IATA: Lithium Batteries - Limitations

Lithium batteries are permitted with certain limitations. Lithium ion battery-powered equipment is acceptable as carry-on baggage and checked baggage with operator approval as long as the watt-hour rating is between 100 and 160 Wh. No more than two individually protected spare batteries are permitted per person in carry-on baggage only.

Portable electronic devices containing lithium metal or ion batteries, such as watches, cameras, mobile phones, and laptops, are permitted in carry-on baggage, checked baggage, or on one's person without the need for operator approval. Spare batteries for portable electronic devices are permitted in carry-on baggage only. These batteries must be protected to prevent short circuits. Each installed or spare battery must not exceed the following amounts:

• 2 g for lithium metal batteries
• 100 Wh for lithium ion batteries

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