Lithium battery energy storage container transportation

Can lithium-ion batteries be transported safely in containers?

Industry bodies have united to produce "Guidelines for safe transport of Lithium-ion batteries in containers".

What are the lithium-ion batteries in containers guidelines?

The Lithium-ion Batteries in Containers Guidelines seek to prevent the increasing risks that the transport of lithium-ion batteries by sea creates, providing suggestions for identifying such risks and thereby helping to ensure a safer supply chain in the future.

Are lithium-ion batteries a dangerous cargo?

BESS with lithium-ion batteries is classed as a dangerous cargo, subject to the provisions of the IMDG Code. In the IMDG Code, there are multiple descriptions and shipping names for lithium cells and batteries, depending on their chemistry and whether they are stand-alone, within equipment, contained within vehicles or cargo transport units.

How do I ship lithium batteries by air?

For shipping lithium batteries by air, pilots must receive written information on the presence and location of lithium batteries. Additionally, documentation verifying that packaging meets regulatory performance standards is required.

What should be on the outer box of a lithium ion battery shipment?

The outer box must have the UN number, proper shipping name (e.g. UN 3480, Lithium-ion batteries), and hazard labels. Use laminated labels to prevent damage from condensation. Avoid placing battery shipping labels on removable packaging.

What is un 3536 ( lithium batteries installed in cargo transport unit)?

UN 3536 (Lithium batteries installed in cargo transport unit). Carriers should also be aware of the applicability of the different special provisions (SP) of the IMDG Code. SP 389 (which mentions the securing of batteries to the interior structure of the cargo transport unit) is applicable only to UN 3536.