Leaflet No.

36

Shipping Lithium Ion Batteries and

Lithium-Ion-Batteries in/with Equipment
Implementation of Dangerous Goods
Transport Regulations
Edition March 2023
ZVEI Batteries Division

Verband der Elektro- und Digitalindustrie

General

Transport of lithium ion batteries is in the scope of Dangerous Goods Transport Regulations. Therefore many specific
requirements have to be respected for their transport. The safe carriage of dangerous goods is important to shippers
and transport companies and not least for every party involved in the chain of lithium ion battery transport.
The following notes, based on recommendations of ZVEI, have been produced to provide initial practical guidance to
the regulations for the carriage of lithium ion batteries and lithium ion batteries in/with equipment.
In any case it is necessary to consult the regulations themselves for details. The applicable regulations are listed below.
They must be fulfilled by the shipper for every commercial shipment of lithium ion batteries.
Especially the energy content and diverse conditions classify which dangerous goods regulations must be taken into
account for the transport of lithium ion batteries. Due to exemption regulations, simplified requirements apply for instance
to lithium ion batteries with a nominal energy up to maximum 100 Wh.
Whereas lithium ion batteries with a nominal energy of more than 100 Wh are always to be treated as fully regulated
Class 9 Dangerous Goods.

This guidance refers to the commercial transport by:

• road/rail: ADR/RID
• sea freight: IMDG Code
• air freight: IATA DGR.
The regulations are subject to change on an annual or biennial basis.
Lithium ion batteries are classified as follows:
• UN 3480 Lithium ion batteries
• UN 3481 Lithium ion batteries contained in equipment
• UN 3481 Lithium ion batteries packed with equipment
In individual cases, a dangerous goods expert should be consulted.
Local authorities are responsible for the interpretation and implementation of the relevant regulations. They can, at
their discretion, make decisions differing from this guideline.
Despite the greatest possible care during the revision and composition, no liability can be assumed for the content
and the completeness of this document.

Legend:

ADR1 Accord relatif au transport international des marchandises Dangereuses par

Route, (Agreement concerning the international carriage of Dangerous goods
by Road)
RID Règlement concernant le transport International ferroviaire de
marchandises Dangereuses (Regulations concerning the International Carriage
of Dangerous Goods by Rai)
IMDG Code International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods
IATA DGR International Air Transport Association Dangerous Goods Regulations
PI Packing Instruction
SP Special Provision
n/a not applicable

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The ADR is available for download from the UNECE Website under transport >> dangerous
goods.

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 Flow chart to determine the appropriate Packing Instruction

Battery
to be shipped

Battery no
Shipment under SP 310, P910 (p. 8)
UN tested?

yes

Battery yes Battery yes Shipment under SP 376, P911

defective/damaged? „critical“?2)
(p. 9 right column)
(p. 9) (p. 9)

no
no
Shipment under SP 376, P908
(p. 9 left column)

Battery yes Shipment under SP 377, P909 (p. 10); contact

for disposal or
local collection point for batteries or a recycler
recycling?

yes or no

yes Transport by yes Shipment under PI 965 Section IB,

Energy3) ≤ 100 Wh?
airfreight? PI 966 Section II, PI 967 Section II (p. 6)

no
no
„exempted“ dangerous goods;
shipment under SP 188 (p. 4)

yes Transport by yes Shipment under PI 965 Section IA

Energy2) > 100 Wh?
airfreight? PI 966 Section I, PI 967 Section I (p. 7)

no
„fully regulated“ dangerous goods shipment
under P903 (p. 5))

Note: Please also take into consideration the information on page 1 and further requirements on page 11.

