Date: 20100513
This Sheet is provided as technical information only. The information and recommendations set forth
are made in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the date of preparation. SAMSUNG SDI
Corp. makes no warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to this information and disclaims all
liabilities from reliance on it
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Samsung SDI Lithium-Ion Cell
Samsung SDI INR18650-15M
Item Value Remark
Nominal Voltage 3.6V
Nominal Capacity 1500mAh
Wh-capacity 5.4 Wh < 20Wh for cell
MANUFACTURER
Samsung SDI Co., Ltd
508 Sungsung-Dong Cheonan-Si
Chungcheongnam-Do, Korea
Tel: 82-70-7125-1837 Emergency Contact (Chemtrec) 1-800-424-9300: US and Canada
1-703-527-3887: International
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INGREDIENTS
% CAS NUMBER
Aluminum Foil 2-10 7429-90-5
Metal Oxide (propietary) 20-50 Confidential
Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)
Styrene Butadiene Rubber(SBR)
<5
<5
24937-79-9
9003-55-8
Copper Foil 2-10 7440-50-8
Carbon (proprietary) 10-30 7440-44-0
Electrolyte (proprietary) 10-20 Confidential
Aluminum and inert materials Remainder N/A
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PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY
Skin contact, Skin absorption, Eye contact, Inhalation, and Ingestion : NO
SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Skin contact, Skin absorption, Eye contact, Inhalation
→ No effect under routine handling and use.
Date: 20100513
This Sheet is provided as technical information only. The information and recommendations set forth
are made in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the date of preparation. SAMSUNG SDI
Corp. makes no warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to this information and disclaims all
liabilities from reliance on it
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REPORTED AS CARCINOGEN
NOT APPLICABLE
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INHALATION, EYE CONTACT, and SKIN CONTACT: Not a health hazard.
INGESTION
If swallowed, obtain medical attention immediately.
If exposure to internal materials within cell due to damaged outer casing, the following actions are
recommended.
INHALATION
Leave area immediately and seek medical attention.
EYE CONTACT
Rinse eyes with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT
Wash area thoroughly with soap and water and seek medical attention.
INGESTION
Drink milk/water and induce vomiting; seek medical attention.
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GENERAL HAZARD
Cell is not flammable but internal organic material will burn if the cell is incinerated.
Combustion products include, but are not limited to hydrogen fluoride, carbon monoxide and
carbon dioxide.
EXTINGUSHING MEDIA
Use extinguishing media suitable for the materials that are burning.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
If possible, remove cell(s) from fire fighting area. If heated above 125°C, cell(s) can
explode/vent.
FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT
Use NIOSH/MSHA approved full-face self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with full
protective gear.
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Date: 20100513
This Sheet is provided as technical information only. The information and recommendations set forth
are made in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the date of preparation. SAMSUNG SDI
Corp. makes no warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to this information and disclaims all
liabilities from reliance on it
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ON LAND
Place material into suitable containers and call local fire/police department.
IN WATER
If possible, remove from water and call local fire/police department.
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HANDLING
No special protective clothing required for handling individual cells.
STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry place.
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Keep away from heat and open flame. Store in a cool dry place.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respirator: Not required during normal operations. SCBA required in the
event of a fire.
Eye/face protection: Not required beyond safety practices of employer.
Gloves: Not required for handling of cells.
Foot protection: Steel toed shoes recommended for large container handling.
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State Solid Odor N/A
PH N/A Vapor pressure N/A
Vapor density N/A Boiling point N/A
Solubility in water Insoluble Specific gravity N/A
Density N/A
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REACTIVITY
None
Date: 20100513
This Sheet is provided as technical information only. The information and recommendations set forth
are made in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the date of preparation. SAMSUNG SDI
Corp. makes no warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to this information and disclaims all
liabilities from reliance on it
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INCOMPATIBILITIES
None (during normal operation). Avoid exposure to heat, open flame, and corrosives.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
None (during normal operating conditions). If cells are opened, hydrogen fluoride and carbon
monoxide may be released.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Avoid exposure to heat and open flame. Do not puncture, crush or incinerate.
