This mark is required if the lithium cells or batteries or sodium ion cells or batteries are not subject to other provisions of this Code according to special provision 188. In this case label model 9A is not required.

Battery mark
The mark shall be in the form of a rectangle or a square with hatched edging. The dimensions shall be a minimum of 100 mm wide × 100 mm high and the minimum width of the hatching shall be 5 mm. The symbol (group of batteries, one damaged and emitting flame, aboveUN number(s) ) shall be black on white or suitable contrasting background. The hatching shall be red. If the size of the package so requires, the dimensions/line thickness may be reduced to not less than 100 mm wide × 70 mm high. Where dimensions are not specified, all features shall be in approximate proportion to those shown.

* Place for UN number(s)

Note: The mark shown in the figure "Lithium battery mark" in 5.2.1.10.2 of the IMDG Code amendment 40-20, showing the telephone number for additional information, may continue to be applied until 31 December 2026.