New Rules for Lithium Ion Batteries
The United States is moving to bring its regulations for the transportation by air of lithium ion cells and batteries in line with international standards.
Under an interim final rule prepared by the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), working with the Federal Aviation Administration, lithium ion cells and batteries will not longer be permitted as cargo on passenger aircraft, and new requirements would be established for those transported in cargo airplanes.
Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao said that the interim final rule would “strengthen safety for the traveling public by addressing the unique challenges lithium batteries pose in transportation.”
Limited exceptions will permit transportation in pass…
