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LITHIUM ION (Li-ion) SHIPPING REGULATIONS
:
The U.S. DOT enacted new regulations in 2008 that
apply to shipments containing Lithium ion batteries.
Whenever possible, Lithium ion batteries should be
sorted from other rechargeable batteries.
Shipment of a non-Call2Recycle container of Lithium
ion batteries for recycling must adhere to the following
requirements, in addition to the safety requirements
listed on the opposite side:
·
Each individual rechargeable battery, or cell
phone with battery, must be placed into a
separate bag (or terminals taped) to ensure
safe storage and shipping;
·
Package must be marked “CONTAINS
LITHIUM ION BATTERIES – FORBIDDEN
FOR TRANSPORT ABOARD AIRCRAFT AND
VESSEL.” Lettering must be at least 0.25
inches in height;
·
Package also must be marked: “DO NOT
DAMAGE OR MISHANDLE PACKAGE – IF
PACKAGE IS DAMAGED, BATTERIES MUST
BE QUARANTINED, INSPECTED AND
REPACKAGED”;
·
Shipping document (e.g., BOL) must indicate
package contains lithium batteries and
package must be quarantined, inspected and
repackaged if damaged; and
·
Package may not exceed 30 kg (66 pounds)
• Used batteries may have a significant residual charge. It
is important that they are prevented form short-circuiting.
This can be done by placing the batteries separately in
plastic bags or by placing non-conductive tape over the
battery terminals.
• While these batteries are normally safe to handle, they do
contain caustic materials that may have "vented" due to
misuse during the life of the battery. If the battery appears
to be "dirty" or have a white "film-like" substance around
the terminal, exercise caution when handling the battery.
Do not touch the dirty area. Wash your hands with soap
and water if they feel itchy, and avoid touching your eyes,
nose, mouth.
• Do not attempt to discharge the battery by short-circuiting
the terminals, consult your battery supplier for proper
instructions on discharging batteries.
• Do not bite, or place the battery in your mouth or nose.
• Do not place wet batteries in a plastic bag. The trapped
moisture will cause the battery to rust.
SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR BATTERY COLLECTION
LITHIUM ION BATTERIES
When recycling batteries you must include a bill of lading
in order to comply with all applicable state and federal
requirements, or the recycling center may be forced to
return the shipment at your expense. If you have any
questions, please contact the recycling center directly.
The EPA certified RBRC Recycling Seal indicates
BURNDY
®
is voluntarily participating in a program to
recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life. The
RBRC program provides a convenient
alternative to placing batteries into the
trash, which may be illegal in your area.
Please call 1-800-822-8837 for more
information. BURNDY
®
is committed
to preserving our environment and
conserving natural resources.
Approved Battery Recycling Location:
BURNDY
®
encourages recycling of its products whenever
feasible. Recycling regulations and methods vary within
North America and BURNDY
®
does not endorse any one
recycling method or company. Consumers that wish to
recycle BURNDY
®
products in North America are asked to
do so according to your local, state and federal regulations.
Recycling resources for the United States can be found at
the US EPA web site at the following link:
http://www.epa.gov/recycle
If you wish to recycle batteries please use the above
link and/or contact your local RBRC recycling center.
If additional information is needed please contact the
BURNDY
®
, Littleton Tool Service Center
A package containing Lithium ion batteries with a gross
weight of more than 30 kg (66 pounds) must be shipped
as a fully-regulated Class 9 hazardous material and
marked "LITHIUM BATTERY, UN 3090" and carry the
Class 9 Miscellaneous hazard label. Batteries must be
protected from short circuits and placed in strong outer
packaging or UN specification packaging. Shipments also
must be accompanied by hazardous materials shipping
paper. Shippers must be trained in accordance with the
U.S. hazardous materials regulations.
