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MSDS041

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Date: 05 MAY 14

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET / SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION I – PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product Description

Product Identification

Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Cells and Batteries (UBBLxx Series)

UBBL02, UBBL03, UBBL06, UBBL06-01,UBBL06-02, UBBL07, UBBL10,

UBBL13, UBBL18, UBBL29, UBBL29/B, UBBL31, UBBL36, UBBL38,

12041-2100-01, 12041-2100-02, 12041-2100-03, 12041-2200-01, 12041-2200-02, 12041-2200-03, SCP0570008, S00301, Part # 1009761, S00319, S00335

Manufacturer

Name/Address

Ultralife Corporation

2000 Technology Parkway

Newark, NY 14513

24 Hour

Emergency

Contact

ChemTrec

800-424-9300 (US)

703-527-3887 (International)

Technical Contact 800-332-5000 Issue Date 23 MAY 02

Prepared By Rick Marino Revision Date: 05 MAY 14

NSN # 6140-01-553-3527 (for UBBL02); 6140-01-620-0555 (for UBBL03)

6140-01-542-4380 (for UBBL06); 6140-01-590-4132 (for UBBL07)

6140-01-554-2347 (for UBBL10); 6140-01-611-0192 (for UBBL13)

6140-01-573-4968 (for UBBL29); 6140-01-583-0570 (for UBBL29/B)

6140-01-573-6374 (for UBBL31); 6140-01-551-8898 (for 12041-2100-01);

6140-01-548-7566 (for 12041-2100-02)

Section II - HAZARD IDENTIFICATION Hazard

Classification

This Ultralife battery product meets the definition of an article. Under the Globally

Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS), “Articles” as defined in the Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) of the

Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the United States of America, or by similar definition, are outside the scope of the system. [Rev. 2 (2007) Part 1.3.2.1.1]

Hazard/Caution

Statements

Do not open or disassemble.

Do not expose to fire or open flame.

Do not mix with batteries of varying sizes, chemistries or types.

Do not puncture, deform, incinerate or heat above 85oC (185oF).

The materials contained in this product may only represent a hazard if the integrity of the cell or battery is compromised; physically or electrically abused.

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SECTION III - COMPOSITION - INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION

Under normal use conditions, cells and batteries do not emit hazardous or regulated substances.

Component CAS Number EINECS Number % by Wt.

Lithium Cobalt Oxide 12190-79-3 235-362-0 25 - 35

Carbon, various forms 7440-44-0 231-153-3 10 - 30

Polymer Binders NA NA 0.1 - 1

Copper 7440-50-8 231-159-6 0.1 - 1

Aluminum 7429-90-5 231-072-3 0.1 - 1

Biphenyl 92-52-4 202-163-5 0.1 - 0.3

Organic Carbonates NA NA 5 - 20

Lithium Salts NA NA 1 - 6

Depending on product configuration, components used to assemble battery packs (e.g. housings, electronic components and wiring) may contain additional hazardous materials, such as lead solder.

SECTION IV - FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation Avoid inhaling any vented gases.

Remove to fresh air immediately.

If breathing is difficult, seek emergency medical attention.

Ingestion

Consult a physician or local poison control center immediately

Skin Contact Exposure to materials from a ruptured or otherwise damaged cell or battery may cause skin irritation.

Flush immediately with water and wash affected area with soap and water.

Eye Contact Exposure to materials from a ruptured or otherwise damaged cell or battery may cause eye irritation.

Flush immediately with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes; consult a physician immediately.

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SECTION V - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing

Media

Copious amounts of cold water or water-based foam may be used to cool burning cells or batteries. Do not use warm or hot water.

A carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguisher is also effective.

For fires involving exposed, raw lithium metal (characterized by deep red flames), use only metal (Class D) fire extinguishers.

Do not use Halon type extinguishing material.

Special Fire

Fighting

Procedures

Use a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) if cells or batteries are involved in a fire.

Full fire fighting protective clothing is necessary.

During water application, caution is advised as burning pieces of flammable particles may be ejected from the fire.

Unusual Fire and Explosion

Hazard

Cells or batteries that are damaged, opened or exposed to excessive heat/fire may flame or leak potentially hazardous organic vapors.

