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    Gs Battery (U.S.A.) Inc.: Material Safety Data Sheet

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    This document is a material safety data sheet that summarizes the hazardous components, physical data, flammability data, reactivity data, health hazard data, spill/leak procedures, waste disposal methods, safety data, and regulatory information for valve regulated lead-acid batteries. It identifies the main hazardous components as lead and sulfuric acid, and describes the health hazards of exposure to lead as cumulative and affecting the kidneys, reproductive organs and nervous system, and exposure to sulfuric acid as highly corrosive. It provides instructions for handling spills, disposal, and safety precautions when working with the batteries.

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    This document is a material safety data sheet that summarizes the hazardous components, physical data, flammability data, reactivity data, health hazard data, spill/leak procedures, waste disposal methods, safety data, and regulatory information for valve regulated lead-acid batteries. It identifies the main hazardous components as lead and sulfuric acid, and describes the health hazards of exposure to lead as cumulative and affecting the kidneys, reproductive organs and nervous system, and exposure to sulfuric acid as highly corrosive. It provides instructions for handling spills, disposal, and safety precautions when working with the batteries.

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    This document is a material safety data sheet that summarizes the hazardous components, physical data, flammability data, reactivity data, health hazard data, spill/leak procedures, waste disposal methods, safety data, and regulatory information for valve regulated lead-acid batteries. It identifies the main hazardous components as lead and sulfuric acid, and describes the health hazards of exposure to lead as cumulative and affecting the kidneys, reproductive organs and nervous system, and exposure to sulfuric acid as highly corrosive. It provides instructions for handling spills, disposal, and safety precautions when working with the batteries.

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    Gs Battery (U.S.A.) Inc.: Material Safety Data Sheet

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    GS BATTERY (U.S.A.) INC.

    1000 Mansell Exchange W., Suite 350


    Alpharetta, GA 30022
    Tel.(800) 472-2679 (678) 762-4818 Fax: (678) 739-2132

    MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

    DATE 2002 April ISSUED BY Toshio Ohara, CEO & President Phone# 1-800-424-9300
    PRODUCT NAME VALVE REGULATED LEAD-ACID BATTERIES

    HAZARDOUS COMPONENT
    COMPONENT %WEIGHT TLV LD 50 LD 50 LD 50
    ORAL INHALATION CONTACT
    Lead(Pb, PbO2, PbSO4) about 70% (500) mg/kg
    Sulfuric Acid about 20% 1mg/m3 (2,140) mg/kg

    PHYSICAL DATA
    COMPONENT DENSITY MELTING POINT SOLUBILITY ORDER APPEARANCE
    (Boiling) IN WATER
    Lead 11.34 327.4 degrees C None None Silver-Gray Metal
    Lead Sulfate 6.2 1070 degrees C 40 mg/l (15 C) None White Powder
    Lead Dioxide 9.4 290 degrees C None None Brown Powder
    Sulfuric Acid about 1.3 about 114 degrees C 100% Acidic Clear Colorless Liquid

    FLAMMABILITY DATA
    COMPONENT FLASHPOINT EXPLOSIVE LIMIT COMMENTS
    Lead None None
    Sulfuric Acid None None
    Hydrogen 4% - 74.2% Sealed batteries can emit
    hydrogen only if over charged.
    (float voltage > 2.40 VPC)

    REACTIVITY DATA
    COMPONENT STABILITY DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
    Sulfuric Acid Stable at all temperatures Sulfuric dioxide, trioxide, hydrogen sulfide, hydrogen
    INCOMPATIBILITY POLYMERIZATION
    Reactive metals, strong bases, most organic compounds Will not polymerize
    CONDITIONS Prohibit smoking, sparks, flames, etc. from battery charging area. Avoid mixing acid with
    TO AVOID: other chemicals.

