However, this battery is 

capable of delivering very high short circuit currents. Prolonged short circuits will cause high cell 

temperatures that can cause skin burns. Sources of short circuits include jumbled batteries in bulk containers, 

metal jewelry, and metal covered tables or metal belts used for assembly of batteries into devices. 

If soldering or welding to the battery is required, use of tabbed batteries is recommended. 

Do not disassemble or deform battery. 

Charging: 

This battery is made to be charged many times. Because it gradually loses its charge over a few months, it is 

good practice to charge battery before use. Use recommended charger. Improper charging can cause heat 

damage or even high pressure rupture. Observe proper charging polarity. 

SECTION VIII – PERSONAL PROTECTION 

Respiratory Protection (Specify Type) 

Ventilation 

Protective Gloves 

Eye Protection 

Other Protective Clothing 

Not necessary under normal conditions 





SECTION IX - PHYSICAL DATA 

Specific Gravity : (H20=1) LiCoO2 : 4.95 

Graphite : 2.09-2.2 

Melting Point ( o C) 

LiCoO2 : ~1130 o C 

Appearance and Odor 

LiCoO2 is a black, ordorless powder 

Graphite is a black, ordorless powder 

Organic solvent is a colorless or light yellow liquid 

Lithium Salt is a white, crystalline and odorless 

powder 




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SECTION X - REACTIVITY DATA 

Stable or Unstable 

Conditions to Avoid 

Hazardous Decomposition Reactions 

Stable 

Do not heat, disassemble or overcharge 

N/A 

Hazardous polymerization will not occur 

SECTION XI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA 

Under normal conditions of use, the battery is hermetically sealed. Risk of exposure occurs only if the 

battery is mechanically or electrically abused. Organic solvent has slightly toxicity and can irritate skin and 

eyes. Lithium salt is irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes and should be avoided. 

Carcinogenicity : 

NTP : 

None 

IARC Monograph : None 

OSHA Regulated : None 

SECTION XII – FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA 

Flash Point 

Flammable Limits in Air (%) 

Lower (LEL) 

Upper (LEL) 

Extinguishing Media 

Auto-Ignition 

NA unless individual components exposed 




Water 


SECTION XIII – Disposal Method 

Disposal in accordance with Federal, State and Local reporting requirements. 

SECTION XIV – TRANSPORTATION 

KINETIC lithium ion batteries are not subject to requirements of the U.S. Hazardous Materials Regulations 

pursuant to 49 CFR 173.185(b), IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations pursuant to Special Provision A45, and 

IMDG Code pursuant to Special Provision 188. 

Batteries must be packaged and offered for transportation in a manner that prevents the dangerous evolution 

of heat and protects against short circuits. 




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Effective January 1, 2011, all KINETIC lithium coin cell batteries can be shipped by air in accordance with 

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Section II or International Air Transport Association 

(IATA) current 52nd 2011 edition, Section II Packing Instructions (PI) 965 (Batteries) 

SECTION XV – REGULATORY INFORMATION 

These products are “article(s)” that do not release a covered toxic chemical under the normal conditions of 

processing or use. They are not subject to the requirements of the Emergency Planning and Community 

Right-To-Know Act. Notification is not required. 

SECTION XVI – OTHER INFORMATION 

The battery referenced herein is defined as “article” and is NOT subject to the 29 CFR 1910.1200 OSHA Hazard 

Communication Standard requirement or to the Canadian WHMIS requirement. Hence, a material safety data 

sheet (MSDS) is not required. The information and recommendation set forth herein are supplied as a service. 

They are made in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the date of preparation. Well Link makes no 

warranty, either express or implied, with respect to this information and disclaims all liability from reliance on it.

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