2) In case of doubt consult the manufacturer

3) (Nominal) Energy [Wh] = Capacity [Ah] x Voltage [V] (see name plate)
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 Transportation Mode
Road / Rail (ADR/RID), Sea Freight (IMDG Code)
Nominal Energy ≤ 100 Wh (per battery)

Description Batteries Batteries packed with equipment 4) Batteries contained in equipment 4)

(without equipment) (at least one battery which is not (contained/plugged-in)
attached)

Special Provision / ADR/RID SP 188, IMDG Code SP 188

Packing Instruction

Max. Quantity n/a

Weight Limit 30 kg gross weight (per package) n/a

Packaging Batteries must be placed in inner packagings that completely enclose the battery, batteries must be strong outer packaging
protected so as to prevent short circuits. protection against unintentional activation
Strong outer packaging, e.g. fibreboard box ( short circuit protection
Drop test passed: content shall not be damaged or shifted.

Marking Lithium battery mark Lithium battery mark Lithium battery mark

UN 3480 UN 3481 UN 3481

not applicable if no more than two batteries are

installed and if there are no more than two
packages in the consignment

Sea Freight Container- none

Marking

Transport Document n/a n/a

Miscellaneous Personnel shall be trained commensurate with responsibilities

4
) "Equipment” means apparatus for which the lithium batteries will provide electrical power for its operation.
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 Transportation Mode
Road / Rail (ADR/RID), Sea Freight (IMDG Code)
Nominal Energy > 100 Wh (per battery)

Name and Description Batteries Batteries packed with equipment Batteries contained in equipment
(without equipment) (at least one battery which is not (contained/plugged-in)
attached)

5)

Special Provision / P903, LP903 SP 390, P903, LP903

Packing Instruction

Max. Quantity ADR 1.1.3.6: max. 333 kg (per transport unit, e.g. truck incl. trailer)
If exceeded, further requirements for vehicle equipment and driver

Weight Limit n/a

Packaging Batteries must be placed in inner packagings that completely enclose the battery, batteries must strong outer packaging
be protected to prevent short circuits. protection against unintentional activation
Batteries must be secured against movement within the outer packaging. UN approved short circuit protection
packaging (Packing Group II: e.g. UN/4G/Y30/…)

Marking Hazard label No. 9A Hazard label No. 9A

(10 cm x 10 cm) (10 cm x 10 cm)

ADR: ADR:
UN 3480 UN 3481
IMDG Code: IMDG Code:
LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES UN 3480 LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES PACKED WITH EQUIPMENT UN 3481 or
LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES CONTAINED IN EQUIPMENT UN 3481

Sea Freight Container- Container Plackards

Marking (min. 25 cm x 25 cm)

Transport Document UN 3480 LITHIUM ION BATTERIES, 9, (E) UN 3481 LITHIUM ION BATTERIES PACKED UN 3481 LITHIUM ION BATTERIES CONTAINED
WITH EQUIPMENT, 9, (E) IN EQUIPMENT, 9, (E)
Number of packages and packaging type Number of packages and packaging type Number of packages and packaging type
(e.g. 1 Fibreboard box) (e.g. 1 Fibreboard box) (e.g. 1 Fibreboard box)
weight (e.g. xx kg) weight (e.g. xx kg) weight (e.g. xx kg)
Shipper’s & consignee’s address Shipper’s & consignee’s address Shipper’s & consignee’s address
Sea freight (IMDG Code): (language Englisch) Sea freight (IMDG Code): (language Englisch) Sea freight (IMDG Code): (language Englisch)
IMO-DANGEROUS GOODS DECLARATION IMO-DANGEROUS GOODS DECLARATION IMO-DANGEROUS GOODS DECLARATION
(SOLAS 74, KAP. VII, REG 5, MARPOL 73/79, (SOLAS 74, KAP. VII, REG 5, MARPOL 73/79, (SOLAS 74, KAP. VII, REG 5, MARPOL 73/79,
ANNEX III REG. 4 OF IMDG-CODE) ANNEX III REG. 4 OF IMDG-CODE) ANNEX III REG. 4 OF IMDG-CODE)

