What increases the potential for carbon zinc battery leakage?
Typically, carbon zinc batteries will not leak under normal storage and usage conditions. However, the potential for leakage is significantly increased if batteries are subjected to deep discharging, charging, mixing of battery chemistries, mixing of fresh and used batteries, physical damage, or extended exposure to high temperature. Carbon zinc battery leakage is extremely caustic and contact with bare skin should be avoided. In the event that battery leakage comes in contact with your skin, flush the area for 15 minutes with copious amounts of water.
