International Transport Regulations 14 Step 1 What type of battery are you considering? The first step consists in choosing between the four different electrochemistries considered in this manual: Lead-acid, Nickel-cadmium, Nickel-metal hydride; Sodium-nickel chloride. Start from the List of Summary Sheets, beginning part 2 Step 2 Do you need information on New, Waste batteries or on Electrolyte ? Not D e r : y charged batteries are not classified as dangerous goods, so they have no restrictions, but due to the possibility to be activated by the users adding the electrolyte, this manual give instructions on how to manage acid electrolyte for Lead-acid batteries and alkali electrolyte for Nickel cadmium batteries. These instructions are inside the chapter of the relevant battery type. For NiMH batteries, your search is completed. No other option is proposed, because this battery is restricted only for maritime transportation. Step 3 For lead-acid batteries only, choose automotive or industrial batteries. Step 4 For lead-acid and nickel-cadmium batteries use the flow chart in order to identify if you battery is floated, non spillable or not regulated There are three options for Lead-acid and Ni-Cd batteries: • floated (traditional) • non spillable, (Valve regulated) These batteries have to be qualified according the vibration and pressure test provided by SP 598, A67 for IATA) and can be placed in any position without electrolyte relase. • not regulated (AGM) non spillable batteries that placed at 55 °C, with broken case, demonstrate no leakage of the electrolyte are not subject to to any dangerous goods transport regulation, because they are “dry”. Step 5 You have now selected the specific summary sheet describing how to ship your batteries, new or wastes, electrolyte and uncleaned empty containers and their UN numbers. Furthermore you have the following options: There are two options for Sodium/Nickel-chloride batteries : • Cells (transport of elements)
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