UN 38.3 — Lithium Battery Transport Testing

When it matters

It matters before lithium cells or batteries are offered for transport. Evidence must match the shipped design type.

Key considerations

• Addresses transport safety, not general performance.
• Tests differ among design types.
• The test summary must identify the tested design accurately.

Project preparation

• Freeze design details and assess modifications.
• Arrange representative samples and documentation.
• Prepare an accurate test summary.