Iata, the international air transportation association, has provided guidelines for traveling with lithium batteries and devices containing lithium batteries. Additional lithium battery safety document example 1. Iata lithium battery guidance document 20 idfscargo page 6 04102012. Documents and downloads complementing the current edition of the iata dgr.
Technical instructions and corresponding international air transport association iata. No text other than the class 9 must be included in the bottom part of the lithium battery class 9 label. Require a lithium battery handling label in addition to a class 9 label for ib. This document is based on the provisions set out in the 20192020 edition of the icao technical instruction for the safe transport of dangerous goods by air technical instructions and the 60th edition. All information provided below is supplied by iata.
Iata is the international air transport association. Transport of lithium metal and lithium ion batteries. Each package must be labeled with lithium battery label specified in the iata dgr 7. Packing instructions 965 970 lithium batteries important note. Understand and comply with state and federal regulations when you rely on labelmasters selection of air transport hazmat books. Its everything you need to safely and efficiently prepare lithium battery shipments in compliance with international air transport regulations. It is anticipated that these addenda will be issued in by midjanuary. These commodities must be correctly identified, classified, packaged, marked and labeled. Application of a new lithium battery handling label for certain lithium batteries. For almost 2 years shippers of small excepted batteries and batterypowered devices have had the option to use either the lithium battery handling caution label or the lithium battery mark while operating under the transition period that has been allowed within the international and domestic regulations.
This package contains lithium cells or batteries in the following configuration check applicable. Sometimes called secondary lithium batteries includes lithium polymer lipo batteries these batteries are often found. Baggage where the lithium battery is designed to charge other devices and cannot be removed is forbidden for carriage. This package contains lithium cells or batteries in the following configuration tick applicable box. Section i iata lithium battery shipping and packaging guidelines. Iata lithium battery guidance document 2014 apcscargo page 2 15122014 definitions lithium battery the term lithium battery refers to a family of batteries with different chemistries, comprising many types of cathodes and electrolytes. Lithium batteries are dangerous goods, and can pose a safety risk if not prepared in compliance with transport regulations. The full report of dgp25, when available, along with the working papers of dgp25. Transportation regulations for lithium metal and lithium. The iata lithium battery shipping guidelines lbsg has everything you need to safely and efficiently prepare lithium battery shipments in. Lithium ion and lithium polymer cells or batteries 2020. Transportation regulations for lithium metal and lithiumion cells and batteries. Every shipper of lithium batteries via air transport has the responsibility to comply with iata 3. Self adhesive, polypropylene labels with easypeel backing 126x110mm.
How to safely pack and ship batteries protect batteries and terminals when shipping almost any battery, you must protect all. Iata issued a notice on the classification of small lithium batterypowered vehicles when shipped as cargo and the provisions that apply, specifically the wording of special provision a214. Lithium battery labels 98617 with the use of lithium batteries becoming more frequent, the need to regulate shipping is a growing concern. Transport of lithium batteries in accordance with the icao technical instructions guidance document. Iata lithium battery guidance document 2014 apcscargo page 3 051120. I, unless the label s on the packages inside the overpack are visible. Guidance document transport of lithium metal and lithium. Iata dangerous goods regulations 59th edition english effective 1 january 2018. Class 9 lithium battery hazard label c documentation. For example, a package containing a notebook computer may have 1 lithium ion battery and 2 small lithium metal coin cells installed in the product. Class 9a lithium battery label un3090 dangerous goods labels. How to safely pack and ship batteries protect batteries and terminals when shipping almost any battery, you must protect all terminals against short circuits that can result in fires. State of charge soc of the battery cell must not exceed 30% lithium cellsbatteries packed with equipment lithium cells batteries contained in equipment.
The presence of the lithium batteries can contravene various regulatory requirements. Dangerous goods regulations custom batteries, battery packs. Un3480, lithium ion batteries cells pi965 section ii. The rules provided by iata in the recent publication went into effect march 2018.