Applicable 188, 230, 310, 348, 376, 377, 387, 636 188, 230, 310, 348, 360, 376, 377, 387, 390, 670
Special Provisions
Miscellaneous Personnel shall be trained commensurate with responsibilities

5) The picture shows a battery contained in equipment as well as packed with equipment. For such combinations, SP 390 and P903 since ADR 2021 contain detailed regulations aiming at
harmonization with SP A 181 in the IATA DGR for air transport.
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 Transportation Mode
Airfreight (IATA)
Nominal Energy ≤ 100 Wh (per battery)

Name and Batteries Batteries packed with Batteries contained in

Description (without equipment) equipment 6) equipment 6)
(at least one battery (contained/plugged-in)
which is not attached)

Packing Instructions IATA PI965 Section IB IATA PI965 Section II IATA PI966 Section II IATA PI967 Section II
deleted, not applicable since
01.04.2022
Max. Quantity none (more than 2 batteries per package) As required for operation, plus 2 n/a
for replacement
Weight Limit PAX: forbidden PAX/CAO: 5 kg net battery weight per package
CAO: 10 kg net battery weight per package)
Packaging Strong outer packaging (fibreboard box) , stacking test 3 m in PI 965, Section IB. Strong outer packaging or
equivalent protection of the
Batteries must be placed in inner packaging that completely encloses the battery;
battery by the device
Batteries must be secured against movement within the outer packaging; Protection against unintended
Batteries must be protected to prevent short circuits putting into service.
Protection against
movements within the
packaging;
Protection against short
circuit

Marking UN 3480 LITHIUM ION BATTERIES, Up to 2 batteries per package:

battery weight (e.g. net qty xx kg) no battery handling label
Shipper’s / Consignee’s address required
More than 2 batteries per
package: battery handling
label required

UN 3480 UN 3481 UN 3481

Transport Document Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods: n/a n/a

UN 3480 Lithium ion batteries, 9, // Fibreboard
box(es) x kg // 965 // IB, see Example 1,
Delete the “PASSENGER AND CARGO AIRCRAFT” box
Information on the In the “Handling Information” box: In the “Nature and Quantity of Only if more than 2 batteries
Air Waybill (AWB) “Dangerous Goods as per Shipper’s Declaration CAO” Goods” box: per package, in the “Nature
and Quantity of Goods” box:
“Lithium ion batteries in
compliance with section II of PI “Lithium ion batteries in
compliance with section II of
966”
PI 967”
see Example 2
Miscellaneous Official IATA-Training by authorized trainer required, If Adequate instruction commensurate with responsibilities.
not available, please contact IATA authorized expert.
State of charge (SoC) must not exceed 30 %.

Example 1 Shipper’s Declaration Lithium Batteries PI 965 Section IB Example 2 Air Waybill Lithium Batteries PI 966 and PI 967 Section II

6) "Equipment” means apparatus for which the lithium batteries will provide electrical power for its operation.
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 Transportation Mode
Airfreight (IATA)

Nominal Energy > 100 Wh (pro Batterie)

Name and Description Batteries Batteries packed with equipment Batteries contained in equipment
(without equipment) (at least one battery which is not (contained/plugged-in)
attached)

Packing Instructions IATA PI 965 Section IA IATA PI 966 Section I IATA PI 967 Section I

