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IATA Special Provision A197 provides an exemption for certain environmentally hazardous substances, most commonly UN3077 (Environmentally Hazardous Substance, Solid, N.O.S.) and UN3082 (Environmentally Hazardous Substance, Liquid, N.O.S.), when shipped in small quantities.   When Does A197 Apply? Special Provision A197 applies when: Liquids are packed in 5 L or less per single or inner packaging. Solids are packed in 5 kg or less per single or inner packaging. When these limits are met, the shipment is not subject to the other provisions of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, provided the packaging complies with the applicable general packaging requirements.   Common...

IATA Special Provision A48 states that packaging performance tests are not required for shipments covered by this provision. This means the package is exempt from the standard UN specification packaging testing requirements that would normally apply to dangerous goods.   What Does A48 Mean? Where Special Provision A48 applies, the packaging does not need to undergo UN performance testing. However, the package must still be: Strong enough to withstand normal transport conditions. Properly closed and secured. Prepared in accordance with all other applicable IATA Dangerous Goods requirements. A48 only removes the requirement for packaging performance tests, it does not exempt...

IATA Special Provision A181 applies when a package contains a combination of lithium batteries packed with equipment and lithium batteries contained in equipment. It clarifies the packaging, marking, and documentation requirements for these mixed shipments.   When Does A181 Apply? Special Provision A181 applies to packages containing: UN 3091 – Lithium Metal Batteries Packed With or Contained in Equipment UN 3481 – Lithium Ion Batteries Packed With or Contained in Equipment This commonly occurs when equipment is shipped with spare batteries in the same package.   Key Requirements When shipping under A181: All applicable requirements of the relevant IATA Packing...

IATA Special Provision A154 prohibits the air transport of damaged or defective lithium and sodium-ion cells and batteries that could present a safety risk during transport. This includes batteries that have the potential to generate excessive heat, catch fire, or short circuit.   When Does A154 Apply? Special Provision A154 applies to: Defective lithium or sodium-ion batteries being returned to a manufacturer. Leaking or venting batteries. Batteries that have suffered physical or mechanical damage. Batteries that cannot be assessed as safe before transport. These batteries are forbidden for transport by air under the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.   Assessing Battery...