Question

How are lithium batteries regulated differently from nickel cadmium or nickel metal hydride batteries?

Answer 1

Lithium Batteries are considered as dangerous goods as compared to nickel alloy batteries. These lithium batteries have many rules and regulation over shipping by air or any other transportation.

Lithium batteries are designed to provide high levels of power, the electrical energy in these batteries is significant, meaning that such batteries can sometimes generate a great amount of heat if short circuited. In addition, the chemical contents of these batteries may catch fire if damaged or if improperly designed or assembled. For these reasons, there are safety regulations controlling the shipment of these types of batteries. Shippers must conform to the applicable regulations published by IATA or PHMSA