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Why Lithium Battery State of Charge Matters: The 30% Rule and Beyond
Article Summary One of the best-known rules in lithium-ion battery transport is ICAO’s 30% state-of-charge rule, and this article explains both why it exists and why it isn’t enough on its own. Lithium-ion batteries are safest when they carry less stored energy: ICAO determined that at or below 30% charge, batteries have less stored energy…
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The Critical Role of In-House HazMat Expertise in Developing Lithium-Ion Battery Packaging Solutions
Article Summary When it comes to designing safe and compliant packaging solutions for lithium batteries, having in-house HazMat experts is invaluable. These specialists not only understand current regulations but also keep an eye on future trends, ensuring that packaging solutions remain compliant for years to come. Why Regulatory Knowledge is Essential Lithium battery storage and…
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Ensuring Safe and Compliant Battery Logistics: Bluewater Battery Logistics Partners with HazMat Safety Consulting
As the demand for lithium battery recycling, resale, and repurposing grows, navigating the evolving regulatory landscape has become increasingly complex. In response, Bluewater Battery Logistics has announced an official partnership with HazMat Safety Consulting, strengthening their commitment to safe and DOT-compliant battery management solutions across the United States. This collaboration, built on two years of…
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Navigating Global Lithium-Ion Battery Transportation Regulations: A Comprehensive Guide to the International Regulations for Transporting Lithium-Ion Batteries
Article Summary Q&A with Chris Egloff and Mike Pagel, Americase Question #1: What are the key differences between major international regulations for transporting lithium-ion batteries, such as those from the UN, IATA, and the EU? The key differences in lithium-ion battery transportation regulations primarily involve modal distinctions. This means that the regulations vary depending on…
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What is a Lithium-Ion Recall, and What Do Companies Need to Consider When Facing One?
Article Summary Lithium-ion batteries power everything from smartphones to electric vehicles, and when a defect surfaces, a recall becomes the only way to protect consumers — but managing one requires navigating safety, regulatory compliance, logistics, and public relations all at once. This article breaks down what a lithium-ion recall actually involves, grounded in a 2016…
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How to Get Custom Packaging for Lithium-Ion Batteries Certified
Article Summary Getting custom lithium-ion battery packaging certified means designing to a stack of overlapping regulations — IATA’s Dangerous Goods Regulations for air transport, the IMDG Code for sea, DOT’s Hazardous Materials Regulations for the U.S., and the UN Model Regulations that tie them all together — and then proving the packaging actually performs. This…
