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Lead-acid battery filled with dilute sulphuric acid

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Lead-acid battery filled with dilute sulphuric acid

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Manufacturers & Suppliers

V

VARTA Autobatterie GmbH

manufacturer

Am Leineufer 51, D-30419 Hanover

0049/-511/975-2690

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

0049/-511/975-2680

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

GHS Pictograms

Hazard Statements

They contain diluted sulphuric acid, which may cause severe acid burns.
During the charging process they develop hydrogen gas and oxygen, which under certain circumstances may turn into an explosive mixture.
Sulphuric acid.
Explosive gas mixture.

Precautionary Statements

No smoking, no open flames, no sparks.
Wear safety goggles.
Keep away from children.
Observe operating instructions.
Do not clean batteries with dry wishers, use only wet wishers.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
blue lead EC: 231-100-4 7439-92-1 34% No
lead alloys with traces of As, Sb EC: 231-100-4 7439-92-1 --- No
inorganic lead compounds EC: 231-100-4 7439-92-1 31% Yes
sulphuric acid EC: 231-639-5 7664-93-9 34% Yes

*Content my vary

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

inhale fresh air

Skin contact

Lead containing battery paste: clean with water and soap. Sulphuric acid: rinse with water; remove and wash wetted clothing.

Eye contact

rinse under running water for several minutes

Ingestion

drink a lot of water immediately, and swallow activated carbon, do not induce vomiting.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek the advice of a doctor

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

CO₂ and dry powder fire extinguishing agent

Unsuitable media

water in case of battery voltages of over 120 V

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Environmental

do not permit penetration into the sewage system, the earth or water bodies.

Cleanup methods

Use a bonding agent, such as sand, to absorb spilt acid; use lime / sodium carbonate for neutralisation

Materials: sand, lime, sodium carbonate

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

prevent short circuits.

Storage

Store under roof in cool ambiance-charged lead-acid batteries do not freeze up to -50°C.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Rubber or PVC gloves

Eyes

acid-proof goggles

Skin/Body

acid-proof clothing, safety boots

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
solid, grey, odourless
Colour
grey
Colour Intensity
---
Form
solid
Odor
odourless
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
7 – 8 (100 mg/l water)
Melting Point
---
Boiling Point
1'740 °C
Flash Point
---
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
327 °C
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
---
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
11.35 g/cm³
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
---
Decomposition Temperature
---
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
---
Solubility In Water
low (0.15 mg/l)
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Reactivity

Reacts with metals producing hydrogen. Vigorous reactions with alkalis.

Incompatible

organic materials (cardboard, wood, textiles), metals, alkalis

Decomposition

Thermal decomposition at 338 °C

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN2794
Shipping Name
BATTERIES,WET,FILLED WITH ACID electric storage
Transport Class
8
Packing Group
III
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Lead-acid battery filled with dilute sulphuric acid?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Lead-acid battery filled with dilute sulphuric acid?

Lead-acid battery filled with dilute sulphuric acid is a solid appearing as solid, grey, odourless with grey color. It has odourless odor.

What are the hazard statements for Lead-acid battery filled with dilute sulphuric acid?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • They contain diluted sulphuric acid, which may cause severe acid burns.
  • During the charging process they develop hydrogen gas and oxygen, which under certain circumstances may turn into an explosive mixture.
  • Sulphuric acid.
  • Explosive gas mixture.