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Transport of Lithium Batteries in Carry-on and Checked Luggage

Transport of Lithium Batteries in Carry-on and Checked Luggage. Systems working group meeting. Harry Webster, FAA Fire Safety Team. April 2, 2008. Hazardous Materials: Transportation of Lithium Batteries; Final Rule. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration

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Transport of Lithium Batteries in Carry-on and Checked Luggage

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  1. Transport of Lithium Batteries in Carry-on and Checked Luggage Systems working group meeting Harry Webster, FAA Fire Safety Team April 2, 2008

  2. Hazardous Materials: Transportation of Lithium Batteries; Final Rule • Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration • 49 CFR Parts 171, 172, 173 and 175 • [Docket Nos. PHMSA–02–11989 (HM–224C) • and PHMSA–04–19886 (HM–224E)] • Effective Date: January 1, 2008

  3. Rule Provisions • US DOT Hazmat Safety Rule to Place Limits on Lithium Batteries Carried by Passengers Aboard Aircraft Effective January 1, 2008 • Designed to reduce the risk of lithium battery fires. • Carry-on luggage • Checked baggage

  4. Checked Baggage • Loose lithium batteries will no longer be allowed in checked luggage • Lithium batteries that are installed in electronic devices will be allowed, providing: • Secure the device from activation by locking the activation switch in the “off” position • Place the device in a protective case

  5. Carry-On Luggage • Most consumer electronics containing lithium batteries, including cell phones, cameras and notebook computers are allowed • Unlimited spare batteries, if under 100 watt-hours, are permitted, providing: • Pack in original retail packaging, or • Insulate contacts of loose batteries with tape, and • Place each battery in a separate zip-lock plastic bag or container

  6. Carry-On Luggage • Large lithium batteries, over 100 watt-hour, but under 300 watt-hour capacities • Limit two per passenger • Insulate terminals with tape • Pack in original retail packaging, or • Place in zip-lock plastic bag • Large lithium batteries over 300 watt-hour capacity are prohibited in either checked luggage or carry-on luggage

  7. Additional Information for the Traveling Public • www.SafeTravel.dot.gov • Information regarding packing and transport of lithium batteries and electronic equipment • Definitions • Tips, and • How To’s

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