SAFETY DATA SHEET

Section 1 – Identification
Product Identifier: Non-Spillable Batteries
Technical Name(s): Valve Regulated Lead-Acid Batteries (VRLA), Sealed Lead-Acid Batteries (SLA), Absorbed
Glass Mat Batteries (AGM), Sealed Lead Calcium Batteries, Sealed Maintenance Free Lead-Acid Batteries

Manufacturer: Supplier:
Peak Energy Products GS Battery – Canada
P.O. Box # 41064 2754 Lancaster Road
Ottawa, Ontario Ottawa, Ontario
Canada K1G 5K9 Canada K1B 4S4
Phone # 613-225-1263 Phone # 613-228-5000
Email [email protected]

In Emergency Phone 1-800-267-3534 in U.S.A. and Canada (Toll Free) 24 hours

Non Emergency (01) 613-228-5000 (Collect) between 8:30AM and 5:00PM Monday to Friday.
Product Use: Electric Storage Battery Prepared date: June 1, 2017
Prepared by: Environmental, Health and Safety Department; GS Battery – Canada (613-228-5000)
Trademark:

This SDS applies only to products bearing this trademark.

Section 2 – Hazards Identification

GHS Classification – As Intact VRLA Battery
Health Environmental Physical
Acute Toxicity Not Listed Aquatic Toxicity - NFPA –Flammable
Skin Corrosion/ Irritation Not Listed Not listed gas, hydrogen
Serious Eye Damage / Eye Irritation Not Listed (under severe
Respiratory / Skin Sensitization Not Listed overcharge
Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 (Lead Terminals) conditions)
Carcinogenicity Category 2 (Lead Terminals) CN- Not listed
Reproductive toxicity Category 1A (Lead Terminals) EU- Not listed
Specific Target Organ Toxicity(Single Exposure) Not Listed
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated) Category 1 (Lead Terminals)
Lead Terminals are only on certain batteries

GHS Classification – When Disassembled or Ruptured

Health Environmental Physical
Acute Toxicity Category 5 (Sulfuric Acid) Aquatic hazard NFPA –Flammable
Skin Corrosion/ Irritation Category 1A (Sulfuric Acid) Acute – gas, hydrogen
Serious Eye Damage / Eye Irritation Category 1 (Sulfuric Acid) Category 1 (Lead Sulfide) (under severe
Respiratory / Skin Sensitization Not Listed Category 3 (Sulfuric Acid) overcharge
Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 (Lead & Lead Dioxide) conditions)
Carcinogenicity Category 1B (Lead Sulfide) Aquatic hazard CN- Not listed
Reproductive toxicity Category 1A(Lead Sulfide & Dioxide) Long term – EU- Not listed
Specific Target Organ Toxicity(Single Exposure) Category 1 (Lead Sulfide & Dioxide) Category 1 (Lead Sulfide)
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated) Category 1 (Lead Sulfide & Dioxide) Category 3 (Sulfuric Acid)
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Section 2 – Hazards Identification…continued

Signal word: DANGER!

GHS Label: Valve Regulated Lead Acid Battery, Non-Spillable

Health Environmental Physical
Symbols:

Skin Irritant Corrosive Health Hazard Environment Explosive Chemical

Hazard Statements Precautionary Statements
Danger! May form explosive air/gas mixture if overcharged. Keep out of reach of children.
Avoid contact with internal components. Do not attempt to remove cover.
If case is ruptured contents may cause irritation or severe burns. Avoid heat, sparks and open flame while charging
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and skin. batteries.
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Avoid contact with internal acid.
May cause cancer if ingested or inhaled. Do not eat drink or smoke while using this product.
May damage fertility of the unborn child if ingested or inhaled. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Causes damage to central nervous system, blood and kidneys Use only in well ventilated area.
through prolonged or repeated exposure if ingested or inhaled.

Placards are only required for transportation of spent or damaged batteries destined for reclamation (recycling).

2.1 Emergency Overview

Non-spillable batteries are sealed and do not leak or vent gasses under normal conditions. Under severe
overcharge conditions venting of sulfuric acid gas and hydrogen can occur. Hydrogen gas is extremely
flammable. Most hazards are presented during reclamation (recycling). If battery is ruptured or damaged,
exposure to sulfuric acid electrolyte and lead can occur. Some battery terminals contain lead. After contact
with terminals, wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking, applying cosmetics or handling contact lenses.

