UN Panel Adopts PRBA Proposal

Tuesday, July 08, 2008

United Nations Subcommittee of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods has endorsed a major PRBA initiative by modifying the international testing requirements for rechargeable lithium cells and batteries

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PRBA Lithium ion Battery UN Proposal

Monday, April 28, 2008

Washington—In response to its members’ participation in the production of large format lithium-ion batteries for hybrid electric and electric vehicles, the Portable Rechargeable Battery Association has proposed modifications to battery tests contained in the United Nations’ Manual of Tests and Criteria. The continued reliance on an outdated testing scheme could stifle development of a new generation of environmentally-friendly products, PRBA warned.

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The Portable Rechargeable Battery Association Supports DOT Prohibition on Spare Lithium Batteries in Checked Baggage

Monday, December 31, 2007

The Portable Rechargeable Battery Association today announced its support for new Department of Transportation rules that prohibit airline passengers from packing spare lithium metal (non-rechargeable) batteries and lithium ion rechargeable batteries in checked baggage but allow travelers to bring spare batteries in carry-on luggage

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