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May 17th, 2017

Subject: Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for Lithium Metal Batteries installed in Dukane Seacom Products

To Whom It May Concern:

Dukane Seacom currently uses multiple lithium metal batteries sizes for DK series units depending on battery code listed on outside
of unit. This designation can be found on the outside label of the beacon. All batteries have passed testing required by UN38.3
standards and are considered “Cells” by IATA standards and should be packaged and shipped in accordance with current IATA and
local regulatory requirements. Attached to this document is the SDS and UN38.3 testing information from our manufacturer. Please
note that these are not considered hazardous under GHS classification. Reference the guide below to identify the proper battery code.
NOTE: For shipping purposes, any DK series beacon should be considered “Lithium Metal Batteries Contained in Equipment” not
“Lithium Metal Batteries”.

Dukane Battery Lithium

Reference UN Shipping UN 38.3
Battery Dukane Part Number MFG Model Metal
Type Information Testing
Code Number Content (gm)
DK100 PASSED
DK120 DKM120 UN3091
Beacons C BR-A 0.6
DK130 DKM480 PI970 Section II
DK140
Battery 810-2013/K UN3090 PASSED
C 810-2008/K BR-A 0.6
Kits 810-2019/K PI968 Section IB
DK470 PASSED
DK100/90
DK228 UN3091
Beacons B DK120 BR-C 1.7
DK485 PI970 Section I
N15B217B
DKM502/90
810-2010/K PASSED
Battery 810-2017/K UN3090
B 810-2007/K BR-C 1.7
Kits 810-2018/K PI968 Section IA
810-2020/K
DK502 UN3091 PASSED
Beacons E BR-AG 0.7
DK504 PI970 Section II
Battery UN3090 PASSED
E 810-2016/K BR-AG 0.7
Kits PI968 Section IB
DK120/90 UN3091 PASSED
Beacons F BR-C 1.7
DK180 PI970 Section I
Battery UN3090
F 810-2042/K BR-C 1.7 PASSED
Kits PI968 Section IA
Should you require any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at stancey@rpcaero.com or the telephone
number listed above.

Sincerely,

Sean Tancey
Director of Quality
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This product is a consumer product which is used in a hermetically sealed state. So, it is not an object of
the SDS system. This document is provided to customers as reference information for the safe handling
of the product. The information and recommendations set forth are made in good faith and are believed
to be accurate at the date of preparation. Panasonic Corporation makes no warranty expressed or
implied.

PRODUCT SAFETY DATA SHEET

1 Chemical product and company identification
Name of Product : Poly-carbonmonofluoride lithium battery
Name of Company : Panasonic Corporation Automotive & Industrial Systems Company
Address : 1-1 Matsushita-cho, Moriguchi-city, Osaka, 570-8511, Japan
Telephone +81-6-6994-4560
Division Energy Device Business Division
Department Engineering Department
Emergency Contact : Outside the United States +1-703-527-3887
(call CHMTREC) in the United States 1-800-424-9300

2 Hazards identification
GHS Classification : Not applicable
Toxicity : Vapor generated from burning batteries, may irritate eyes, skin and
throat.
Hazard : Electrolyte and lithium metal are inflammable.
Risk of explosion by fire if batteries are disposed in fire or heated above
100 degrees C.
Stacking or jumbling batteries may cause external short circuits, heat
generation, fire or explosion.