Sulfuric Acid
Appearance: colourless, oily fluid; vapours are colourless with acrid odor. Sulfuric Acid is a strong corrosive.
Contact with sulfuric acid can cause burns on the skin and in eyes. Exposure to sulfuric acid fumes will cause
respiratory and eye irritation, difficulty breathing, headache, nausea, and weakness. Severe overexposure
may cause lung edema (swelling from fluid retention). Ingestion of Sulfuric Acid will cause GI
(gastrointestinal) tract burns. Each non-spillable battery contains only enough sulfuric acid to saturate
fiberglass separators, so a large spill is not likely to occur. Hazard is primarily through direct contact with
internal components or through inhalation of gases under severe overcharge conditions. Sulfuric acid vapour
is considered carcinogenic to humans (Group 1) by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).

Lead (Pb) and Lead Compounds

Appearance: bluish white, silvery grey. Lead may be absorbed through intact skin. Absorption or ingestion of
lead may cause poisoning, central nervous system depression, kidney damage, reproductive toxicity and fetal
effects. The toxic effects of Lead are accumulative and slow to appear. The symptoms of Lead overexposure
are anemia, vomiting, headache, stomach pain (lead colic), dizziness, loss of appetite and muscle and joint
pain. Exposure to lead from a battery most often occurs during lead reclaim operations and through the

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Section 2 – Hazards Identification…continued

breathing or ingestion of lead dust or fumes. Lead is dangerous to the environment. Lead is considered
carcinogenic to animals at extreme doses (Group 2B) by the International Agency for Research on Cancer
(IARC).

Fiberglass Separator
Fiberglass is an irritant of the upper respiratory tract, skin and eyes. Fiberglass is not considered carcinogenic
by NTP or OSHA.

2.2 OSHA Regulatory Status

This article is considered hazardous by the OSHA HCS, WHMIS, IOSH, ISO and by EC Regulation
1272/2008 and an SDS is required for this article considering that when used as recommended or intended, or
under ordinary conditions, it may present a health and safety exposure or other hazard.

2.3 Potential Health Effects

Sulfuric Acid
Eye: Corrosive. Causes redness, pain and severe deep burns.
Skin: Corrosive. Causes redness, pain, blisters and serious skin burns.
Ingestion: Corrosive. Ingestion of sulfuric acid causes abdominal pain, burning sensation, shock or
collapse.
Inhalation: Corrosive. Inhalation of sulfuric acid may cause burning sensation in the nose and
respiratory tract, sore throat, cough, laboured breathing, shortness of breath. Inhalation of
sulfuric acid fumes may cause lung edema (swelling from fluid retention). Symptoms may
be delayed and may not become apparent until a few hours have passed and lungs have
been aggravated by physical effort.
Chronic: Chronic exposure to sulfuric acid fumes may cause lung damage. There is risk of tooth
erosion upon repeated or prolonged exposure to sulfuric acid fumes.

Lead (Pb) and Lead Compounds

Eye: Causes eye irritation.
Skin: Causes skin irritation. May be absorbed through skin.
Ingestion: Toxic. Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Ingestion of
lead compounds can cause toxic effects in the blood forming organs, kidneys and central
nervous system. Symptoms of lead poisoning or plumbism include weakness, weight loss,
lassitude, insomnia, and hypertension. It also includes constipation, anorexia, abdominal
discomfort and colic.
Inhalation: Toxic. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Inhalation of lead fumes may cause metal
fume fever, which is characterized by flu-like symptoms with metallic taste, fever, chills,
cough, weakness, chest pain, muscle pain and increased white blood cell count. May cause
effects similar to those described for ingestion.
Chronic: Chronic exposure may cause reproductive disorders and teratogenic effects. Chronic
exposure to lead may result in plumbism, which is characterized by lead line in gum,
headache, muscle weakness and mental changes.

2.4 Potential Environmental Effects

Sulfuric acid is harmful to aquatic organisms. Trace amounts of lead can make water unfit for consumption.
Sulfuric acid and lead can contaminate food and feedstuffs.
See also: Section 11 – Toxicological Information for additional data.

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Section 3 – Composition / Information on Ingredients

If battery is damaged all listed precautions should be taken to prevent exposure. After contact with terminals,
wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking, applying cosmetics or handling contact lenses. Under normal use
and handling there is no contact with internal components of battery. Under normal use and handling batteries do
not emit regulated or hazardous substances.