SECTION VI - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

In the event a cell or battery is crushed; releasing its contents, rubber gloves must be used to handle all battery components.

Avoid inhalation of any vapors that may be emitted.

Damaged batteries that are not hot or burning should be placed in a sealed plastic bag or container.

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SECTION VII - HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for

Safe Handling

Batteries are designed to be recharged. However, improperly charging a cell or battery may cause the product to flame or leak. Use only approved chargers and procedures.

Never disassemble a battery or bypass any safety device.

More than a momentary short circuit will cause temporary battery voltage loss until the battery is subjected to a charge. Batteries have re-settable fuses that can be reactivated through applying a charge to the battery.

Extended short-circuiting creates high temperatures in the cell.

High temperatures can cause burns in skin or cause the cell to flame.

Avoid reversing battery polarity within the battery assembly. To do so may cause cell to flame or to leak.

Conditions for

Safe Storage and

Incompatibility

Batteries should be separated from other materials and stored in a non-combustible, well ventilated structure with sufficient clearance between walls and battery stacks. Do not place batteries near heating equipment, nor expose to direct sunlight for long periods.

Do not store batteries above 60ºC (140ºF) or below -20ºC (-4ºF). Store batteries in a cool (below 25C (77ºF)), dry area that is subject to little temperature change. Elevated temperatures can result in reduced battery service life. Battery exposure to temperatures in excess of 130C (266ºF) will result in the battery venting flammable liquid and gases.

Do not store batteries in a manner that allows terminals to short circuit.

SECTION VIII: EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Engineering

Controls and

Work Practices

Under conditions of normal use, batteries do not emit hazardous or regulated substances.

No engineering controls are required for handling batteries that have not been damaged.

Personal

Protective

Equipment

Personal protective equipment for damaged batteries should include chemical resistant gloves and safety glasses.

In the event of a fire, SCBA should be worn along with thermally protective outer garments.

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SECTION IX. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance Cylindrical cell or pack UEL/LEL Not Applicable

Odor None Vapor Pressure Not Applicable

Odor Threshold Not Applicable Vapor Density Not Applicable pH Not Applicable Relative Density Not Available

Melting Point Not Available Solubility Not Applicable

Boiling Point Not Available Partition Coefficient Not Applicable

Flash Point Not Applicable Auto-ignition Temperature Not Available

Evaporation Rate Not Applicable Decomposition Temperature Not Available

Flammability Not Applicable Viscosity Not Applicable

SECTION XI – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No toxicological impacts are expected under normal use conditions.

The electrolytes contained in this cell or battery can irritate eyes with any contact.

Prolonged contact of electrolytes with lung tissue, skin or mucous membranes may cause irritation.

Detailed information regarding sensitization, carcinogenicity, mutagenicity or reproductive toxicity related to internal cell or battery components has not been included in this document.

Carcinogen References

1. National Toxicology Program (NTP): No

2. IARC Monographs: No

3. OSHA: No

SECTION X. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability: Stable

Hazardous Polymerization: Will Not Occur

Conditions to Avoid: Prolonged overcharging and/or overheating.

It is not recommended that this product be stored above 60C (140F).

Hazardous Decomposition: Carbon Monoxide (CO), and Hydrogen Fluoride (HF)

Reactivity: Damaged non-discharged batteries contain elemental Lithium that is water reactive. This reaction gives off heat and hydrogen gas

SECTION XII – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No ecological impacts expected under normal use conditions.

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Information on the ecological impact of internal cell or battery components has not been included in this document.

SECTION XIII. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Do not dispose in fire. Battery disposal regulations vary on national, state/provincial and local bases.

Disposal must be conducted in accordance with the applicable regulations.

These batteries contain recyclable materials and recycling is encouraged over disposal.

