Ocean Freight Requirements for Products Containing Lithium-ion Batteries

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I am planning to export products containing batteries overseas. I am wondering if ocean freight is possible regarding the risk of battery explosion when using routes that cross the equator, and if so, what documents or packaging methods need to be prepared. The batteries are lithium-ion, and the specifications are as follows: Battery Cell: 18650, 3.6V 2,500mAh / Nominal Specification: 11.1V 15Ah / Operation Voltage: 9–12V / Max Charging Voltage: 12V / Charging Current: 7.5A MAX / Discharging Current: 7.5A MAX / Operation Temp: 0–45℃.

tflow_expert · Accepted Answer

The battery in question appears to be a lithium-ion battery composed of lithium-ion cells (Nominal Specification: 11.1V × 15Ah = 166.5Wh). If the battery is installed in the product, it is classified as UN3481 Lithium ion batteries contained in equipment, Class 9; if it is not installed but packed together with the product, it is classified as UN3481 Lithium ion batteries packed with equipment, Class 9. In this case, when transporting by sea, it must be transported as dangerous goods in accordance with the IMDG Code, including proper packaging, marking, and labeling, and must undergo a container stowage inspection by the Korea Maritime Dangerous Goods Inspection (KOMDI). Additionally, the battery must meet the necessary testing requirements in accordance with Section 38.3 of the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, and a corresponding Test Summary must be provided.

Ocean Freight Requirements for Products Containing Lithium-ion Batteries

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