Max. Quantity n/a As required for operation, plus 2 for n/a

replacement

Weight Limit PAX: forbidden PAX: 5 kg net battery weight per package
CAO: 35 kg net battery weight per package) CAO: 35 kg net battery weight per package
Packaging Batteries must be placed in inner packagings that Batteries must be placed in inner packagings Equipment containing batteries must be
completely enclose the battery, batteries must be that completely enclose the battery, batteries secured and packed to prevent accidental
protected to prevent short circuits must be protected so as to prevent short operation during transport
circuits Batteries must be protected so as to prevent
short circuits. This includes protection against
UN approved packaging UN approved packaging contact with conductive materials within the
(Packing Group II: e.g. UN 4G/Y30/…) (Packing Group II: e.g. UN 4G/Y30/…) same packaging.
Strong outer packaging
(e.g. cardboard box)
UN approved packaging not required
(SP A48)
Marking LITHIUM ION BATTERIES, UN 3480 LITHIUM ION BATTERIES PACKED WITH LITHIUM ION BATTERIES CONTAINED IN
EQUIPMENT, UN 3481 EQUIPMENT, UN 3481
Net weight (NET QTY) Net weight (NET QTY) Net weight (NET QTY)
Shipper’s/Consignee’s address Shipper’s/Consignee’s address Shipper’s/Consignee’s address

Transport Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods: Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods: Shipper’s Declaration for Dangerous Goods:
Document UN 3480, Lithium ion batteries, 9 // 965, UN 3481, Lithium ion batteries packed with UN 3481, Lithium ion batteries contained in
delete the “PASSENGER AND CARGO AIRCRAFT” box equipment, 9 // 966 equipment, 9 // 967

Information on the Air In the “Handling Information” box: In the “Handling Information” box:
Waybill (AWB) “Dangerous Goods as per Shipper ’s Declaration CAO” “Dangerous Goods as per Shipper ’s Declaration” , see example 3

When a shipment contains both dangerous goods and non-dangerous goods, the number of packages containing dangerous goods shall be added in the
“Handling Information” box.

Other Provisions State of charge (SoC) must not exceed 30 %.

Applicable Special A88, A99, A154, A164, A183, A201, A213, A331, A334, A48, A88, A99, A154, A164, A181, A185, A213, A88, A99, A154, A164, A181, A185, A213, A802
Provisions A802 A220

Training Official IATA-Training required. If not available, please contact IATA authorized expert.

Example 3 Air Waybill containing 5 packages with lithium batteries packed with or contained in equipment together with 20 packages with non-dangerous goods (such as
conventional, corded equipment).

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 Prototypes Prototypes
Transportation Mode Road / Rail / Sea Freight Airfreight

Description Prototypes: Lithium batteries without testing according to UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Chapter 38.3; Lithium batteries; Lithium batteries
packed with or contained in equipment
Only for transport of:
• small production series of max. 100 batteries (IATA: annual production)
• prototypes for testing reasons only

Special Provision, ADR/RID/IMDG Code SP 310, P910 IATA DGR SP A88, PI 910 (Approval required from the
Packing Instruction Competent Authority of the state of origin)
Note: to/across/via USA additional approval required from
US Authority (DOT)

Packing See above as defined in approval

Instructions

Max. Quantity n/a as defined in approval

Weight Limit UN approved packaging: e.g. fibreboard box as defined in approval

(Packing Group II: e.g. UN 4G/Y30/…)
• Each battery shall be individually packed in an inner packaging, e.g.
in a plastic bag
• Non-combustible, non-conductive thermal insulation material, e.g.
Vermiculite
• Must be secured against movement within the outer packaging

Packaging ADR/RID: UN 3480 as defined in approval

IMDG Code: LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES UN 3480
(100 x 100 mm)

Marking Shipper’s & consignee’s address as defined in approval

UN 3480 LITHIUM ION BATTERIES, 9, (E)
Number of packages and packaging type (e.g. 1 fibreboard box)
Battery weight (e.g. xx kg)
“CARRIAGE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SPECIAL PROVISION
310”
IMDG Code: IMO-DANGEROUS GOODS DECLARATION (SOLAS 74, KAP.
VII, REG 5, MARPOL 73/79, ANNEX III REG. 4 OF IMDG-CODE
Sonstiges Personnel shall be trained commensurate with responsibilities as defined in approval

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 Damaged or Defective Batteries
Transportation Mode Road / Rail / Sea