SECTION XIV. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

Ultralife’s lithium metal primary cells and batteries and lithium-ion cells and batteries are classified and regulated as Class 9 dangerous goods (also known as “hazardous materials” in the United States) by the

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), International Air Transport Association (IATA), International Maritime Organization (IMO) and many government agencies such as the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). These organizations and agencies publish regulations that contain detailed packaging, marking, labeling, documentation, and training requirements that must be followed when offering (shipping) Ultralife’s cells and batteries for transportation. However, small cells and batteries are not subject to certain provisions of the regulations (e.g. Class 9 labeling and UN specification packaging) if they meet specific requirements. The regulations are based on the UN

Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods Model Regulations and the UN Manual of

Tests and Criteria. These regulations also apply to shipments of cells and batteries that are packed with or contained in equipment. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in substantial civil or criminal penalties.

The dangerous goods regulations require that each cell and battery design be subject to tests contained in Section 38.3 of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria prior to being offered for transport..

Approved, production level cells and batteries manufactured and assembled by Ultralife have been tested to Section 38.3 of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria and passed T1 through T8.

Batteries or battery packs constructed by other parties using Ultralife’s cells must be subjected to the tests contained in Section 38.3 of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria.

Important Note Regarding Prototype Cells and Batteries

Ultralife Corporation is permitted to ship prototype cells and batteries as Class 9 hazardous materials/dangerous goods in accordance with the requirements contained in A competent authority approval; provided by the US Department of Transportation. Recipients of these shipments are prohibited from reshipping unless they have received a similar approval from the governing Competent

Authority.

For more detailed information, refer to the Transportation Regulations Page on Ultralife’s website:

http://www.ultralifebatteries.com/engineers.php?ID=137

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SECTION XIV. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION (continued)

Air, Sea and Surface Classification UN 3480, Lithium Ion batteries

UN 3481, Lithium Ion batteries, contained in equipment

UN 3481, Lithium Ion batteries, packed with equipment

These cells and batteries must be identified as above on the Bill of Lading (or other shipping documentation) and properly packaged with their terminals protected from short circuit.

Air shipments of lithium metal cells and batteries must be packed and marked according to IATA/ICAO

Packing Instruction 965 (batteries only); 966 (with equipment) or 967 (contained in equipment).

Sea shipments of lithium metal cells and batteries must be packed and marked according to IMDG

Packing Instruction P903.

Hazard Class 9 Packing Group II Tunnel Code E

Stowage Location A Marine Pollutant No

SECTION XV. REGULATORY INFORMATION

US

Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Article

CERCLA SECTION 304 Hazardous Substances NA

EPCRA SECTION 302 Extremely Hazardous Substance NA

EPCRA SECTION 313 Toxic Release Inventory NA

EPCRA SECTION 312 NA

Components Listed on US Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory Yes

California Prop 65 Classification None

EU

Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals

(REACH) 1907/2006

Article

European RoHS Directive 2008/35/EC Not

Applicable

European WEEE Directive 2008/34/EC

Note: Applies to cells and batteries incorporated into electrical and electronic equipment, when that equipment becomes waste.

See Note

SECTION XVI. OTHER INFORMATION

If returning product to any division of Ultralife, consult the relevant regulations regarding handling, packaging, labeling and transportation.

For UBBL29 and UBBL29/B Products

External Battery Finish – Reference MSDS for Sherwin Williams MIL-DTL-64159 (approx. 8 grams)

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Disclaimer The information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Users should consider this data only as a supplement to other information gathered by them and must make independent determinations of the suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use and disposal of these materials and the safety and health of employees and customers.

Revision History

Revision Description PCN # Date

AR Added P/Ns S00319 & S00335. 14-0051 05 MAY 14

Required Signatures

Originator Rick Marino Date:

05 MAY 14

Checker Amy M. Knapp Date:

05 MAY 14

PCB Coating – Reference MSDS for Humiseal 1B73 Aerosol (approx. 0.6 grams)

Li-Ion Cells – Reference MSDS for Molicel Cobalt-based Lithium-Ion Cells (approx. 768 grams)

For UBBL31 Products

Battery Case Material – Reference MSDS for Sabic Noryl® N190X-701 (approx. 132 grams)

PCB Coating – Reference MSDS for Humiseal 1B73 Aerosol (approx. 0.6 grams)

Li-Ion Cells – Reference MSDS for Molicel Cobalt-based Lithium-Ion Cells (approx. 1152 grams)