Transport of lithium batteries in accordance with the icao. The iphone 7 battery has fewer markings than its samsung s8 counterpart. These labels allow you to indicate which type of battery you are shipping lithium ion battery or lithium metal battery, and provides room for your phone number. Labels lithium battery labels freight merchandising. For additional information please contact your local dhl representative. Lithium ion rechargeable batteries technical handbook. The inside story of the lithium ion battery john dunning, research scholar in residence daniel forbes, graduate student electrical engineering. A full update on the new rules for the transport of lithium batteries by air can be found on the website of the international air transport association iata. Handling label 120mmx110mm metal 3091 lithium battery rolls of 250 code vlithmet3091. In majority of conventional batteries, the electrolytes are aqueous solutions such as zncl, koh, etc. These hazards include possible battery venting, explosion andor fires. Lithium battery guidance document revised 9 march 2016. Battery label address label marking place the appropriate battery statement in a document pouch mark by hand or place the marking affix the labels do not fold labels over edge if space in available on the box it is preferable to place the marking, labeling and documentation on the same surface of the package.
Panasonic corporation energy company l the words lithium ion batteries, not restricted and pi number must be included in the additional. Lithium batteries guidance powerizer battery official site. Lithium ion and lithium polymer cells or batteries 2020 iata dgr. Update on dangerous goods transportation regulations for. The newly designed lithium battery mark is required on packages carrying lithium ion or lithium metal batteries. If shipping lithium batteries packed in, packed with equipment or alone, complete the lithium battery safety document and battery label, as described in this brochure. Less than 4 cells or 2 batteries, no special documents or labels required net weight of batteries is less than 5 kg 11 lb. If packages are assembled into an overpack the requirements for overpacks in dgr 7.
Limited service to, from, within the asia pacific region due to air carriers restrictions. S department of transportation for all the domestic and international shipments containing dangerous goods. These labels come 300 per roll on a high quality label material with a strong permanent adhesive and measure 4. For carriage by airplane the lithium battery handling label is required. The current lithium battery handling labels will be replaced with a new lithium battery mark.
Its important to follow safety precautions when selecting and soldering batteries into assemblies. For passenger aircraft, additional packaging requirements must be met. Ion 3481 lithium battery handling label compliant with international labelling regulations. Lithium battery labels suppliers of hazardhandling labels. These labels are required for specified quantities of hazardous materials. Each package must be labelled with a lithium battery handling label figure 7. Should iata or icao require certain shipments that contain a battery to be labeled, it will have a battery handling label like the graphic below attached to the outside of the container. There is a new design lithium battery label instead of general class 9 label and also a new lithium handling mark there is a.
Ups customer centerlithium battery safety document for air. Lithium ion and lithium polymer cells or batteries 2016. Each package must be marked in accordance with the requirements of 7. Effective march 6, 2019, cargo aircraft only labels or. Edition of the iata dangerous goods regulations dgr. Please note that additional restrictions may apply dependent on the airline, route or destination of the lithium cells and batteries.
Regulations applicable to shipments of lithium batteries within the united states have changed. Safety requirements for transportation of lithium batteries mdpi. Lithium ion and lithium polymer cells or batteries 2016 iata dgr. For nonrechargeable lithium batteries, write lithium metal battery. Know the emergency procedures for an accidental leak, fire, or exposure of lithium batteries. The left photograph above is for the battery used in the iphone 7 while the right photograph is for the samsung s8 battery.
Download the explanation and guidance on the transport of nickel metal hydride batteries pdf by air. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture battery may burst and release hazardous decomposition products when exposed to a fire situation. When deposited at a post office, these items are only acceptable by ground service. Certain hazards are associated with exposure to heat and its subsequent effects on sealed cells. Dangerous goods regulations, 54th edition 20 english version author. The width 120mm x length 110mm sized lithium battery handling label must be labeled onto the side of a package without bending it. 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 icaoiata. What the label on a lithiumion battery means qnovo.
Safety and handling guidelines for electrochem lithium batteries 4 cells and battery packs to be tolerant to adverse conditions, these very active chemical systems have limitations. Most of the best vape mods use 18650 rechargeable batteries or a builtin lithiumion battery, and i dont think anyone can build a more powerful compact mod than the smok gx350, before battery technology improves. Many readers have asked me about battery sizes, charging and handling tips. Iata lithium battery guidance document 2016 v2 apcscargo page 2 09032016. Download the excerpt of iata dg regulations on the classification of infectious substances pdf. Keep a spill kit with absorbent materials available in case of a battery leak. Uninstalled lithium ion and metal batteries shipped on their own are acceptable by ground service only and require a lithium handling label and lithium battery document. For packages containing both types of batteries, write lithium ion and lithium metal batteries lithium battery handling label example this label can be printed in. 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. As such, they are not covered by legal requirements to generate and supply an sds or. Section ib and section ii and is intended to be separatefrom the package. A liion battery cell is a sealed article, with a typical voltage of 3.