Handling of lithium metal and lithium ion batteries. Provisions for lithium batteries carried by passengers on aircrafts. Iata issued a notice on the classification of small lithium battery powered vehicles when shipped as cargo and the provisions that apply, specifically the wording of special provision a214. Let the new iata lbsg 3rd edition guide you step by step through the shipping process. Lithium content hazard class hazards precautions usa us dot 49 cfr section 173185 lithium batteries and cells 1 g cell2 g battery dangerous goods, class 9 no marine pollutant lithium handling label needed 1 g cell2 g battery. Printer for shipping labels december 26th 2017 shipping labels wide collections of all kinds of labels pictures online. Jan 03, 2020 if your package of lithium batteries requires a class 9 label all fully regulated packages and section ib of iata pi 965 or 968, you must use the class 9lithium battery label below. Download the explanation and guidance on the transport of nickel metal hydride batteries pdf by air. Airfreight iata lithium ion batteries are classified as follows. For the purposes of the dgr they are separated into. The class 9 hazard label, specifically for lithium batteries, must also show the lithium battery image and can only be used for packages containing lithium batteries.
Section ia, ib and ii, must bear a cargo aircraft only label, in addition to other required marks andor labels. The old lithium battery handling label is no longer valid and must not be applied to packages after 31 december 2018. Section ia, ib and ii, must bear a cargo aircraft only label, in addition to existing marks andor labels. Transport of lithium batteries in accordance with the icao. More information about the smart baggage with integrated lithium batteries andor electronics pdf. Iata lithium battery shipping guidelines lbsg 7th edition 2020, chinese mobile license code iata859361.
Examples of smart luggage include features such as. Labels are a means of identifying a product or container through a piece of fabric, paper, metal or plastic film onto which information about them is printed. Individual packages with labeling within overpack overpack. We are a label manufacturer, not a reseller, so you can rely on the best prices for your cargo and shipping labels.
Packing instruction 965 lithium battery manufacturer. However, under the latest 60th edition of the regulations, effective from 1st january 2019, the new labels will be mandatory. Appendix a template for accompanying lithium battery document 2016 lithium battery guidance document 7 january 2016 additional lithium battery safety document example 1 reference number optional. Any equipment packed with or containing lithium batteries in particular equipment returned for repair purposes as part. Lithium ion cells and batteries may be offered for transport provided that each cell and battery meets the provisions of 3. Lithium metal maximum of 1 gram of lithium metal per cell. Lithium battery shippers must stay abreast of changes. All our labels and placards conform to bs 5609 standards for pressuresensitive, adhesivecoated labels. Iata lithium battery guidance document 2020 apcscargo page 2 12122019 definitions lithium battery the term lithium battery refers to a family of batteries with different chemistries, comprising many types of cathodes and electrolytes. Persons preparing shipments in accordance with part 2 of these packing instructions must have received training in compliance with the requirements in subsection 1.
The ukcaa has completed a bowtie risk model pdf on the carriage of lithium battery shipments, illustrating how a risk analysis can be carried out. The air transportation of dangerous goods is regulated by reams of legislation based on the icao technical instructions for the safe transport of dangerous goods by air. This package contains lithium cells or batteries in the following configuration check all applicable boxes. If packages are assembled into an overpack the requirements for.
