Specification of UN38.3 Battery Safety Testing

UN38.3 is the mandatory safety standard for lithium batteries being transported internationally. It's required under:

UN Manual of Tests and Criteria (Part III, Section 38.3)
ICAO/IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations
US DOT 49 CFR 173.185

Essential for Lithium Battery Transport Compliance

Mandatory for All Lithium Batteries

Mandatory for all lithium batteries (Li-ion/Li-metal, cells/packs, and battery-equipped devices), UN38.3 certification verifies safety compliance for air and sea transport under international regulations (IATA/IMDG). Non-certified batteries face shipment rejection and regulatory penalties

Comprehensive Safety Testing

The certification requires lithium batteries to pass 8 critical safety tests: altitude simulation, thermal cycling, vibration, shock, short circuit, impact/crush, overcharge, and forced discharge - ensuring stability under extreme conditions during transport and use.

Critical for Logistics Compliance

UN38.3 certification is mandatory for lithium battery shipments, validating safety under extreme conditions (-40°C to 75°C, 150g impact). Non-compliant batteries face transport rejection by air/sea carriers under IATA/IMDG regulations, causing costly delays.

Global Standard for Risk Mitigation

This certification mitigates lithium battery risks during transport, preventing thermal runaway and explosions. It fulfills strict IATA/IMDG dangerous goods regulations, ensuring safe global logistics for all lithium battery types under extreme conditions.