This manual aims to provide a summary of the rules that apply when transporting lithium and sodium ion batteries, or equipment with such batteries. The information in this manual is based entirely on the information provided in the transport regulations that may be applied from 1 January 2026. DGM assumes no responsibility for interpretations of the requirements set out in the various regulations, and in all legal terms reference is made to the applicable regulations. In the brochure you will find, among other things:
- Definitions and classification criteria
- Packaging requirements
- Packaging labeling requirements
- Documentation requirements
- Prohibitions and restrictions
- Conditions for exemption from the provisions
- Special provisions
- Definitions and explanations of abbreviations