The labels must show alithium ion battery, blithium metal battery or clithium ion and metal batteries and a telephone number for additional information. Introduction this document is based on the provisions set out in the 20112012 edition of the icao technical instruction for the safe transport o f dangerous goods by air and the 53rd edition of the iata dangerous goods regulations dgr. New lithium battery markingslabels for 2019 for those of us who experience the joys of shipping lithium batteries, you have probably come to the realization that the regulators like to change the rules regarding them and do that on a frequent basis. Lithium ion battery shipping label printable top label maker. Lithium battery label update 2019 hibiscus plc buy. It should be 12 mm high and shipper must complete phone number portion of label. Transport document lithium battery shipments pertaining to section ib of pi965 pi968, and all section ii shipments requiring a lithium battery handling label must be accompanied by a transport document. Protect terminals by completely covering them with an insulating, nonconductive material e. Un3480 lithium ion batteries un3481 lithium ion batteries contained in equipment un3481 lithium ion batteries packed with equipment especially the watthour rating and other conditions classify which dangerous goods regulations must be. Cells and batteries must not be packed in the same outher packaging with other dangerous. As lithium batteries pose a chemical and electrical hazard, companies are now responsible to follow the regulations set by phsma and packing instructions set by the icao iata.
Iata battery powered data logger guidance document 2020 apcscargo page 3 07012020 lithium ion batteries sometimes abbreviated liion batteries are a secondary rechargeable battery where the lithium is only present in an ionic form in the electrolyte. Enhanced packaging and revised quantity limits for lithium batteries as shown in table 31 and in the new packing instructions. Shipping dangerous goods by air icao and iata regulatory. If you use the standard class 9 label without the burning battery illustration, your package will be rejected. Even so, passengers should consult with their airline prior to travel in case additional restrictions are in effect. This guidance is intended to address commonly asked questions regarding these provisions.
Lithium battery class 9 hazard label lithium battery mark cargo aircraft only labe l note. Iata lithium battery handling guide from labelmaster. The new lithium battery handling labels and shipping marks have been effective, under changes to the iata dangerous goods transport regulations, since 1st jan 2017. If your package of lithium batteries requires a class 9 label all fully regulated packages and section ib of iata pi 965 or 968, you must use the class 9lithium battery label below. Iata 2019 lithium battery guidance document inmark, llc.
Lithium batteries guidance material can be found on the. Guru labels stocks and prints generic and custom shipping labels for dangerous goods and hazardous materials including lithium battery caution labels, cargo aircraft only and overpack labels. New lithium battery markings labels for 2019 for those of us who experience the joys of shipping lithium batteries, you have probably come to the realization that the regulators like to change the rules regarding them and do that on a frequent basis. Lithium batteries, both lithium ion and lithium metal, are fully regulated dangerous goods when prepared under section ia iata regulations. Please be aware that for shipments to, within or from asia. However, under the latest 59th edition of the regulations, effective from 1st january 2018, there are a couple of further updates. Iata lithium battery guidance document 2019 apcscargo page 19 03122018 1. These devices could include integrated lithium batteries, motors, power banks, gps, gsm, bluetooth, rfid or wifi technology. Iata dangerous goods regulations and rto the 3 d edition of the iata lithium battery shipping guidelines. Lithium ion batteries packed with equipment un3481, p. Each battery cell must be protected against a short circuit and placed in an inner packaging that completely encloses the battery cell, then placed in a strong rigid outer packaging. Guidelines for traveling with lithium batteries infotrac.
Lithium metal and lithium ion batteries larger than those permitted by section ii of the. Icao council has adopted the recommendations of the icao air navigation commission prohibiting all lithium batteries shipped by themselves not contained in or packed with equipment for transport as cargo on passenger aircraft. The iata lithium battery shipping guidelines lbsg will guide you stepbystep through the shipping process. Iata lithium battery guidance document 2018 apcscargo page 2 06022018 definitions lithium battery the term lithium battery refers to a family of batteries with different chemistries, comprising many types of cathodes and electrolytes. Packages must bear the class 9 hazard label in addition to the lithium battery handling label. Iata lithium battery guidance document 2017 apcscargo page 2 15122016 definitions lithium battery the term lithium battery refers to a family of batteries with different chemistries, comprising many types of cathodes and electrolytes. When you purchase class 9a lithium battery label un3090 dangerous goods hazard labels you should check and test that they comply with bs5609 specification and regulation standards.
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