OSHA Regulatory
Chemical Name CAS Number EC Number % Weight
Status

Lead (Pb) 7439-92-1 231-100-4 about 50% Hazardous

Lead Dioxide (PbO2) 1309-60-0 215-174-5 about 10% Hazardous
Lead Sulfate (PbSO4) 7446-14-2 231-198-9 about 10% Hazardous
Calcium (Ca) 7440-70-2 231-179-5 about 0.05% Hazardous
Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4) 7664-93-9 231-639-5 about 20% Hazardous
Fiberglass Separator 65997-17-3 266-046-0 about 5% Hazardous
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
9003-56-9 618-371-8 about 5% Non- Hazardous
Case
Tin (Sn) 7440-31-5 231-141-8 0 - 0.25% Non- Hazardous
Arsenic (As) 7440-38-2 231-148-6 about 0.2% Hazardous
Ingredients reflect components of a finished product.

Section 4 – First Aid Measures

Non-spillable batteries are sealed and do not leak or vent gasses under normal conditions. Venting of sulfuric
acid gas and hydrogen can occur under severe overcharge conditions. During lead reclaim operations, or if battery
is ruptured or damaged, exposure to sulfuric acid electrolyte and lead can occur.

Eye Contact: Sulfuric acid electrolyte: Immediately flush with water for 20 minutes, lifting the upper
and lower lids. Get immediate medical attention.
Skin Contact: Sulfuric acid electrolyte: Immediately flush with water for 20 minutes. Remove
contaminated clothing and launder before reuse. Get medical attention if irritation persists,
if area is large or if blisters form.
Lead (Pb): Wash immediately with soap and water..
Inhalation: Sulfuric acid fumes: If irritation develops, remove victim to fresh air and get medical
attention. Give CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) if breathing has stopped.
Ingestion: Sulfuric acid electrolyte: Do NOT induce vomiting as aspiration into the lungs may occur
and can cause permanent injury or death; consult physician. Do not give anything by
mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person. Flush out mouth with water. Give water or
milk to drink followed by milk of magnesia or vegetable oil. Get immediate medical
attention.
Lead (Pb): The toxic effects of Lead are accumulative and slow to appear. If symptoms
appear see your physician

If any contact with internal components of the battery occurs, wash hands before eating, drinking,
smoking, applying cosmetics or handling contact lenses.

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Section 5 – Fire Fighting Measures

5.1 Flammable Properties
Sealed batteries can emit Hydrogen, vaporized sulfuric acid or highly toxic arsine gas in a fire.
Sealed batteries can emit Hydrogen while being over-charged. (Float Voltage in excess of 2.40 Volts Per Cell
at 25º C / 77º F).

5.2 Extinguishing Media

Provided that batteries are not part of an electrical circuit, use any media appropriate for surrounding fire
(including water, dry chemical, foam, CO2, Halon).
If batteries are part of an electrical circuit, isolate them from power source at the circuit breaker before using
water to extinguish fire. If this cannot be done immediately, then water must not be used as an extinguishing
media.

5.3 Protection of Firefighters

Ventilate the area well. NIOSH approved SCBA and full fire-fighting turn out gear is recommended.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Keep lighted cigarettes, sparks and flames away. Explosion can
result from improper charging and ignition of resulting gases. Explosion can result if charged in gas tight
container. Explosion can cause dispersion of casing and lead fragments and corrosive separator material.
Hydrogen can burn with almost an invisible flame of low thermal radia. People have unknowingly walked
into hydrogen flames. Hydrogen is easily ignited.

Section 6 – Accidental Release Measures

Steps to be taken if battery vents hydrogen or sulfuric acid gas: Sealed batteries can emit Hydrogen while
being over-charged. (Float Voltage in excess of 2.40 Volts Per Cell at 25º C / 77º F). Keep well ventilated and
away from flame, spark or heat. If concentrations of sulfuric acid mist are known to exceed PEL, use NIOSH or
MSHA approved respiratory protection.
Steps to be taken if battery is broken: Avoid contact with sulfuric acid electrolyte. Each non-spillable battery
contains only enough sulfuric acid to saturate fiberglass separators, so a large spill is not likely to occur. If leak
occurs, dilute with water, neutralize with sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), sodium carbon (soda ash) or calcium
oxide (lime) until fizzing stops. Hydrogen gas may be given off during neutralization, provide adequate
ventilation. The pH should be neutral at 6-8. When neutralized the spill is non-hazardous and can be flushed down
the sewer. Do not allow unneutralized acid to enter the sewage system. Broken battery contains lead and should
be treated as hazardous waste. Place broken battery in a heavy gauge plastic bag or other non-metallic container
and follow disposal procedure as per Section 13 below.

