Certifications 2

Safety Information for

Lithium Ion Batteries for

Cordless Power Tools and

Electric Garden Equipment

Mar 2017

IMDG Code

Special provisions: 188, 230, 310, 348, 360, 376, 377

Packing instructions: P903, P908, P909, LP903, LP904

EmS: F-A, S-I

Stowage category A

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.

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.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

This information provides assistance for compliance with legal requirements, but does not replace

them. It is based on our present knowledge.

The above information was compiled to the best of our knowledge and belief.

The information does not represent any warranties. Distributors and users of the product have to take

their own responsibility to observe applicable laws and regulations.