Guidance Information From PHMSA/USDOT for the Transportation of Recalled Lithium Batteries
Whether you are a consumer forced to return a lithium battery to the manufacturer due to a recall announcement or you are the manufacturer/distributor who is arranging for the recall, you should be aware of the regulations affecting the transportation in commerce of lithium batteries. The PHMSA/USDOT has published a guidance document with precautions to be taken by anyone who offers for transportation or transports a recalled lithium battery. It’s recommendations are summarized below. (more…)