Section 7 – Handling and Storage

Store indoors in a cool, dry, well ventilated area away from combustibles and activities that may create flame,
spark or heat. Do not store in sealed, unventilated areas. Do not use organic solvents on the batteries. Do not
allow metallic tools to short across terminals, as spark may occur. Do not wear metallic jewelry when working on
small batteries as dangerous short circuit and severe burns may occur. There is risk of electric shock from strings
of series-connected batteries even when not hooked up to charger. Sealed batteries can emit Hydrogen while
being over-charged. Do not allow float voltage to exceed 2.40 Volts Per Cell at 25º C / 77º F. Do not remove vent
covers.

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Section 8 – Exposure Controls & Personal Protection

8.1 Engineering Controls
Charge in areas with adequate ventilation. General dilution ventilation is acceptable.

8.2 Personal protective equipment (PPE)

a) Under normal conditions no protection is required.
b) If battery is ruptured follow precautions in Section 6 and use the following protective equipment:

8.2.1 Eye/face Protection: Safety glasses or goggles recommended to handle battery if case is damaged.
8.2.2 Skin Protection: Use acid-resistant gloves to handle battery if case is damaged. An acid-resistant apron
is also recommended for large clean-up operations.

8.2.3 Respiratory Protection: When concentrations of sulfuric acid mist are known to exceed PEL, use
NIOSH or MSHA approved respiratory protection.

8.2.4 General Hygiene Conditions: After any contact with internal components of the battery, wash hands
before eating, drinking, smoking, applying cosmetics or handling contact lenses. Discard lead
contaminated clothing in a manner that limits further exposure. After contact with terminals, wash hands
before eating, drinking, smoking, applying cosmetics or handling contact lenses.

8.3 Exposure Guidelines & Limits

Under normal conditions there is no risk of exposure other than to lead (Pb) through contact with the
terminals. If case is damaged, or during reclaim operations, the following table should be observed.

ACGIH OSHA NIOSH NIOSH Quebec Ontario EU

Components
TLV PEL REL IDLH PEV OEL OEL
Lead (Pb) 0.05 mg/ m3 0.05 mg/ m3 0.05 mg/ m3 100 mg/ m3 0.05 mg/ m3 0.05 mg/ m3 0.15 mg/ m3
Lead Dioxide
0.05 mg/ m3 0.05 mg/ m3 0.1 mg/ m3 100 mg/ m3 0.05 mg/ m3 0.05 mg/ m3 0.10 mg/ m3
(PbO2)
Lead Sulfate
0.05 mg/ m3 0.05 mg/ m3 0.1 mg/ m3 100 mg/ m3 0.05 mg/ m3 0.05 mg/ m3 0.10 mg/ m3
(PBSO4)
Calcium (Ca) None Listed None Listed None Listed None Listed None Listed None Listed None Listed
Sulfuric Acid
0.2 mg/m3 1 mg/m3 1 mg/m3 15 mg/m3 1 mg/m3 0.2 mg/m3 0.05 mg/m3
(H2SO4)
Fiberglass
None Listed 15 mg/m3 5 mg/ m3 None Listed None Listed None Listed None Listed
Separator
Acrylonitrile
Not Not Not Not Not Not Not
Butadiene
Applicable Applicable Applicable Applicable Applicable Applicable Applicable
Styrene
Tin (Sn) 2 mg/m3 2 mg/m3 2 mg/m3 100 mg/ m3 2 mg/m3 2 mg/m3 2 mg/m3
Arsenic (As) 0.01 mg/m3 0.01 mg/m3 5 mg/m3 3 ppm 0.1 mg/m3 0.01 mg/m3 0.01 mg/m3

ACGIH - TLV: American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienists - Threshold Limit Values
OSHA - PEL: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (US Department of Labor) – Permissible Exposure Limits
NIOSH - REL: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health - Recommended Exposure Limits
HIOSH - DIVS: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health – Immediate Dangers to Life or Health
Quebec - PEV: Province of Quebec Protocole d’Évaluation de la Vulnérabilité
Ontario - OEL: Province of Ontario - Occupational Exposure Limits
EU - OEL: European Union - Occupational Exposure Limits