Figure 3 shows the lithium battery handling label 3a, the cargo aircraft. Uline stocks a wide selection of air specialty labels including cargo aircraft only labels. These lithium battery handling labels are required on all packagings carrying lithium ion batteries or lithium metal batteries by aircraft. Please be aware that for shipments to, within or from asia additional relevant supporting documents may need to be presented. These lithium battery labels are printed on semigloss paper with permanent adhesive and sold in rolls of 500.
Each package must be labeled with a lithium battery handling label. Lithium battery labels 98617 with the use of lithium batteries becoming more frequent, the need to regulate shipping is a growing concern. Battery labels that evolve with the regulations keep your battery shipment compliant and moving smoothly with the widest variety of battery labels buy battery labels designed to withstand even the most abrasive elements and harsh environments manufactured using longlife uv inks means they are resistant to peeling and they wont fade or fall off. More than 4 cells or 2 batteries installed in electronic equipment with no other batteries in the package. Only use battery packs that are equipped with electronic protection circuits. H in addition to the class 9 hazard label figure 7. Lithium battery safety document section ii or section i. Lithium battery the term lithium battery refers to a family of batteries with. Less than 4 cells or 2 batteries, no special documents or labels required net weight of batteries is less than 5. We have a variety of lithium battery labels, markings and documents including universal waste, recyclable, hazard class and more. The class 9 miscellaneous dangerous goods hazard label may continue to be used until december 31, 2018. The lithium battery handling label may be printed directly on the outer packaging provided that there is sufficient contrast between the elements of the lithium battery label and the colour of the packaging material.
Section ib requirements apply to lithium ion cells with a watthour rating not exceeding 20 wh and lithium ion batteries wit h a watt. Write the type of battery for rechargeable lithium batteries, write lithium ion battery. 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. Labels lithium ion battery durable and printed labels, able to withstand open weather exposure without substantial reduction in effectiveness. Its handling and storage shall respect the following key principles. It is important to know the working limits of the cells selected.
Keep a class d fire extinguisher available to extinguish burning batteries. Safe handling of lithium batteries according to reach regulation ec 19072006, art 31 and to osha regulation 29 cfr 1910. Icao and iata have adopted a new label that is required for many shipments of lithium batteries and batteries shipped with or in equipment. Even with the gelled electrolyte added, a lipo battery is essentially the same as a liion battery. Guidelines on portable batteries and battery peripherals. Ups customer centerlithium battery safety document for. A lithiumpolymer battery, or more correctly lithiumion polymer battery abbreviated variously as lipo, lip or lipol is a liion battery in which the electrolyte has been plasticized or gelled through a polymer additive. Section ib requirements apply to lithiumion cells with a watthour rating not exceeding 20 wh and lithiumion batteries wit h a watt. For almost 2 years shippers of small excepted batteries and battery powered 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. Other types of batteries, including lithium ion and lithium metal types, may be fully. The marking size is 120mm x 110mm and the label size is 120mm x 115mm.
All of our dot hazmat labels are printed with fade resistant pigments and our adhesives are formulated for permanent adhesion in various climates, environments and. New marks and labels have been introduced for the shipment of lithium batteries, effective on january 1, 2017. Addendum i to the 61st edition pdf has been issued and will take effect on 1 january 2020. Lithium ion batteries packed by themselves packing instruction 965 not contained in or packed with equipment. Hazmat packaging and supplies lithium batteries labeling. The purpose of todays post is to shed some light on what one can glean from the label of a lithiumion battery. Lithium battery labels, battery handling labels, lithium. Shipping lithium batteries update to commercial customers. Transportation of lithium batteries 2018 training presentation. The electrochemical reactions of the primary lithium battery with mnoz cathode are described in table 1. Place the completed lithium battery safety document in document pouch or resealable envelope and attach it to the outside of the package. With effect 1 april 2016 all lithium ion cells and batteries must be shipped at. So, until elon musk finds a way to revolutionize 18650.
Please consult the regulations for detailed requirements on lithium cell and. Lithium battery handling label paper, battery shipping. Keep your battery shipment compliant and moving smoothly with the widest variety of battery labels standard and personalizable in a variety of materials. As of 1st of january 2020 producers and subsequent distributors of cells. Iata lithium battery guidance document 2019 tadiran batteries. Please be aware that for shipments to, within or from asia additional relevant supporting documents may need to. As such, they are not covered by legal requirements to generate and supply an sds or an msds.
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