Safety Data Sheet

SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE

COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

Product Name: DURACELL ALKALINE BATTERIES

Product Identification: Alkaline Manganese Dioxide Cells –

Product Use: Energy Source

SDS Date of Preparation: July 1, 2008

Duracell Designations:
Battery Name/Size Duracell Designation Voltage IEC Designation
Duracell Plus D MN1300 1,5 LR20
Duracell Ultra M3 D MN1300 1,5 LR20
Duracell Plus C MN1400 1,5 LR14
Duracell Ultra M3 C MN1400 1,5 LR14
Duracell Plus AA MN1500 1,5 LR6
Duracell Ultra M3 AA MN1500 1,5 LR6
Duracell Plus AAA MN2400 1,5 LR03
Duracell Ultra M3 AAA MN2400 1,5 LR03
Duracell Plus 9V MN1604 9 6LR61
Duracell Ultra M3 9V MN1604 9 6LR61
Duracell 4.5V MN1203 4,5 3LR12
Duracell AAAA MN2500 1,5
Duracell MN11 MN11 6
Duracell MN9100 N MN9100 LR1
Duracell 7K67 J 7K67J 6,2 4LR61

Company Identification:

EU Office Switzerland Office US Office

Procter & Gamble UK. Procter& Gamble Duracell, a division of P&G
The Heights, Brooklands Switzerland SARL Berkshire Corporate Park
Weybridge, Surrey Route de Saint-Georges 47 Bethel, CT 06801 USA
KT13 0XP UK 1213 Petit-Lancy, 1, Geneva, Telephone: 203-796-4000
Telephone: +44-1-93-289-6000 Telephone: +41-58-004-6111

Emergency Phone Number: INFOTRAC 24-Hour Emergency Response Hotline: 1-352-323-3500

(United States of America)

SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Physical Appearance: Copper top battery.

CAUTION: May explode or leak, and cause burn injury, if recharged, disposed of in fire, mixed with a
different battery type, inserted backwards or disassembled. Replace all used batteries at the same time. Do
not carry batteries loose in your pocket or purse. Do not remove the battery label.

EU Classification of Preparation: Not classified as a dangerous preparation.

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 SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Name CAS Number EINECS Amount Classification

Number
Manganese Dioxide 1313-13-9 215-202-6 35-40 % Xn, R20/22
Zinc 7440-66-6 231-175-3 10-25 % N, R50/53
Potassium Hydroxide (35 %) 1310-58-3 215-181-3 5-10 % C, Xn, R22,
R35
Graphite (natural or 7782-42-5, 231-955-3 1-5 % None
synthetic) 7440-44-0 231-153-3

Note: Some Duracell alkaline batteries contain a Duracell Power Check™ battery energy gauge, which is
a small conductive strip located underneath the PVC battery label that indicates the amount of charge in
the battery. It is composed of minute quantities of conductive materials. Due to the small quantity of
materials and their solid form, a health or environmental risk is unlikely.

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

General Advice: The chemicals and metals in this product are contained in a sealed can. Exposure to the
contents will not occur unless the battery leaks, is exposed to high temperatures or is mechanically,
physically, or electrically abused. Damaged battery will release concentrated potassium hydroxide, which
is caustic. Anticipated potential leakage of potassium hydroxide is 2 to 20 ml, depending on battery size.

Eye Contact: If battery is leaking and material contacts the eye, flush thoroughly with copious amounts
of running water for 30 minutes. Seek immediate medical advice.

Skin Contact: If battery is leaking and material contacts the skin, remove any contaminated clothing and
flush exposed skin with copious amounts of running water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation, injury or
pain persists, seek medical advice.

Inhaled: If battery is leaking, contents may be irritating to respiratory passages. Move to fresh air. If
irritation persists, seek medical advice.

Swallowed: If battery contents are swallowed, do not induce vomiting. If the victim is alert, have them
rinse their mouth are the surrounding skin with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical
attention.

Note: This SDS does not include or address the small button cell batteries which can be ingested.

SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Fire and Explosion Hazards: Batteries may burst and release hazardous decomposition products when
exposed to a fire situation.

Extinguishing Media: Use any extinguishing media that is appropriate for the surrounding fire.

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing
apparatus and full protective clothing. Fight fire from a distance or protected area. Cool fire exposed

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batteries to prevent rupture. Use caution when handling fire-exposed containers (containers may rocket or
explode in heat of fire).

Hazardous Combustion Products: Thermal degradation may produce hazardous fumes of zinc and
manganese; hydrogen gas, caustic vapors of potassium hydroxide and other toxic by-products.

SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Notify safety personnel of large spills. Caustic potassium hydroxide may be released from leaking or
ruptured batteries. Clean-up personnel should wear appropriate protective clothing to avoid eye and skin
contact and inhalation of vapors or fumes. Increase ventilation. Carefully collect batteries and place in an
appropriate container for disposal.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

Avoid mechanical or electrical abuse. DO NOT short circuit or install incorrectly. Batteries may explode,
pyrolize or vent if disassembled, crushed, recharged or exposed to high temperatures. Install batteries in
accordance with equipment instructions. Do not mix battery systems, such as alkaline and zinc carbon, in
the same equipment. Replace all batteries in equipment at the same time. Do not carry batteries loose in a
pocket or bag. Do not remove battery tester or battery label.

