14. Transport Information
Label for conveyance
For the single cell batteries and multi-cell battery packs that are non-restricted to
transport (non-assigned to the Miscellaneous Class 9), use lithium batteries
inside label.
For the single cell batteries and multi-cell battery packs which are restricted to
transport (assigned to Class 9), use Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
and UN Identification Number labels.
In all cases, refer to the product transport certificate issued by the Manufacturer.
UN numbers
UN3090 (shipment of cells and batteries
in bulk
)
UN 3091 (cells and batteries
contained in equipment
or
packed with it
)
Shipping names
Lithium Metal Batteries
Hazard classification
Depending on their lithium metal content, some single cells and small multi-cell
battery packs may be non- assigned to Class 9 (Refer to Transport Certificate)
Packing group
II
Specific
dispositions
IATA: A45, A88, A99, P968, P969, P970
IMDG: 188, 230, 310, P903
ADR/RID: 188, 230, 310, 636, P903, P903a
IMDG Code
3090 (Li Batteries) 3091 (Li Batteries contained in equipment or packed with it)
CAS
EmS No.
F-A, S-I
Marine pollutant
No
ADR Class
Class9
15. Regulatory Information
Risk phrases
Lithium
(Li)
R14/15
R21
R22
R35
R41
R42/43
Reacts violently with water, liberating extremely
flammable gases.
Harmful in contact with skin.
Harmful if swallowed.
Causes burns.
Risk of serious damage to eye.
May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin
contact.
Thionyl
chloride
(SOCl
2
)
R14
R22
R35
R37
R41
R42/43
Reacts with water.
Harmful if swallowed.
Causes burns.
Irritating to respiratory system.
Risk of serious damage to eye.
May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin
contact.
Aluminum
chloride
anhydrous
(AlCl
3
)
R14
R22
R37
R41
R43
Reacts with water.
Harmful if swallowed.
Irritating to respiratory system.
Risk of serious damage to eye.
May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Safety phrases
Lithium
(Li)
S2
S8
S45
Keep out of reach of children
Keep away from moisture
In case of incident, seek medical attention.
Thionyl
chloride
(SOCl
2
)
S2
S8
S24
S26
S36
S37
S45
Keep out of reach of children.
Keep away from moisture.
Avoid contact with skin.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
plenty of water.
Wear suitable protective clothing.
Wear suitable gloves.
In case of incident, seek medical attention.
MSDS Li-SOCl
2
Rev. 8 October 2008
