Substance information for UN 3481 - Lithium ion batteries packed with equipment including lithium ion polymer batteries based on the Hazardous Materials Table (Title 49 CFR 172.101) to assist in preparing a risk assessment for loading, transporting and storing hazardous materials.

Feb 7, 2025 · Learn the essential regulations for shipping lithium-ion batteries (UN3480 & UN3481) to ensure safety and compliance in your logistics operations.

A UN3481 battery refers to lithium-ion batteries that are contained in or packed with equipment, which have specific shipping regulations to ensure safety during transport. Understanding these requirements is crucial for compliance and safe handling.

Under the UN Model Regulations, UN Manual of Tests and Criteria and this guidance, to the extent the encased electrochemical unit meets the definition of “cell” herein, it is a “cell”, not a “battery”, regardless of whether the unit is termed a “battery” or a “single cell battery” outside of the UN Model Regulations, the UN Manual of Tests and C...

Jun 7, 2024 · UN3480 and UN3481 are United Nations classifications for shipping lithium batteries. UN3480 refers to lithium-ion batteries shipped alone, while UN3481 pertains to those contained within or packed with equipment. These classifications help ensure compliance with safety regulations during transport.

Substance information for UN 3481 - Lithium ion batteries contained in equipment including lithium ion polymer batteries based on the Hazardous Materials Table (Title 49 CFR 172.101) to assist in preparing a risk assessment for loading, transporting and storing hazardous materials.

Nov 26, 2024 · If you need to ship lithium batteries safely and legally but dont know where to start, this beginners guide to UN3480, UN3481 & IATA regulations will help.

These instructions have been specifically prepared for the shipment of lithium batteries fully regulated as Class 9, UN3090, UN3091, UN3480, UN3481, in compliance with the IMDG Code, Amendment 42-24 (voluntary application January 1, 2025; mandatory January 1, 2026). DO NOT USE THESE SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OTHER BATTERY TYPES.

UN3481 is a UN ID for lithium ion batteries. There are two entries in the DOT Hazardous Materials Table for UN3481. Are Lithium batteries considered hazmat? Yes. Lithium batteries are considered hazardous materials and dangerous goods that require special UN3481 labels, packaging, and forms for safe and compliant transport.

The easiest way to explain this is that a laptop would be considered UN3481. The lithium-ion battery inside the laptop is providing power to the actual laptop (equipment). The battery inside that laptop is classified as UN3480.