Changes to hazardous materials shipping regulations in 2022

 

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has published updated regulations manuals for 2022, which may impact University units that ship dangerous goods by air. The list of regulation changes on the IATA website address shipping lithium batteries, infectious substances, and live animals. We have listed below the most relevant changes related to certain types of lithium batteries:

  • Packing Instruction (PI) 965: For lithium ion or lithium polymer cells and batteries (UN3480) on cargo aircraft only – Section II has been removed, but the regulations in that section may continue to be used until March 31st, 2022.
  • Packing Instruction (PI) 968: For lithium metal or lithium alloy cells and batteries (UN 3090) on cargo aircraft only – Section II has been removed, but the regulations in that section may continue to be used until March 31st, 2022.
  • Packing Instruction (PI) 966: For lithium ion or lithium polymer cells and batteries (UN3481) on passenger and cargo aircraft only – The packing options in Section I and Section II have been updated.
  • Packing Instruction (PI) 969: For lithium metal or lithium alloy cells and batteries (UN3091) on passenger and cargo aircraft only – The packing options in Section I and Section II have been updated.

Make sure you read through the changes carefully. If you any questions, feel free to contact the EH&S Environmental Programs office at hazmat@uw.edu.

Visit the Shipping Hazardous Materials webpage for additional information, including a new frequently asked question about the most efficient and cost-effective way to ship hazardous materials to another lab or location.