IATA Battery Shipping Regulations (BSR) 2026, 13th edition
(formerly known as Lithium Batteries Shipping Regulations LBSR)

IATA Battery Shipping Regulations 2026 (BSR) is the authoritative annual manual (13th edition) consolidating air transport rules for all battery types—lithium‐ion/metal, sodium‑ion, NiMH, dry‑cell, and powered vehicles. It addresses packaging, classification, labeling, documentation, testing, and emergency procedures for manufacturers, shippers, logistics providers, airlines, and regulatory bodies.
New in the 2025 – Part III: Sodium Ion Batteries
- Generally adopting the same packing instructions, marking and labelling.
- But will have a different Proper Shipping Name “Sodium Ion Batteries…. with organic electrolyte”.
- and a different UN number (UN 3551 or UN 3552).
The 2026 IATA BSR is essential for professionals handling air transport of batteries—setting binding global standards across all chemistries with enhanced safety measures (now including SoC limits), robust packaging/testing regimes, and simplified labeling/documentation. It’s a must-have for anyone shipping battery-powered goods by air.
Available: End October, 2025
Effective Date: Jan 1, 2026 until Dec 31, 2026
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IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations – Regular bound
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IATA LBSR, IATA BSR, Battery, Battery Shipping Regulations , 9726-13
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