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Section 9 – Physical & Chemical Properties

Flammable Properties
Battery (Finished Product)
Flash Point: Not Applicable Autoignition Temperature: Not Applicable
LFL: Not Applicable Flammability Classification: Non-Flammable Solid
Flammable Limits:
UFL: Not Applicable (Per 29 CFR 1910.1200)

Hydrogen (Emission)
Flash Point: Gas @ normal temperature Autoignition Temperature: 500º C (932º F)
LEL: 4.1% Flammability Classification: Flammable Gas
Flammable Limits:
UEL: 74.2% (Per 29 CFR 1910.1200)

Hazard Ratings
NFPA Hazard Rating
Hazard Rating Key:
(for Sulfuric Acid)

0 = minimal
Flammability (Red) =0 1 = slight
Health (Blue) =3 2 = moderate
Reactivity (Yellow) =2 3 = serious
4 = severe

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Section 9 – Physical & Chemical Properties…continued

Component Properties
Lead Lead Sulfuric Acid Fiberglass
Component Lead Arsenic
Sulfate Dioxide (36%) Separator
Clear White
Silver-Grey White Brown Colourless
Appearance Colourless Fibrous
Metal Powder Powder Solid
Liquid Glass
None to
Odor None None None None None
Acidic
Greater than
Odor Threshold N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
1 mg / m3
Physical State Solid Solid Solid Liquid or Gas Solid Solid
pH N/A N/A N/A 2 or lower N/A N/A
327.4º C 1070º C 290º C 800º C 817º C
Melting point N/A
(621.3º F) (1958º F) (554º F) (1472º F) (1502º F)
-60º C
Freezing Point N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
(-76º F)
1740º C 1170º C 1070º C 110º C 6135º C
Boiling point Unknown
(3164º F) (2134º F) (1958º F) (230º F) (11,075º F)
Evaporation rate N/A N/A N/A >1 Unknown Unknown
Flammability N/A N/A N/A N/A Unknown
Upper flammability
N/A N/A N/A Unknown Unknown Unknown
explosive limit
Lower flammability
N/A N/A N/A Unknown Unknown Unknown
explosive limit
1.3 mm Hg .00120 mm
Vapour pressure Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown
@ 970º C Hg @ 20º C
Vapour density N/A N/A N/A Unknown Unknown Unknown
Specific gravity 11.34 6.2 9.375 1.335 ±.010 2.6 1.020
0.43 mg /l
Infinitely
Solubility in Water None @ 15º C None 100% None
Soluble
(59º F)
Partition coefficient:
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Unknown
n-octanol/water
Auto-ignition
N/A N/A N/A Unknown N/A Unknown
temperature
Decomposition
N/A N/A N/A Unknown N/A Unknown
temperature

Molecular Formula Pb PbSO4 PbO2 H2SO4 N/A As

In the above table N/A represents Not Applicable

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Section 10 – Stability & Reactivity

Stability: The battery and its contents are stable.
Conditions to avoid: Overheating and overcharging as Sulfuric acid mist and hydrogen can be
generated.
Materials to avoid: Strong alkaline materials, conductive metals, organic solvents, sparks and open
flame.
Hazardous decomposition Hydrogen gas may be generated in an overcharge condition, in fire or at very high
of byproducts: temperatures. In fire may emit Carbon Monoxide (CO), Carbon Dioxide (CO2),
Hydrogen (H), sulfur oxides as well as toxic fumes from decomposition of case
material.
Hazardous polymerization: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.

Section 11 – Toxicological Information

Non-spillable batteries are sealed and do not leak or vent gasses under normal conditions. Venting of sulfuric
acid gas and hydrogen can occur under severe overcharge conditions. If battery is ruptured or damaged exposure
to sulfuric acid electrolyte and lead can occur. Exposure is a significant risk during reclaim operations.

Acute Toxic Data

CAS OSHA Regulatory
Components LD50 LC50
Number Status

Lead (Pb) 7439-92-1 Hazardous Unavailable Unavailable

Lead Dioxide (PbO2) 1309-60-0 Hazardous Unavailable Unavailable

Lead Sulfate (PBSO4) 7446-14-2 Hazardous Unavailable Unavailable

2000 mg/Kg
Calcium (Ca) 7440-70-2 Hazardous Unavailable
(rat, oral)
2140 mg/Kg 510 mg/m3/ 2 hours
Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4) 7664-93-9 Hazardous
(rat, oral) (rat, inhalation)
763 mg/Kg
Arsenic (As) 7440-38-2 Hazardous Unavailable
(rat, oral)
See “Section 2 – Hazards Identification” for more information on human toxicity.

