What energy thresholds does Section I specify for UN3481 P.I.967 Lithium Ion Batteries?

What energy thresholds does Section I specify for UN3481 P.I.967 Lithium Ion Batteries?

• A. Cells greater than 20Wh and Batteries greater than 100Wh
• B. Cells greater than 10Wh and Batteries greater than 50Wh
• C. Cells greater than 30Wh and Batteries greater than 150Wh
• D. Cells greater than 5Wh and Batteries greater than 25Wh

Answer: (A)

When shipping UN3481 lithium ion batteries contained in equipment under PI967, Section I sets the energy thresholds that determine whether the shipment must follow the stricter safety provisions. The specified limits are 20 Wh or less per cell and 100 Wh or less per battery; if a cell’s energy exceeds 20 Wh or a battery’s energy exceeds 100 Wh, the higher level of packaging, handling, labeling, and documentation requirements apply. These thresholds exist because higher energy content means greater risk during transport, so more safeguards are required. The other options use different numbers and don’t match the regulation’s stated limits.

When shipping UN3481 lithium ion batteries contained in equipment under PI967, Section I sets the energy thresholds that determine whether the shipment must follow the stricter safety provisions. The specified limits are 20 Wh or less per cell and 100 Wh or less per battery; if a cell’s energy exceeds 20 Wh or a battery’s energy exceeds 100 Wh, the higher level of packaging, handling, labeling, and documentation requirements apply. These thresholds exist because higher energy content means greater risk during transport, so more safeguards are required. The other options use different numbers and don’t match the regulation’s stated limits.