UN3536 Guide for Shipping Lithium Battery
SOC battery storage cabinets, which are self-contained energy systems typically housed within shipping containers for power
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SOC battery storage cabinets, which are self-contained energy systems typically housed within shipping containers for power
In the past few months, Gard has received several queries on the safe carriage of battery energy storage systems (BESS) on ships. In this insight, we highlight some of the key risks, regulatory
According to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code), BESS is classified as Class 9 hazardous goods, with
-International maritime regulations classify fully assembled units as "Miscellaneous Dangerous Substances" (UN3536), requiring strict dangerous goods compliance throughout
Cabinet-type systems must meet requirements for structural integrity, while containerized systems must meet the standards of the International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC).
UN3481 and UN3536 are all classified as Class 9 dangerous goods and need to provide UN38.3 test report during the transportation. But there are several differences
-International maritime regulations classify fully assembled units as "Miscellaneous Dangerous Substances" (UN3536), requiring
These classifications address the specific safety measures necessary for the handling and transport of lithium batteries in energy storage applications, highlighting the
Before transportation, lithium battery packs of the UN3536 category must pass the UN38.3 test and undergo a series of safety tests, such as short circuit tests, impact tests,
An indication of the type of batteries being transported allows for differentiation of transport provisions where appropriate and for differing emergency response actions based on the types
In the past few months, Gard has received several queries on the safe
In addition to the guidance above, be sure to conform to all applicable national, state/provincial, and local regulations regarding the storage and transport of Class 9 dangerous goods.
SOC battery storage cabinets, which are self-contained energy systems typically housed within shipping containers for power supply applications, fall squarely under the
According to the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code), BESS is classified as Class 9 hazardous goods, with the United Nations number UN3536. The
Before transportation, lithium battery packs of the UN3536 category must pass the UN38.3 test and undergo a series of safety tests,
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