Subchronic Toxicity Data

See “Section 2 – Hazards Identification” for more information on human toxicity.

Carcinogenicity
Lead (Pb)
Several reports have been published indicating that certain lead compounds administered to animals in high doses
are carcinogenic, primarily inducing renal tumors. Salts demonstrating carcinogenicity in animals are usually
soluble salts. No studies have shown a relationship between lead exposure and cancer in lead workers. However,
one study of lead-exposed workers demonstrated a statistically significant elevation in the standardized mortality
ratio for gastric and lung cancer in battery plant workers.
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Section 11 – Toxicological Information …continued

Carcinogenicity [Lead (Pb)]…continued
Lead (Pb): Lead has been deemed carcinogenic by the following agencies
ACGIH: Classes Lead as an A3 Animal Carcinogen
OSHA: Possible select carcinogen
IARC: Group 2B carcinogen (Animal)
State of California: carcinogen; initial date 10/1/92
NTP: Reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen.

Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4)

Many studies have reported more cancer of the larynx, and to a lesser extent the lungs, than expected, in a wide
variety of processes involving the use of strong inorganic acids including sulfuric acid. Throughout these studies,
sulfuric acid mists were the most common exposure, and in two studies, the number of cancers increased as
exposure increased. Several of the studies had design weaknesses, such as exposure to other potentially
carcinogenic chemicals at the same time. Nevertheless, some studies were well conducted and the overall trends
indicate that occupational exposure to strong inorganic mists containing sulfuric acid is carcinogenic to humans.

Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4): Sulfuric acid vapour has been deemed carcinogenic by the following agencies
IARC: Group 1 carcinogen (Human) (Applies to vapour but not to liquid state).
NTP: Known human carcinogen (Applies to vapour but not to liquid state).

Mutagenicity
Lead (Pb): No Data Available
Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4): There was a significantly higher number of sister chromatid exchanges, micronuclei and
chromosomal aberrations in cultured lymphocytes (white blood cells) from workers exposed to sulfur dioxide in a
sulfuric acid factory. There was no correlation with length of service. No conclusions can be made based on
these observations.

Teratogenicity
Lead (Pb): Lead penetrates the placental barrier and has caused fetal abnormalities in animals. Excessive
exposure to lead during pregnancy has caused neurological disorders in infants.
Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4): No human information is available. One animal study indicated that sulfuric acid is not
teratogenic, even at maternally toxic doses.

Reproductive Effects
Lead (Pb): Reproductive effects from lead have been documented in animals of both sexes. In battery workmen
with a mean exposure of 8.5 years to lead, there was an increased frequency of sperm abnormalities as compared
to a control group.
Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4): No human or animal information is available.

Neurotoxicity
Lead (Pb): Subtle neurological effects from lead have been demonstrated with relatively low blood levels of
lead. The performance of lead workers on various neurological tests was mildly deduced when compared with a
control group. Anxiety, depression, poor concentration, forgetfulness, mild reductions in motor and sensory nerve
conduction velocities have been documented in lead-exposed workers.
Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4): No human or animal information is available.
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Section 11 – Toxicological Information …continued

Irritancy of Product
Lead (Pb): Lead dust may cause skin irritation.
Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4): Sulfuric acid can cause severe burns to eyes and skin.

Sensitization (Potential Allergen)

Lead (Pb): lead and lead compounds are not known to be skin sensitizers.
Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4): Sulfuric acid can cause severe burns to eyes and skin. There is no data available on
sensitization.

Potential for Accumulation

Lead (Pb): Lead accumulates in the body throughout one’s lifetime.
Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4): Sulfuric acid is absorbed through mucous membranes, ultimately into the bloodstream.
The sulfate anion becomes part of the pool of sulfate anions in the body and is excreted in the urine in
combination with other chemicals in the body. It is unlikely to accumulate in the body.

Battery terminals contain lead. After contact with terminals, wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking,
applying cosmetics or handling contact lenses.

