Iata lithium battery guidance 2023

Why did the IATA develop a lithium battery compliance resource?

To enhance awareness and maintain compliance, the IATA developed this resource to support shippers, freight forwarders and ground handlers in navigating the complexities of lithium battery transport.

How do I contact the FAA about transporting lithium batteries?

Lithium Battery Questions? For questions about transporting lithium batteries by air you may contact the FAA Office of Hazardous Materials Safety via e-mail at [email protected] or via voice message at 405-954-0088. Please allow 1–2 business days for answers to questions.

Are lithium ion batteries compatible with a cargo transport unit?

This guide only applies to lithium ion batteries or lithium metal batteries installed in a cargo transport unit and designed only to provide power external to the cargo transport unit.

Are damaged lithium batteries allowed in air transport?

Damaged lithium batteries are forbidden from air transport. See page 06 of this guide for information on damaged batteries. For passenger aircraft, the package may not exceed 5 kg net quantity (column 9 of the HMT - § 172.101). "Net quantity" refers to the weight of the batteries, not packaging materials or the equipment.

What is the proper shipping name for lithium ion batteries?

Proper Shipping Name Mark – “Lithium ion batteries packed with equipment” or “Lithium ion batteries contained in equipment”, as appropriate. Note: if the package contains both lithium ion batteries packed with and contained in equipment, the proper shipping name is “Lithium Ion Batteries Packed with Equipment”.

How are lithium batteries regulated?

Lithium cells and batteries are Class 9 (miscellaneous) hazardous materials. There are eight possible descriptions for lithium cells and batteries, depending on the battery chemistry. These descriptions, or proper shipping names, are found in the Hazardous Materials Table (HMT) in § 172.101 of the HMR.