Microsoft word - idx declaration of transportation 2013.doc

IDX Declaration of Transportation

IATA Dangerous Good Regulations, 54th Edition, 1st January 2013
IDX hereby declare that the Lithium Ion Battery Packs listed in the table
below are suitable for transport by air as non-restricted articles under the
regulations of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The tests for United
Nations Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods have also
passed the products. Consequently, these batteries may be transported as
carry-on baggage. They may not be transported as checked baggage. IDX
products can be transported in accordance with the above regulations, but
recommends that customers confirm with their carrier of choice to
determine any local rules and policies before travelling.
PRODUCT NAME
DESCRIPTION
WATT HOUR (WH)

For Carry-on Baggage; (extract from SECTION 2 – LIMITATIONS)

2.3.3 Goods Acceptable with Operator Approval as Carry-on Baggage Only
The following dangerous goods, as listed in 2.3.3.1 and 2.3.3.2, are permitted on aircraft
as carry-on baggage only and with the approval of the operator(s).
2.3.3.2 Lithium Ion Batteries
Lithium ion batteries exceeding a watt-hour rating of 100Wh but not exceeding 160Wh may be
carried as spare batteries in carry-on baggage, or in equipment

2.3.5 Goods Acceptable without the Operator's Approval
Dangerous goods, as listed in 2.3.5.1 through 2.3.5.11, are permitted on aircraft as
baggage without the approval of the operator(s).
2.3.5.9.1 Portable electronic devices
Watches, calculating machines, cameras, cellular phones, lap-top computers, camcorders, etc.
containing batteries when carried by passengers or crew for personal use, which should be carried
in carry-on baggage. Spare batteries must be individually protected to prevent short circuits by
placement in the original retail packaging or by otherwise insulating terminals, e.g. by taping over
exposed terminals or placing each battery in a separate plastic bag or protective pouch, and
carried in carry-on baggage only. In addition, for lithium batteries, each installed or spare battery
must not exceed the following:
(a) for lithium metal or lithium alloy batteries, a lithium content of not more than 2 g; or
(b) for lithium ion batteries, a watt-hour rating of not more than 100 Wh.
Unit 9 Langley Park, Waterside Drive, Langley, Berkshire, SL3 6EZ. Tel: +44 (0)1753 547692 Fax: +44 (0)1753 546660 Email: [email protected] VAT Registration No. 649 0162 38 Company Registration No. 2955362
LITHIUM ION BATTERIES UNDER 100WH
SHIPPING BY AIR

When shipped on their own, IDX Lithium Ion batteries are relevant to Packing Instruction 965 Section II, Additional Requirements - Section II, Overpacks - Section II. Reference page 555 of IATA 54th Edition Book. When shipped or packed with equipment, our Lithium Ion batteries are relevant to Packing Instruction 966 Section II, Additional Requirements - Section II, Overpacks - Section II. Reference page 557/558 of IATA 54th Edition Book. IDX batteries have passed UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, Subsection 38.3. All IDX batteries have Wh rating marked on the outside of the battery. Packed in strong outer packaging. No UN box necessary. IDX Batteries and packaging are capable of withstanding a 1.2m drop test.
E. & O.E
Unit 9 Langley Park, Waterside Drive, Langley, Berkshire, SL3 6EZ. Tel: +44 (0)1753 547692 Fax: +44 (0)1753 546660 Email: [email protected] VAT Registration No. 649 0162 38 Company Registration No. 2955362

Source: http://www.idx-europe.co.uk/pdfs/other/IDX_transport_declaration.pdf