Compliant Freight Forwarding for Lithium-Ion Batteries (UN3480 / UN3481)
End-to-end logistics solutions for standalone battery cells, power modules, e-bikes, and equipment containing lithium batteries moving from Asian manufacturing hubs to Romania and Europe.
Navigating Strict Global Battery Transport Regulations
Lithium-ion batteries are heavily regulated across all international transport modes due to thermal runaway risks. Arwen Olsen ensures 100% compliance with IMDG (sea), ADR (road), and IATA (air) frameworks, guaranteeing carrier acceptance and zero port delays.
UN 3480 (Standalone Cells & Modules)
Dedicated dangerous goods protocols for high-capacity battery cells, replacement packs, and ESS racks.
UN 3481 (Batteries in Equipment)
Commercial freight forwarding for electric mobility (e-bikes, scooters), industrial robotics, tools, and medical devices.
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Compliance checklist
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between UN3480 and UN3481?
UN3480 covers standalone lithium-ion batteries/cells shipped by themselves. UN3481 covers lithium-ion batteries contained in equipment or packed with equipment (e.g. electric bikes, power tools, medical instruments).
What documentation is required before shipping lithium batteries?
Shippers must provide a valid Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS), UN 38.3 test summary report, and relevant packaging drop-test certifications to secure carrier dangerous goods booking approval.
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