Special Provision, SP 376, P908 SP 376, P911

Packing Instruction
Criteria for “Non-critical”7) (no possible danger during transport) “Critical”7) (possible danger during transport)
“Damaged or Defective””
Such Batteries do not conform to the tested type according to the Batteries liable to rapidly disassemble, dangerously react, produce a
applicable provisions of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, 38.3 flame or a dangerous evolution of heat or a dangerous emission of toxic,
This includes: corrosive or flammable gases or vapours
• Batteries identified as being defective for safety reasons;
• Batteries that have leaked or vented;
• Batteries that cannot be diagnosed prior to carriage; or
• Batteries that have sustained physical or mechanical damage
In assessing a cell or battery as damaged or defective, an assessment or
evaluation shall be performed based on safety criteria from the cell,
battery or product manufacturer or by a technical expert with
knowledge of the cell’s or battery’s safety features. An assessment or
evaluation may include, but is not limited to, the criteria mentioned in
SP 376.

Max. Quantity n/a

Weight Limit A battery with a net mass of more than 30 kg shall be limited to one
battery per outer packaging..

Packaging • Each damaged or defective battery or equipment containing such • The packaging shall be capable of meeting certain performance
batteries must be packed separately in leak proof inner packaging to requirements in case of rapid disassembly, dangerous reaction,
prevent release of electrolyte production of a flame or a dangerous evolution of heat or a
• UN approved packaging required for all battery types dangerous emission of toxic, corrosive or flammable gases or
• (Packing Group II), e.g. fibreboard box vapours of the cells or batteries, as specified in P911.
• Must be secured against movement within the package • The additional packaging performance requirements shall be
• Sealed packagings shall be fitted with a venting device verified by a test as specified by the competent authority
• Must be packed with non-combustible and non-conductive thermal
• A verification report shall be available on request as specified in
insulation material, material class A1 or A2 (non-combustible, e.g.
P911.
rockwool, glass wool, foamglass, Vermiculite)
• Absorbing material to absorb leaking electrolyte from leaking • Cells or batteries shall be protected against short circuit.
batteries • Alternative packing and/or carriage conditions may be authorized
• Batteries shall be protected against short circuit by the competent authority (in Germany: Federal Institute for
Materials Research and Testing, BAM); detailed requirements as
stated in the authorization.

Marking UN 3480 DAMAGED / DEFECTIVE LITHIUM ION BATTERIES UN 3481 UN 3480 DAMAGED / DEFECTIVE LITHIUM ION BATTERIES UN 3481
DAMAGED / DEFECTIVE LITHIUM ION BATTERIES DAMAGED / DEFECTIVE LITHIUM ION BATTERIES
CONTAINED IN EQUIPMENT CONTAINED IN EQUIPMENT

Transport Document Shipper’s & consignee’s address Shipper’s & consignee’s address
UN 3480 LITHIUM ION BATTERIES, 9, (E) Number of packages and UN 3480 LITHIUM ION BATTERIES, 9, (E) Number of packages and
packaging type (e.g. 1 Aluminium box) packaging type (e.g. 1 Aluminium box)
Battery weight (e.g. xx kg) Battery weight (e.g. xx kg)
“Transport in accordance with special provision 376“ “Transport in accordance with special provision 376”
If applicable, a copy of the competent authority approval shall If applicable, a copy of the competent authority approval shall
accompany the carriage. accompany the carriage.

Miscellaneous The batteries are assigned to transport category 0 8)

Personnel shall be trained commensurate with responsibilities

Air Transport of damaged or defective batteries

Damaged or defective cell or batteries, whether they have been identified as “non-critical” or as “critical”, are forbidden for air transport (IATA
DGR Special Provision A154).

