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THE NEW CLASS 9 –


LITHIUM BATTERIES LABEL
One presentation in a series regarding the
classification, packaging, and hazard
communication methods for lithium
batteries transported in commerce.
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PRESENTED BY:

Daniels Training Services, Inc.


815.821.1550
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A different kind of training.


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Lithium Batteries: The Regulations


The transportation in commerce of lithium batteries
are subject to the following regulatory agencies:
• Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety
Administration (PHMSA) within the U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT).
• International Civil Aviation Administration (ICAO).
• International Air Transport Association (IATA).
• International Maritime Organization (IMO).

All are applicable to this requirement


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Class 9 – Miscellaneous Label

Or…

Per the Hazardous Materials Regulations of PHMSA/USDOT

OK until December 31, 2018. Prohibited as of January 1, 2019


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Class 9 – Miscellaneous Label

Per the Dangerous Goods Regulations of IATA & IMO


OK until December 31, 2018. Prohibited as of January 1, 2019
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Class 9 Lithium Batteries Label

OK as of January 1, 2017. Mandatory as of January 1, 2019


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More to Consider(1.0)…
• Until December 31, 2018 either the Class 9-
Miscellaneous or the Class 9-Lithium Batteries
label may be used, as applicable.
• As of January 1, 2019 only the Class 9-Lithium
Batteries Label may be used, as applicable.
• Each of the regulatory agencies has harmonized
their regulations to synchronize with the dates
indicated in this presentation.
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More to Consider(2.0)…
• The Class 9-Lithium Batteries Label is only to
be used for packages containing lithium batteries
as specified by regulation.
• Use of the Class 9-Miscellaneous Label for
other hazardous materials/dangerous goods will
continue unchanged.
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Got Questions
About RCRA or
HazMat
Transportation?

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RCRA Training
for Hazardous
Waste Personnel
And…
HazMat
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