This 2024 guide covers essential requirements for transporting both lithium-ion (UN3480) and lithium-metal (UN3090) batteries by air, sea, and ground, including UN38.3 testing, proper packaging, and
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There is no universal answer to the question of what type of lithium-ion battery storage container is needed. To safely ship lithium batteries, one must consider the battery type, quantity, packaging
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If the Watt-hour rating isn''t clearly marked on your battery case, and the information isn''t included on a battery specification or Safety Data Sheet, you can simply determine the battery''s Wh-rating by
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Currently, it is strongly recommended that when offered for air transport, equipment that is packed with, or contains, lithium-ion batteries, and vehicles powered by lithium-ion batteries have the batteries at
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Each distinct shipping guide in this document refers to the regulatory requirements for a specific lithium cell/ battery type, configuration, and size. In this way, a shipper will easily find the applicable
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Properly designed containers can offer insulation against temperature extremes, protect against physical damage, and provide ventilation and other methods to dissipate heat. Moreover, specialized
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Lithium-ion and lithium-metal batteries are the two main types subject to international transport regulations. Their classification determines how they must be packed, labelled, and shipped.
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Lithium battery regulations are the most complex in dangerous goods shipping. One mistake can ground shipments, trigger fines, or worse. Here''s how to ship batteries safely and legally.
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Our goal is for you to become familiar with the current Lithium Batteries & Cells Shipping Guide by following these simple instructions and for you to use it as an ongoing source for the proper
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IUMI strongly supports the SoC limit of 30% for air freight and advocates similar principles for maritime transport. Regulations depend on battery size and packing method.
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