3 Composition/information of ingredients
Component Material CAS No. Content (%)

Positive electrode Poly-carbonmonofluoride 51311-17-2 14 - 27

Negative electrode Lithium metal 7439-93-2 2-6
Electrolyte Organic electrolyte - 13 - 30
Others Steel 7439-89-6, 7440-47-3 25 - 60
(Steel or Plastic parts) Polypropylene 9003-07-0 4 - 30

Lithium content per cell

Model Lithium Model Lithium Model Lithium Model Lithium
Number content(g) Number content(g) Number content(g) Number content(g)
BR-2/3A 0.4 BR-A 0.6 BR-AA 0.8 BR-1/2AA 0.4
BR-2/3AH 0.5 BR-AH 0.7 BR-AAK 0.8 BR-1/2AAK 0.4
BR-2/3AG 0.5 BR-AG 0.7
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4 First aid measures (in case of electrolyte leakage from the battery)
Eye contact : Flush the eyes with plenty of clean water for at least 15 minutes
immediately, without rubbing. Get immediate medical treatment.
If appropriate procedures are not taken, this may cause eye injury.
Skin contact : Wash the contact areas off immediately with plenty of water and
soap. If appropriate procedures are not taken, this may cause sores
on the skin.
Inhalation : Remove to fresh air immediately. Get medical treatment
immediately.

5 Firefighting measures
Fire extinguishing agent : Alcohol-resistant foam and dry sand are effective.
Extinguishing method : Since vapor, generated from burning batteries may make eyes,
nose and throat irritates, be sure to extinguish the fire on the
windward side. Wear the respiratory protection equipment in some
cases.

6 Accidental release measures (in case of electrolyte leakage from the battery)
Take up with absorbent cloth, treat cloth as inflammable.
Move the battery away from the fire.

7 Handling and storage

Handling : ž When packing the batteries, do not allow battery terminals to
contact each other, or contact with other metals. Be sure to pack
batteries by providing partitions in the packaging box, or in a
separate plastic bag so that the single batteries are not mixed
together.
ž Use strong material for packaging boxes so that they will not be
damaged by vibration, impact, dropping and stacking during
their transportation.
ž Do not short-circuit, recharge, deform, throw into fire or
disassemble.
ž Do not mix different type of batteries.
ž Do not solder directly onto batteries.
ž Insert the battery correctly in electrical equipment.

Storage : ・Do not let water penetrate into packaging boxes during their
storage and transportation.
・Do not store the battery in places of the high temperature or
under direct sunlight.
ž Please also avoid the places of high humidity. Be sure not to
expose the battery to condensation, rain or frozen condition
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8. Exposure controls and personal protection

Acceptable concentration : Not specified in ACGIH.
Facilities : Provide appropriate ventilation system such as local ventilator in
the storage place.

Protective Equipment (in case of electrolyte leakage from the battery)

Respiratory Protection : Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for organic gases
Hand Protection : Safety gloves.
Eye Protection : Safety goggle

9. Physical and chemical properties

Appearance : Cylindrical shape
Nominal Voltage : 3V

10. Stability and reactivity

Since batteries utilize a chemical reaction they are actually considered a chemical product.
As such, battery performance will deteriorate over time even if stored for a long period of time
without being used. In addition, the various usage conditions such as discharge, ambient
temperature, etc. are not maintained within the specified ranges the life expectancy of the battery
may be shortened or the device in which the battery is used may be damaged by electrolyte
leakage.

11. Toxicological information (in case of electrolyte leakage from the battery)
Acute toxicity : Oral(rat) LD50 ＞ 2000mg/kg (estimated)
Irritation : Irritating to eye and skin.
Mutagenicity : Not specified.
Chronic toxicity : Not specified.

12. Ecological information

In case of the worn out battery was disposed in land, the battery case may be corroded, and leak
electrolyte.
Mercury (Hg), Cadmium (Cd) and Lead (Pb) are not used in cell.

13. Disposal considerations

When the battery is worn out, dispose of it under the ordinance of each local government.

14. Transport information

During the transportation of a large amount of batteries by ship, trailer or railway, do not leave
them in the places of high temperatures and do not allow them to be exposed to condensation.

During the transportation do not allow packages to be dropped or damaged.

