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SAFETY DATA
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ICAO, IATA-DGR
Special provisions: A88, A99, A154, A164, A181, A182, A183, A185, A201
Packing instructions: 965, 966, 967
All transport modes:
[Test methods and requirements
In accordance with the dangerous goods regulations for lithium batteries, each new type of cell or battery must
have passed all tests listed in the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, Section 38.3. This particularly
applies also if multiple cells or batteries have been assembled into new batteries (battery packs or battery
assemblies). Therefore it should be confirmed here that batteries as distributed by the manufacturer/supplier have
passed the respective tests.
These requirements also apply to used batteries. Used batteries that are intact and undamaged can usually be
transported under the regulations for unused batteries]
Defective or damaged batteries are subject to more stringent regulations. These regulations may prohibit the
transport completely. A general ban applies to air transport (IATA DGR - special provision A154).
For transport of used - but not damaged - batteries please refer to the respective special provisions.
Waste batteries and batteries which are sent for recycling or disposal are prohibited from air transport (IATA
Special provision A 183).
Exemptions need to be approved in advance by the competent authority of the country of origin and the
respective country of the airline.
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
Regardless of shape, volume, weight and application, batteries, in the EU are subject to the respective national
implementation of the European Battery Directive (2006/66/EC). It includes but is not limited to regulations
regarding placing on the market, collection, treatment and recycling of batteries.
Transport regulations are according to IATA, ADR, IMDG, RID. Refer to section 14.
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
Although Robert Bosch Tool Corporation has attempted to provide current and accurate information herein,
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation makes no representations regarding the accuracy or completeness of the
information and assumes no liability for any loss, damage, injury of any kind which may result from or arise out
of the use of or reliance on the information by any person.
It shall be the responsibility of the customer purchasing this product to ensure that all employees/users of this
product are familiar with and trained in the handling, use and hazards associated with this product as contained
herein. This responsibility shall also extend directly to the user.
Legal Remark:
EC
These batteries are no "substances" or "preparations" according to Regulation 1907/2006 EC. Instead they have
to be regarded as "articles", no substances are intended to be released during handling. Therefore there is no
obligation to supply a MSDS according to Regulation (EC) 1907/2006, Article 31.