    HEALTH HAZARD DATA


    LEAD
    The toxic effects of lead are cumulative and slow to appear. It affects the kidneys, reproductive organs and central
    nervous system. The symptoms of lead overexposure are anemia, vomiting, headaches, stomach pains (lead colic),
    dizziness, loss of appetite, muscle and joint pain. Exposure to lead from a battery most often occurs during lead
    reclamation operations through the breathing or ingestion of lead dust and/or fumes.
    ***This sheet must be passed to any scrap dealer or smelter when the battery is resold.
    SULFURIC ACID
    Sulfuric acid is highly corrosive. Contact can cause severe burns in the skin and eyes. Ingestion of sulfuric acid will
    cause GI track burns. Exposure to sulfuric acid may occur if the battery case has been damaged or the vents have
    been tampered with.
    ***See other side for first aid information.
    GS BATTERY (U.S.A.) INC.
    1000 Mansell Exchange W., Suite 350
    Alpharetta, GA 30022
    Tel.(800) 472-2679 (678) 762-4818 Fax: (678) 739-2132

    SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES


    STEPS TO TAKE IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL
    If sulfuric acid is spilled from a battery, neutralize the acid with sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), sodium bicarbonate
    (soda ash), or calcium oxide (lime). Flush the area with water and it is acceptable to discard the neutralized acid in
    the sewage system.
    ***Do not allow unneutralized acid in to the sewage system.
    WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
    Neutralized acid may be discarded in the sewage system. Spent batteries must be treated as hazardous waste and
    disposed of in accordance with Local, State, and Federal regulations.
    ***A copy of this Material Safety Data Sheet must be supplied to any scrap dealer or secondary
    lead smelter.

    SAFETY DATA
    ELECTRICAL
    Due to the battery's low internal resistance and high power density, high levels of short circuit current can develop
    across the battery terminals. Do not rest tools or cables on the battery. Use insulated tools only. Follow all
    installation instructions and diagrams when installing or maintaining a battery system.
    CONDITION TO AVOID
    Prohibit smoking, sparks, flames, etc., from battery charging area. Avoid mixing acid with other chemicals.
    PROTECTION
    EXPOSURE SITE PROTECTION COMMENTS
    Skin Rubber gloves, Apron Protective equipment must be worn if the battery
    Respiratory Respirator (for lead) is cracked or otherwise damaged. A respirator
    Eyes Safety goggles, Face shield should be worn during lead reclamation
    operations if the TLV is exceeded.

    FIRST AID
    SULFURIC ACID
    SKIN CONTACT Flush with water. See a physician if the contact area is large or if blister occur.
    EYE CONTACT Call a physician immediately. Flush with water until medical help arrives.
    INGESTION Call a physician immediately. If patient is conscious, flush mouth with water, have the patient
    drink milk or sodium bicarbonate solution.
    ***Do not give anything to an unconscious person.

    REGULATORY INFORMATION
    SCHEDULE: II LIST: II CLASS: 8 PACKING GROUP: IIIII
    DESCRIPTION: BATTERIES, WET, NON-SPILLABLE

    DOT REGULATION: Class 60


    DESCRIPTION: BATTERIES, NON-HAZARDOUS, NON-SPILLABLE

    COMMENTS
    As a result of test performed in accordance with D.O.T. Title 49 CFR Part 173.159 (d). As a result of
    tests performed, verification was made that "GS Portalac" or "GS Superlac" batteries meet the requirements of the
    above subchapters of D.O.T. regulations for vibration and pressure differential. Accordingly, "GS Portalac" and "GS
    Superlac" batteries qualify to be listed and categorized as electric storage batteries wet, non-spillable and therefore as
    of September 30, 1995 excepted from the D.O.T. requirements set forth in 49 CFR Part 173.159. The regulation
    change effective September, 1995 was to clarify and distinguish to shippers and transporters, all batteries that have
    been tested and determined to be in compliance with D.O.T. Hazardous Material Regulations, the International Civil
    Aeronautics organization (ICAO), and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Packing Instruction 806 and
    Special Provision A67, and therefore excepted from all other requirements of the regulations and classified as a
    non-spillable battery.

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