Power-Sonic SAFETY DATA SHEET Power Sport Series Batteries - Manual (Page 3)

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Ingestion
Sulfuric acid: May cause severe irritation of the mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach.
Lead compounds: May cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and severe cramping. Acute ingestion should be
treated by a physician.
Eye Contact
Sulfuric acid: Severe irritation, burns, cornea damage and possible blindness.
Lead compounds: May cause eye irritation.
Acute Health Hazards
Sulfuric acid: Severe skin irritation, burns, damage to cornea may cause blindness, upper respiratory irritation.
Lead compounds: May cause abdominal pain, nausea, headaches, vomiting, loss of appetite, severe cramping, muscular
aches and weakness, and difficulty sleeping. The toxic effects of lead are cumulative and slow to appear. It affects the
kidneys, reproductive and central nervous systems. The symptoms of lead overexposure are listed above. Exposure to lead
from a battery most often occurs during lead reclamation operations through the breathing or ingestion of lead dust or fumes.
Chronic Health Hazards
Sulfuric acid: Possible scarring of the cornea, inflammation of the nose, throat and bronchial tubes, possible erosion of tooth
enamel.
Lead Compounds: May cause anemia, damage to kidneys and nervous system, and damage to reproductive system in both
males and females.
Carcinogenicity
Sulfuric acid: The National Toxicological Program (NTP) and The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) have
classified strong inorganic acid mist containing sulfuric acid as a Category 1 carcinogen, a substance that is carcinogenic to
humans. The ACGIH has classified strong inorganic acid mist containing sulfuric acid as an A2 carcinogen (suspected human
carcinogen). These classifications do not apply to liquid forms of sulfuric acid or sulfuric acid solutions contained within a
battery. Inorganic acid mist (sulfuric acid mist) is not generated under normal use of this product. Misuse of the product, such
as overcharging, may result in the generation of sulfuric acid mist.
Lead Compounds: Human studies are inconclusive regarding lead exposure and an increased cancer risk. The EPA and the
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) have categorized lead and inorganic lead compounds as a B2
classification (probable/possible human carcinogen) based on sufficient animal evidence and inadequate human evidence.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Inorganic lead and its compounds can aggravate chronic forms of kidney, liver, and neurological diseases. Contact of battery
electrolyte (acid) with the skin may aggravate skin diseases such as eczema and contact dermatitis. Overexposure to sulfuric
acid mist may case lung damage and aggravate pulmonary conditions.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Inhalation
Sulfuric acid: Remove to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
Lead Compounds: Remove from exposure, gargle, wash nose and lips, consult physician
Ingestion
Sulfuric acid: Do not induce vomiting, consult a physician immediately.
Lead Compounds: Consult a physician immediately
Eyes
Sulfuric acid: Flush immediately with water for 15 minutes, consult a physician.
Lead Compounds: Flush immediately with water for 15 minutes, consult a physician
Skin
Sulfuric acid: Flush with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, remove any contaminated clothing. If irritation
develops seek medical attention.
Lead Compounds: Wash with soap and water.