Un 3480 lithium ion batteries class 9

What is a 3480 or 3481 lithium ion battery?

UN-No: 3480 or 3481 Lithium-Ion Batteries and Lithium-Ion batteries contained in equipment or packed with equipment. 07: ADR/RID Requirements Transit by road

Does a lithium battery Mark have a UN number?

Yes. The mark may bear all applicable UN numbers, e.g. UN 3091, UN 3481, to identify that the package contains lithium metal batteries packed with or contained in equipment and lithium ion batteries packed with, or contained in equipment. J. What are the requirements for the telephone number on the lithium battery mark?

What happens if you don't use un3480 compliant packaging?

Failing to use the right, UN3480 compliant packaging for shipment of lithium batteries could have dire consequences for your business. This could extend to significant fines, jail sentences for individuals within your organisation and the reputational damage of having caused a (potentially fatal) accident.

What are the new UN numbers for lithium ion and lithium metal batteries?

New UN numbers were introduced for Lithium Ion (rechargeable) and Lithium Metal (non-rechargeable) batteries and stringent conditions are now in force, even where special provisions applied. Some of the batteries we carry through the Hazchem Network are – UN 3090 — lithium metal batteries

How much lithium ion battery should a package contain?

Lithium metal battery ≤ 2 g lithium content Lithium ion battery ≤ 100 Wh Packages containing LITHIUM BATTERIES (not contained in or packed with equipment) must not exceed 30 kg gross mass. Good quality packaging to withstand the shocks and loading normally encountered during transport. Constructed and closed to prevent loss of contents.

What are the shipping requirements for a lithium ion battery?

All packages prepared in accordance with Packing Instruction 968, Section IA, IB and II, must bear a Cargo Aircraft Only label, in addition to other required marks and/or labels. All lithium ion cells and batteries (UN 3480 only) must be shipped at a state of charge (SoC) not exceeding 30% of their rated capacity.