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That’s why the International Air Transport Association (IATA) is promoting the increased viability of air transport for lithium-ion batteries through a four-part approach: Promote the development of outcome-based, harmonized safety-related screening standards and processes for lithium batteries.
There are also IATA regulations for air transport. Shippers must follow these rules, be appropriately certified, and have the training and expertise to prepare lithium-ion batteries for safe air transport.
While these restrictions may feel complex and burdensome, you can find quick guidelines for compliantly shipping any type of lithium batteries (by any mode) using our Lithium Battery Advisor software. Yes, you can still ship lithium batteries by air.
Effective 1 January 2015, lithium metal batteries will be restricted to cargo aircraft only. This only applies when shipping lithium metal batteries by themselves. Batteries packed with or contained in equipment can continue to be shipped on passenger aircraft. Cells and battery packs must be packed in a rigid outer packaging.
Standalone lithium metal batteries (UN3090) are also banned from commercial aircraft. However, lithium batteries packed with or contained in equipment (UN3091 and UN3481) may still be shipped compliantly on commercial aircraft, subject to regulations.
These changes are grounded in the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) Technical Instructions 2025-2026 Edition and proposed by IATA’s Dangerous Goods Board. Here’s what you need to know about these new regulations and how they impact your international battery shipping. 1. New UN Numbers for Sodium-Ion Batteries
IATA provides the most comprehensive guide to international air transport regulations for shipping lithium batteries by air in their Lithium Battery Shipping Regulations …
Products with built-in lithium batteries you can easily transport. But for stand-alone lithium batteries, transporting them requires special services. ... Requirements For Air …
Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air (Technical Instructions) and the 61st Edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR). The provisions of the DGR …
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With the rapid growth in global demand for battery-powered products and the shift toward net-zero carbon emissions, air transport faces new challenges in handling and shipping batteries safely. …
This enables shipment of larger battery sizes and higher volumes. Packaging Instruction 965 — includes loose Li-ion cells and battery packs (UN 3480) Table 2 divides the …
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At DHL, we are committed to acquiring and maintaining the expertise needed to make air transport of lithium-ion batteries safe and reliable. The CEIV Li-batt certification …
The packing instructions inform the shipper how to correctly pack the specific battery. An explanation of UN numbers and their relating packing instructions can be found in …
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With the rapid growth in global demand for battery-powered products and the shift toward net-zero carbon emissions, air transport faces new challenges in handling and shipping batteries safely. From electric vehicles (EVs) to e-bikes, the …
Battery shipment has come under strict transportation regulation and this is especially critical …
Last year ICAO announced several new rules that should help air cargo to mitigate the risks of lithium battery transport. Sullivan says that the main changes centre on how much charge the …
Battery shipment has come under strict transportation regulation and this is especially critical with lithium-based products. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Dangerous …
At DHL, we are committed to acquiring and maintaining the expertise needed to make air transport of lithium-ion batteries safe and reliable. The CEIV Li-batt certification confirms our compliance with safe packing, …
Last year ICAO announced several new rules that should help air cargo to mitigate the risks of lithium battery transport. Sullivan says that the main changes centre on how much charge the batteries should carry during transportation.
Testing. All lithium batteries must undergo a series of rigorous tests which are designed to simulate the effects of transportation. In addition, any lithium batteries which have been tested …
Here''s a fully updated overview of the current air transport regulations for all types of lithium batteries and devices. All standalone lithium batteries are prohibited as cargo on passenger aircraft.
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Here''s a fully updated overview of the current air transport regulations for all types of lithium batteries and devices. All standalone lithium batteries are prohibited as cargo …
The professional transport of battery-related articles – via air, sea or road – is subject to international, national and regional regulatory frameworks, which include comprehensive …
It is important to note the prohibitions and restrictions for the transport of lithium batteries by air. Lithium-Ion Batteries UN3480 Lithium-ion cells and Batteries shipped by themselves – UN3480 (not contained in or packed …
The 2025 IATA DGR adjustments are critical for shippers of batteries and battery-powered vehicles. This article unpacks the key changes to help you prepare for secure, compliant shipping.