Now, lithium-ion batteries are increasingly popular because they’re among the most energetic rechargeable batteries in today’s market. They’re used in laptops, PDAs, cell phones and iPods. However, in some conditions, not just a pressurized environment, they can pose a safety risk because of a flammable electrolyte.
These batteries are classified within European legislation as ' dangerous goods ', which means that there are a number of provisions relating to their safe transportation. Safe transport of Lithium-ion batteries is important in particular for transport companies, which must take into account the energy content of and to comply with regulations concerning dangerous goods.
Depending on the performance of the batteries there different rules. Up to 100 Watt hours (Wh) requires a special label. Lithium battery with a capacity of 100 Wh or more require additional safety requirements, in terms of packaging, labelling, documentation and equipment of the vehicle/truck..