Storage: Store batteries in a dry place at normal room temperature. Do not refrigerate – this will not
make them last longer.

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

The following occupational exposure limits are provided for informational purposes. No exposure to the
battery components should occur during normal consumer use. Refer to specific country regulations for
additional exposure limit information.

Chemical Name Exposure Limits

3
Manganese Dioxide 0,5 mg/m TWA UK WEL
0,5 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable) DFG MAK
0,2 mg/m3 VL Belgium
0,2 mg/m3 TWA Denmark LV
Zinc None established for zinc metal
Potassium Hydroxide 2 mg/m3 STEL UK WEL
2 mg/m3 VCD Belgium
2 mg/m3 Ceiling Denmark LV
Graphite 4 mg/m3 TWA UK WEL (respirable dust)
10 mg/m3 TWA UK WEL (inhalable dust)
1,5 mg/m3 TWA DFG MAK (respirable dust)
4 mg/m3 TWA DFG MAK (inhalable dust)
2 mg/m3 VL Belgium (respirable dust)

Ventilation: No special ventilation is needed for normal use.

Respiratory Protection: None required for normal use.

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Skin Protection: None required for normal use. Use neoprene, rubber or latex gloves when handling
leaking batteries.

Eye Protection: None required for normal use. Wear safety goggles when handling leaking batteries.

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance and Odor: Copper top battery.

Water Solubility: Insoluble

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability: This product is stable.

Incompatibility/Conditions to Avoid: Contents are incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Do not
heat, crush, disassemble, short circuit or recharge.

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Thermal decomposition may produce hazardous fumes of zinc
and manganese; caustic vapors of potassium hydroxide and other toxic by-products.

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Potential Health Effects:

The chemicals and metals in this product are contained in a sealed can. Exposure to the contents will not
occur unless the battery leaks, is exposed to high temperatures or is mechanically, physically, or
electrically abused. Damaged battery will release concentrated potassium hydroxide, which is caustic.
Anticipated potential leakage of potassium hydroxide is 2 to 20 ml, depending on battery size.

Eye Contact: Contact with battery contents may cause severe irritation and burns. Eye damage is
possible.

Skin Contact: Contact with battery contents may cause severe irritation and burns.

Inhalation: Inhalation of vapors or fumes released due to heat or a large number of leaking batteries may
cause respiratory and eye irritation.

Ingestion: Swallowing is not anticipated due to battery size. Choking may occur if smaller AAA batteries
are swallowed. Ingestion of battery contents (from a leaking battery) may cause mouth, throat and
intestinal burns and damage.

Acute Toxicity Data:

Manganese Dioxide: LD50 oral rat >3478 mg/kg
Potassium Hydroxide: LD50 oral rat 273 mg/kg

Chronic Effects: The chemicals in this product are contained in a sealed can and exposure does not
occur during normal handling and use. No chronic effects would be expected from handling a leaking
battery.

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Target Organs: Skin, eyes and respiratory system.

Carcinogenicity: None of the components of this product are listed as carcinogens by the EU Directive
on the classification and labeling of substances.

SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No ecotoxicity data is available. This product is not expected to present an environmental hazard.

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL INFORMATION

Disposal should be in accordance with national and local regulations. Do not incinerate except for
disposal in a controlled incinerator.

Duracell alkaline manganese dioxide batteries are labeled in compliance with EU Battery Directive
2006/66.

SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Transportation Information – Products covered by this SDS, in their original form, are considered “dry
cell” batteries and are not regulated as “DANGEROUS GOODS” for transportation.
For finished packaged product transported by ground (ADR/RID): – not regulated
For finished packaged product transported by sea (IMDG) – not regulated
For finished packaged product transported by air (IATA): – not regulated

SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

EU Classification of Preparation: Not classified as a dangerous preparation.

REACH: These products are manufactured articles and not subject to REACH registration requirements.

EU Labeling: None Required

Labeling is not required because batteries are classified as articles under the both REACH and the
Dangerous Preparations Directive and as such are exempt from the requirement for labeling.

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION

P&G Hazard Rating: Health: 0 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0

EU Classes and Risk Phrases for Reference (See Sections 2 and 3)

C Corrosive
N Dangerous for the Environment
Xn Harmful
R20/22 : Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
R22 Harmful if swallowed.
R35 Causes severe burns
R50/53 : Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
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Data supplied is for use only in connection with occupational safety and health.

DISCLAIMER: This SDS is intended to provide a brief summary of our knowledge and guidance
regarding the use of this material. The information contained here has been compiled from sources
considered by Procter & Gamble to be dependable and is accurate to the best of the Company’s
knowledge. It is not meant to be an all-inclusive document on worldwide hazard communication
regulations.

This information is offered in good faith. Each user of this material needs to evaluate the conditions of
use and design the appropriate protective mechanisms to prevent employee exposures, property damage
or release to the environment. Procter & Gamble assumed no responsibility for injury to the recipient or
third persons, or for any damage to any property resulting from misuse of the product.

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