Section 12 – Ecological Information

Lead and lead compounds can pose a threat if released into the environment. Lead is an extremely stable metal.
While some corrosion may be expected in soil, generally an inert coat of insoluble salt will form and limit further
corrosion. Lead particles will sink in water and stay in the sediment, however in fast moving water lead may be
spread. Small amounts of lead in water can lead to accumulation in living organisms over time. Batteries in
landfill sites have contributed to lead leaching into ground water.

Sulfuric acid is harmful to aquatic life even in very low concentrations. It may be dangerous if it enters water
intakes. Aquatic toxicity for Bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus) in fresh water was 24.5 ppm / 24 hrs, which was
lethal. LC50 for Flounder was 100 to 330 mg / l / 48 hrs.

Section 13 – Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal Method: Non-spillable batteries are recyclable. It is an offence to dispose of lead-acid batteries
by any means other than recycling. Do not dispose of in regular household garbage. Contact GS Battery –
Canada for information on disposal.
Ontario: Must be recycled in an Ontario Ministry of the Environment approved facility, permitted to receive
Ontario Waste Class 112.
United States: U.S. law requires that chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded material is
classified as hazardous waste. Use U.S. EPA guidelines for the classification of hazardous waste listed in 40
CFR 261.3. Additionally, consult state and local hazardous waste regulation to ensure complete and accurate
classification.
Hazardous Waste Class/Code: Not applicable to finished product as manufactured for distribution into
commerce. Batteries are considered hazardous goods (UN2800) when being transported for reclamation
(recycling). US EPA hazardous waste code D002 (corrosivity) and D008 (lead) apply to spent batteries only.

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Section 14 – Transport Information

United States
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT): Non-spillable wet electric storage batteries are regulated by the
U.S. DOT under the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR). Exemptions are made if certain criteria are met.
Peak Energy Products PK, PKG, PKH and PKL series batteries meet the test requirements for “nonspillable wet
electric storage batteries”, as provided in 49 CFR 173.159(d), and therefore are non-regulated by DOT, for
surface transportation, when protected against short circuits and securely packaged. (These data refer to
undamaged batteries). The outer packaging must be plainly and durably marked “NONSPILLABLE”.
This exemption does not apply to spent batteries being transported for reclamation (recycling). When shipping
spent batteries the following applies:

Proper shipping name: Batteries, wet, non-spillable

Hazard Class/Division: 8
Identification Number: UN2800
Packing Group: III
Label Required: No (Class 8) label required

Canada
Transport Canada: Non-spillable wet electric storage batteries are regulated by Transport Canada under the
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act (TDG). Exemptions are made if certain criteria are met. Peak Energy
Products PK, PKG, PKH and PKL series batteries meet the test requirements for “batteries, wet, non-spillable”,
as specified in Schedule 2 Special Provision #39 (2) of the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, and therefore
are exempt and non-regulated by Transport Canada, for surface transportation, when protected against short
circuits and securely packaged. (These data refer to undamaged batteries). The outer packaging must be plainly
and durably marked “NONSPILLABLE”.
This exemption does not apply to spent batteries being transported for reclamation (recycling). When shipping
spent batteries the following applies:

Proper shipping name: Batteries, wet, non-spillable

Hazard Class/Division: 8
Identification Number: UN2800
Packing Group: III
Label Required: No (Class 8) label required

International
IATA: Peak Energy Products PK, PKG, PKH and PKL series batteries are safe for air transport, as they have met
the testing requirements put forth in Special Provision # A67 of the IATA Dangerous Goods List. No label
required.
IMO: Peak Energy Products PK, PKG, PKH and PKL series batteries are safe for marine transport, as they have
met the testing requirements put forth in Special Provision SP238 of the IMDG code. No label required.
Certificate of Testing documentation for the above exemptions and special provisions is available from GS
Battery – Canada on request.

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Section 15 – Regulatory Information

