Introduction As global demand for lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries continues to rise, the transportation of battery-powered products has become a critical part of the logistics industry. From smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles and medical devices, batteries are shipped worldwide every day. However, lithium batteries are classified as dangerous goods due to their potential...

Most U.S. businesses need DOT hazmat training, and many also need IATA training if they ship by air. The right certification depends on your shipping mode, employees’ job functions, and whether your shipments move domestically or internationally. Lithium battery shipping is tightly regulated because misdeclared, damaged, or improperly packed batteries can overheat, short circuit, or...

The global demand for lithium batteries continues to rise as industries rely on battery-powered products such as smartphones, laptops, medical devices, power tools, and electric vehicles. As a result, freight forwarders are increasingly responsible for managing shipments that contain lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries. Because lithium batteries are classified as dangerous goods under air...

The global demand for lithium batteries continues to rise as industries rely on battery-powered products such as smartphones, laptops, medical devices, power tools, and electric vehicles. As a result, freight forwarders are increasingly responsible for managing shipments that contain lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries. Because lithium batteries are classified as dangerous goods under air...

Shipping lithium batteries safely is one of the most important responsibilities for businesses involved in manufacturing, packaging, logistics, warehousing, e-commerce, and freight forwarding. Since lithium batteries are classified as dangerous goods, companies must ensure that employees receive proper training to comply with international shipping regulations and avoid costly penalties....

Lithium batteries power everything from smartphones and laptops to medical devices and electric vehicles. While these batteries are essential for modern technology, they are also classified as dangerous goods due to the risk of overheating, fire and short circuits. Proper packaging is critical to ensure safety, regulatory compliance and successful international transportation. This guide...

Lithium batteries power everything from smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles and medical devices. As global demand continues to grow, the transportation of batteries by air has become more regulated than ever. Businesses involved in shipping batteries internationally must follow strict safety and compliance standards, making IATA Battery Shipping Training essential in 2026. Whether you...

Shipping lithium batteries has become a critical part of modern logistics. From smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles and medical devices, lithium batteries power countless products shipped worldwide every day. Because lithium batteries can pose fire and safety risks during transportation, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has established strict guidelines for handling,...

1. Introduction Lithium batteries power countless products used every day, including smartphones, laptops, medical devices, power tools, drones, and electric vehicles. As demand for these products continues to grow, businesses across the United States are shipping more lithium batteries by air than ever before. However, because lithium batteries can present fire and safety risks if not handled...

The IATA lithium battery guidance 2026 is an essential reference for businesses, logistics professionals, freight forwarders, passengers and anyone involved in shipping or handling lithium batteries by air. As lithium batteries continue to power smartphones, laptops, power banks, medical equipment, electric mobility products, tools and countless e-commerce products, understanding the latest air...