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This product does not elicit toxicological properties during routine handling and use.
Sensitization: NO
Teratogenicity: NO
Reproductive toxicity: NO
Acute toxicity: NO
This product does not contain any kinds of the following substances and halogen-type flame
retardants including Chlorine and Bromide type harmful flame retardants which are listed in
Appendix of TCO documents and relevant international ECO requirements:
Polybromated Biphenyls (PBB)
Polybromated Biphenyl Ethers (PBBE)
Polybromated Biphenyl Oxides (PBBO)
Polybromated Diphenylethers (PBDE)
Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB)
Polychloronated Diphenylethers (PCDE)
Tetrabromphisphenol A (TBBPA)
Asbestos, Antimonytrioxide, Dioxine
None of the following substances will be exposed, leaked, or emitted during transportation, storage
or any operation and any temperature condition:
Chlorinated Fluorohydrocarbon (FCKW)
Acrylonitride
Styrol
Phenol
Benzol
Mercury of greater than 0.0001 wt% for alkaline battery
Mercury of greater than 0.0005 wt% for other battery
Lithium content of greater than 0.5g/cell, 1.5g/battery
Cadmium, lead, and other harmful heavy metal
This product does not contain mercury, cadmium and lithium-metal.
Mercury content: N/A
Date: 20100513
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are made in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the date of preparation. SAMSUNG SDI
Corp. makes no warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to this information and disclaims all
liabilities from reliance on it
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Lithium-metal: N/A
Cadmium content: N/A
If the cells are opened through misuse or damage, discard immediately. Internal components of cell
are irritants and sensitizers.
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Some materials within the cell are bioaccumulative. Under normal conditions, these materials are
contained and pose no risk to persons or the surrounding environment.
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CALIFORNIA REGULATED DEBRIS
RCRA Waste Code: Non-regulated
Dispose of according to all federal, state, and local regulations.
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OSHA hazard communication standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Hazardous a Non-hazardous
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The rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery pack as stated in Appendix are made in compliance to the
requirements stated in the latest edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Packing
Instruction 965 sectionⅡsuch that they can be transported as a NOT RESTRICTED (non-
hazardous/non-dangerous) goods. However, if those lithium-ion battery packs are pack with or
contained in an equipment, then it is the responsibility of the shipper to ensure that the consignment
are packed in compliance to the latest edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations section
Ⅱ of either Packing Instruction 966 or 967 in order for that consignment to be declared as NOT
RESTRICTED (non-hazardous/non-Dangerous).
With regard to transport, the following regulations are cited and considered:
- The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Technical Instructions (2009-2010
Edition),
- The International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations (51st
Edition, 2010)
- The International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code (2008 Edition),
- US Harzardous Materials Regulations 49 CFR(Code of Federal Regulations)
Date: 20100513
This Sheet is provided as technical information only. The information and recommendations set forth
are made in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the date of preparation. SAMSUNG SDI
Corp. makes no warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to this information and disclaims all
liabilities from reliance on it
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Sections 173-185 Lithium batterie and cells,
- The UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, Manual of Tests and
Criteria 38.3 Lithium batteries, 4
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revised edition(UN3480)
Our products are properly classified, described, packaged, marked, and labeled, and are in proper
condition for transportation according to all the applicable international and national governmental
regulations, not limited to the above mentioned. We further certify that the enclosed products have
been tested and fulfilled the requirements and conditions in accordance with UN Recommendations
(T1 – T8) on the Transport of Dangerous Goods Model Regulations and the Manual of Testes and
Criteria that can be treated as “Non-Dangerous Goods”.
Test results of the UN Recommendation on the Transport of Dangerous Goods
Manual of Test and Criteria (38.3 Lithium battery) Test Results Remark
No Test item
T1 Altitude Simulation Pass
T2 Thermal Test Pass
T3 Vibration Pass
T4 Shock Pass
T5 External Short Circuit Pass
T6 Impact Pass
T7 Overcharge Pass For pack only
T8 Forced Discharge Pass For cell only
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For further information, please contact SAMSUNG SDI sales representative.
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