U.S. Federal Regulations
TSCA: The following ingredients are listed in the TSCA Registry as follows:
CAS# 7439-92-1 (lead), CAS# 1309-60-0 (lead dioxide), CAS# 7446-14-2 (lead sulfate),
CAS# 7440-70-2 (calcium), CAS# 7440-31-5 (tin), CAS# 7664-93-2 (sulfuric acid)
and CAS# 7440-38-2 (arsenic).
RCRA: Spent lead-acid batteries are subject to streamlined handling requirements when managed in compliance
with 40 CFR section 266.80 and 40 CFR part 273. Spilled sulfuric acid is a characteristic hazardous waste; EPA
hazardous waste number D002 (corrosivity). Exposed lead is a hazardous waste; EPA hazardous waste number
D008 (lead).
CERCLA (Comprehensive Response Compensation, and Liability Act):
Reportable quantity (RQ) for spilled 100% sulfuric acid (CAS# 7664-93-2) under CERCLA is 1000 lbs.
(454 Kg). State and local reportable quantities for spilled sulfuric acid may vary.
SARA Title III (Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act)
Supplier Notification: This product contains toxic chemicals that may be reportable under Section 313
Toxic Chemical Release Inventory (Form R) requirements. CAS numbers and % by weight information
is provided in the table in Section 3 of this document.
EPCRA:
Sulfuric acid is listed “Extremely Hazardous Substance” under EPCRA (Emergency Planning and
Community Right to Know Act), with a Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ) of 1000 lbs. (454 Kg).
a) Section 302 notification is required if 1000 lbs (454 Kg) or more of sulfuric acid is present at one site.
The average non-spillable battery contains less than 2 lbs. (0.9 Kg) of sulfuric acid.
b) Section 312 Tier Two reporting is required for non-automotive batteries if sulfuric acid is present in
quantities of 500 lbs. or more and / or if lead is present in quantities of 10,000 lbs. or more.
Clean Air Act (CAA): This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act (CWA): Sulfuric acid is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA.

State Regulations
California Proposition 65: The following chemicals identified to exist in the finished product as distributed into
commerce are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm: Arsenic,
Sulfuric Acid and Lead. CAS numbers and % by weight information is provided in the table in Section 3 of this
document.

California Proposition 65 Label

Warning: Battery, posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead, lead compounds and other chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects and other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.

California Consumer Product Volatile Organic Compound Emissions

This Product is not regulated as a Consumer Product for purposes of CARB/OTC VOC Regulations, as-sold for
the intended purpose and into the Industrial /Commercial supply chain.
Right to Know Legislation: Sulfuric acid, lead and lead compounds, calcium, tin and arsenic can be found on the
following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey, Florida, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, and Massachusetts.

Cont’d…

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Canadian Regulations
Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL)
All ingredients remaining in the finished product as distributed into commerce are included on the Domestic
Substances List.
WHMIS 2015: Corrosive materials present at greater than 1%. This product has been classified in accordance
with Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) and the Hazardous
Products Regulations (HPR). The SDS contains all of the information required by those regulations. Lead, lead
dioxide, lead sulfate, calcium, tin, sulfuric acid and arsenic are listed in the GHS. CAS numbers and % by weight
information is provided in the table in Section 3 of this document.
NPRI and Ontario Regulation 127/01
This product contains the following chemicals subject to reporting requirements of Canada NPRI and/or Ontario
Regulation 127/01: Lead, Sulfuric Acid.
CAS numbers and % by weight information is provided in the table in Section 3 of this document.

European Regulations
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS)
All ingredients remaining in the finished product as distributed into commerce are exempt from, or included on,
the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.
European Communities (EC) Hazard Classification according to:
Classification, Labeling & Packaging (CLP) Regulation no. 1272/2008 and Registration, Evaluation,
Authorization and restriction of CHemicals (REACH) Regulation no. 1907/2006.
These products are manufactured articles and not subject to CLP and REACH registration requirements.
Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS)
Peak Energy Products PK, PKG, PKH and PKL series batteries are exempt from RoHS restrictions for lead
content. Supporting information is available from GS Battery – Canada on request.

Section 16 – Other Information

This entire document has been revised to comply with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and
Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) for SDS (ST/SG/AC10-30-Rev6) in order to maintain consistency throughout
Canada (HPR & WHMIS 2015), the United States (ANSI Z400/Z129.1-2010), Europe (1272/2008) and Japan
(JIS Z 7253). Every effort has been made to ensure that this document meets all the requirements of these
standards at the time of publication. (June 1, 2017) SDS-PEAK-6R0.

Vendee and third persons assume the risk of injury proximately caused by the material if reasonable safety
procedures are not followed as provided for in the SDS. Vendor shall not be liable for injury to vendee or third
persons proximately caused by abnormal use of the material even if reasonable procedures are followed.

All persons using this product, all persons working in an area where this product is used, and all persons handling
this product should be familiar with the contents of this SDS. This information should be effectively
communicated to employees and all others who might come in contact with this product.

The information contained herein is based on data considered accurate as of the date hereof, however, no warranty
is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of these data or the results obtained from the use thereof.

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