7) In assessing a battery as damaged or defective, the type of battery and its previous use and misuse shall be taken into account. In case of
doubt consult the manufacturer.
8) i.e. no exemption related to quantities carried per transport unit
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 Batteries for Disposal & Recycling
Transportation Mode Road / Rail / Sea

Nominal Energy ≤ 100 Wh (per battery) > 100 Wh (per battery)

Criteria for SP 377, P909
“Damaged or Defective”

Max. Quantity n/a

Weight Limit 30 kg gross weight per package n/a

Packaging For batteries >100 Wh UN-approved packaging required (Packing Group II)
For batteries ≤ 100 Wh and for batteries contained in equipment, UN-approved packaging is not required. Strong outer packagings constructed of
suitable material, and of adequate strength and design in relation to the packaging capacity and its intended use.
Batteries shall be packed to prevent short circuits and dangerous evolution of heat
Protection against short-circuits and dangerous evolution of heat.
This can be achieved by:
• individual protection of the battery terminal
• inner packaging to prevent contact between batteries
• batteries with recessed terminals designed to protect against short-circuits or
• the use of non-conductive and non-combustible cushioning material to fill empty space between the batteries in the package
Batteries shall be secured within the outer packaging to prevent excessive movement during carriage (e.g. by using a non-conductive and non-
combustible cushioning material or through the use of a tightly closed plastic bag))

Marking UN 3480 LITHIUM BATTERIES FOR DISPOSAL

or
UN 3480 LITHIUM BATTERIES FOR RCYCLING

Transportation Shipper’s & consignee’s address

Document UN 3480, WASTE LITHIUM ION BATTERIES, 9, (E)
Number of packages and packaging type (e.g. 1 Fibreboard box (4G)) Battery weight (e.g. xx kg)

Miscellaneous Personnel shall be trained commensurate with responsibilities

Damaged / defective batteries

Batteries identified as being damaged or defective shall be carried in accordance with SP 376, see page 9.
Air transport of waste batteries
Waste batteries and batteries being shipped for recycling or disposal are prohibited from air transport unless approved by the appropriate
national authority of the State of Origin and the State of the Operator (IATA DGR SP A183).
Batteries for Disposal & Recycling
Alternatively, lithium batteries for disposal and recycling can also be carried (like unused lithium batteries) under ADR SP 230 and SP 188, as
appropriate, or – up to the intermediate processing facility – under ADR SP 636).
More exemptions for lithium cells and batteries installed in equipment from private households are regulated in SP 670.

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Additional Information

Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (DGSA)

Each undertaking, the activities of which include the carriage, or the related packing, loading or unloading, of dangerous goods by
road shall appoint one or more safety advisers for the carriage of dangerous goods.
These requirements do not apply to undertakings the activities of which concern quantities in each transport unit smaller than those
referred to in ADR 1.1.3.6 (see below).
(ADR 1.8.3)
UN-Test 38.3 as Precondition for Transport
Only those batteries that fulfil the requirements of chapter 38.3 of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria are allowed for transportation.
The relevant revision can be gathered from: ADR 1.2.1.
For transport of prototypes (without UN test 38.3) and defective batteries, specific instructions have to be applied, see pages 9 and 10.
(ADR 2.2.9.1.7.(a), SP 230, SP 188)
Test summary
Manufacturers and subsequent distributors of cells or batteries shall make available the test summary as specified below (Exception:
Button cells in equipment).
(ADR 2.2.9.1.7)
(a) Name of cell, battery, or product manufacturer, as applicable;
(b) Cell, battery, or product manufacturer‘s contact information to include address, phone number, email address and website for
more information;
(c) Name of the test laboratory to include address, phone number, email address and website for more information;
(d) A unique test report identification number;
(e) Date of test report;
(f) Description of cell or battery to include at a minimum:
(i) Lithium ion or lithium metal cell or battery;
(ii) Mass of cell or battery;
(iii) Watt-hour rating, or lithium content;
(iv) Physical description of the cell/battery; and
(v) Cell or battery model number or, alternatively, if the test summary is established for a product containing a cell or battery,
the product model number;
(g) List of tests conducted and results (i.e., pass/fail);
(h) Reference to assembled battery testing requirements, if applicable (i.e. 38.3 .3 (f) and 38.3.3 (g));
(i) Reference to the revised edition of the Manual of Tests and Criteria used and to amendments thereto, if any; and
(j) Name and title of responsible person as an indication of the validity of information provided.
UN Manual of Tests and Criteria 38.3.5)
More information is available under: http://www.unece.org/fileadmin/DAM/trans/doc/2018/dgac10c3/UN-SCETDG-53-
INF38e.pdf

