What Are the USPS Lithium Battery Label Requirements for Air Transport?
Lithium batteries are regulated for air transport due to their fire risk. Thermal runaway—a rapid, uncontrolled temperature increase—can occur from damage, defects, or short circuits. The FAA reports over 100 incidents since 2006, including cargo fires. USPS aligns with IATA and DOT rules to mitigate these risks, requiring specific labeling, packaging, and quantity limits for … Read more