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Proper shipping name : Lithium metal batteries

UN Number, UN Class : UN3090, Class9 (for the Air transport by PI968 Section IA or IB)
: Exemption (for the Marine transport and the Air transport by
Section II of PI 968, 969 or 970)
Even though the cells are classified as lithium metal batteries
(UN3090 or UN3091), they are not subject to some requirements of
Dangerous Goods Regulations because they meet the following:
1. for cells, the lithium content is not more than 1g ;
2. each cell is of the type proven to meet the requirements of each test
in the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, PartⅢ, sub-section 38.3.
3. each cell is manufactured in ISO9001 certified factory.

Please refer to the following reference information about concrete ways of transportation. Actual
content of packaging label and shipping documents varies by shipping companies. Make sure to
confirm in advance with your shipping company.

Information of reference
Packing Instruction(PI)/
Reference Note
Special provision(SP)
Air transport IATA DGR Cells, Cargo Aircraft only; Net quantity per
PI 968 SectionⅠA
package Max. 35kg
Cells, Cargo Aircraft only; net quantity per
PI 968 SectionⅠB
package Max. 2.5kg
Cells, on Cargo Aircraft only, not more than
PI 968 SectionⅡ one package in any single consignment.
Maximum number of cells per package; 8 cells
PI 969 SectionⅡ Cells packed with equipment
PI 970 SectionⅡ Cells contained in equipment
Marine transport IMDG Code SP 188

15. Regulatory information

・IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations 58th Edition (IATA DGR)
・IMO International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code 2014 Edition (IMDG Code)
・UN Recommendations on the Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Model Regulations
・UN Recommendations on the Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Manual of Tests and Criteria
・EU Battery Directive（2006/66/EC, 2013/56/EU)
・Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 on the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of
Chemicals (REACH)
・State of California Regulations - Best management practices for Perchlorate Materials

16. Other information

This PSDS is provided to customers as reference information in order to handle batteries safely.
It is necessary for the customer to take appropriate measures depending on the actual situation such
as the individual handling, based on this information.
Panasonic Corporation, Automotive & Industrial Systems Company
No. BR-A -001

Independent Certification of Lithium battery (UN Model Regulation)　/　国連勧告テスト証明

Nominal specification / 規格値
Items / 項目 Specification Value / 規格値 Remarks / 備考
Model Number / 品番 BR-A
Nominal Voltage / 公称電圧 3.0 V
Nominal Capacity / 公称容量 1800 mAh
Lithium Content / ﾘﾁｳﾑ含有量 0.6 g Category / 分類 : Cell / 単電池

Test Results / 結果
UN Manual of Tests and Criteria Results Remarks
国連勧告テストと判定基準 結果 備考
T1 : Altitude simulation /高度ｼｭﾐﾚｰｼｮﾝ Pass / 合格
T2 : Thermal Test / 温度試験 Pass / 合格
T3 : Vibration / 振動 Pass / 合格
T4 : Shock / 衝撃 Pass / 合格
T5 : External short circuit / 外部短絡 Pass / 合格
T6 : Crush / 圧壊 Pass / 合格
T7 : Overcharge / 過充電 -------------- for rechargeable batteries only / 充電式電池のみ
T8 : Forced discharge / 強制放電 Pass / 合格
Hereby we certify that this model of Lithium battery meets the requirements of each test in the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria 5th revised edition
Amendment 1, Part III, sub-section 38.3.
上記テストは国連勧告テスト(Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, sub-section 38.3.)に従い確認された結果であることを証明致します。

Issued on : January 1, 2015

Approved / 承認 Checked / 確認 Prepared / 作成

Toshihiko Izumikawa Toshiyuki Shimizu 　Masahito Okamoto

Energy Device Business Division/ｴﾅｼﾞｰﾃﾞﾊﾞｲｽ事業部
Panasonic Corporation, Automotive & Industrial Systems Company / ﾊﾟﾅｿﾆｯｸ株式会社　ｵｰﾄﾓｰﾃｨﾌﾞ&ｲﾝﾀﾞｽﾄﾘｱﾙｼｽﾃﾑｽﾞ社