Quality Management Programme

The requirements for quality managements programmes need to be respected by cell and battery manufacturers as well as those who
modify batteries. Please refer to the original literature for details.
(ADR 2.2.9.1.7. (e), SP 230, SP 188)
What should be considered by customers for return shipments?
The consigner, carrier and – if applicable – also a third party on whose behalf the consigner is acting are responsible for the proper
shipment.
As a matter of principle, for returns or reshipment the same rules apply like mentioned above. If possible, the original packaging
should be used for transport. If the original packaging, the marking or even the necessary transport documents are not available for
the shipper, they must be provided by the manufacturer or supplier or forwarder to the shipper or the carrier prior transportation.
Exemptions from Dangerous Goods Transport Regulations (ADR)
The provisions of ADR do not apply to companies carrying goods as ancillary process to their main business activity (e.g. deliveries or
returns from building sites or demonstration purposes)
(“Craftsman Regulation” ADR 1.1.3.1c).
ADR rules do not apply to private individuals where the batteries are packaged for retail sale and if the transport is intended for their
personal use
(ADR 1.1.3.1a).

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Dangerous goods (e.g. lithium batteries, fuel cell cartridges) contained in equipment such as data loggers and cargo tracking devices,
attached to or placed in packages, overpacks, containers or load compartments are only subject to: ADR 5.5.4.
Exemptions related to quantities carried per transport unit
For lithium ion batteries or devices with lithium ion batteries > 100 Wh a weight limit of 333 kg (battery weight) normally applies in
connection with reduced requirements on transport devices (lorry equipment, driver´s qualification)
(ADR 1.1.3.6).
Cargo securing
Where applicable, cargo shall be secured by suitable means
(ADR 7.5.7).
Cells and single cell batteries
This document refers only to batteries comprising two or more cells. Different exemption limits exist for cells and single cell batteries

Editor:
ZVEI e.V.
Verband der Elektro- und Digitalindustrie
Batteries Division
Lyoner Straße 9
60528 Frankfurt

Fon: +49 69 6302-420

Mail: [email protected]
www.zvei.org

© ZVEI 2023
Although all possible care has been taken, ZVEI cannot accept any
liability for the content.

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 Appendix

Class 9 hazard
Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles (ADR 5.2.2.2.2)
Hazard label No 9A
Full-scale template for labelling of the package

UN 3480 Lithium Ion Batteries (without equipment)

cut here

UN 3480

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 Class 9 hazard
Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles (ADR 5.2.2.2.2)
Hazard label No 9A
Full-scale template for labelling of the package

UN 3481 Lithium Ion Batteries packed with equipment or contained in equipment

cut here

UN 3481

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Lithium Battery Label
(ADR 5.2.1.9.2, IATA DGR 7.1.5.5, Fig. 7.1.C)
Full-scale template for labelling of the package

UN 3480 Lithium Ion Batteries (without equipment)

• Cut outside the red hatching
• Telephone number not required. Lithium battery marks with a telephone number may be
used until 31.12.2026 (ADR 1.6.1.49)

UN 3480

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Lithium Battery Label
(ADR 5.2.1.9.2, IATA DGR 7.1.5.5, Fig. 7.1.C)
Full-scale template for labelling of the package

UN 3481 Lithium Ion Batteries packed with or contained in equipment

• Cut outside the red hatching
• Telephone number not required. Lithium battery marks with a telephone number may be used until
31.12.2026 (ADR 1.6.1.49)

UN 3481

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