Description
Battery and cell marking UN 3481 — basis for use
The ADR 9 UN 3481 Batteries and cells — add your phone number label is intended for marking shipments containing batteries, cells or accumulators that must be identified with the correct UN number during transport. In practice, this mainly applies to lithium metal batteries and lithium-ion batteries, whether transported separately, packed with equipment or contained in equipment.
In the battery and cell label series, the four most commonly used UN numbers are:
- UN 3090 — lithium metal batteries,
- UN 3091 — lithium metal batteries packed with equipment or contained in equipment,
- UN 3480 — lithium-ion batteries,
- UN 3481 — lithium-ion batteries packed with equipment or contained in equipment.
This description refers to the UN 3481 variant. Before publication, replace the UN number with the correct number for the specific product version.
In dangerous goods transport regulations, lithium battery marking is connected with goods classification, UN number, the way the batteries are packed, packing instruction and special transport conditions. For certain shipments, the lithium battery mark is used, and it should show the correct UN number preceded by the letters “UN”. If one package contains batteries assigned to different UN numbers, all applicable numbers should be shown on the mark.
This product differs from the manually completed label and from the fully custom printed version. The number UN 3481 is already assigned to a specific product variant, while the customer can add only their own phone number. This makes the label ready to use after delivery and removes the need to manually enter the UN number on every label.
Under current international regulations, the phone number on the lithium battery mark is generally no longer required. In practice, however, a contact phone number may still be used operationally, for example when requested by a carrier, recipient, internal company procedure, shipping platform, or when the sender wants to provide a contact for shipment information. The option to add your own phone number is therefore convenient for companies that want to maintain a consistent marking method or follow specific logistics procedures.
Battery and accumulator marking does not replace correct goods classification, suitable packaging selection, transport documentation, packing instructions or any additional hazard labels. Depending on the battery type, capacity, weight, technical condition, packing method, mode of transport and route, additional markings or special transport conditions may be required.
Before ordering the label, make sure that the UN 3481 variant corresponds to the actual contents of the shipment and the way the batteries are packed. The choice of marking should always be verified against current ADR regulations, product documentation, safety data sheet, packing instruction and carrier requirements. In case of doubt, consultation with an ADR dangerous goods adviser or a person responsible for dangerous goods transport is recommended.
Where and how to use the ADR 9 UN 3481 Batteries and cells label with your phone number
The ADR 9 UN 3481 Batteries and cells 110 × 120 mm label with your phone number should be used on transport packaging containing batteries, cells or accumulators assigned to the relevant UN number. This may include lithium-ion batteries, lithium metal batteries, accumulators, battery modules, electronic devices with batteries, service parts, consumer electronics, cordless power tools, measuring equipment, uninterruptible power supplies, medical devices, industrial components and e-commerce products containing batteries.
The version with the ready-printed UN 3481 number and the option to add a phone number is particularly practical for companies that regularly ship the same type of products. Warehouse staff do not need to enter the UN number manually each time, because it is already assigned to the label variant. The added phone number keeps the marking consistent and may make contact easier in matters related to the shipment.
Personalised phone number printing also helps reduce the risk of errors. Manually entering data on a large number of labels can lead to mistakes, illegible handwriting, smudged ink or missing information. Ready-made printing improves the appearance of the package, increases marking repeatability and speeds up work in the packing department.
Before placing the order, provide the phone number that should be printed on the label. The number should lead to a person, department or contact point that can provide information about the shipment, battery type, documentation or procedure in case of logistics-related questions. The data should be carefully checked before approving the print.
The label should be applied to the outer surface of the package in a clearly visible, flat place that is not likely to be covered. It should not be obscured by packing tape, stretch film, courier label, waybill, transport document, carton edge, securing strap or palletising elements. The marking should remain legible from the moment the shipment is prepared until the end of transport.
Before application, make sure that the packaging surface is clean, dry, free from grease and as smooth as possible. This is particularly important for coated cartons, film packaging, plastics, containers, crates, outer packagings and surfaces that may be contaminated with dust, moisture, oil or product residues.
Before shipment, it is worth checking:
- whether the UN 3481 variant corresponds to the actual contents of the shipment,
- whether the UN number is correct for the way the batteries are packed,
- whether the printed phone number is correct and up to date,
- whether the label has been applied to a visible part of the package,
- whether the marking has not been covered by tape, film, waybill or other labels,
- whether the packaging used meets the requirements for the specific battery type,
- whether additional hazard labels, documents or markings are required,
- whether the carrier’s requirements are consistent with the marking used,
- whether the marking remains visible on the outside after overpacking or palletising.
The label with a ready UN number and added phone number is particularly useful in warehouses, packing departments, online stores, electronics service centres, logistics companies, distribution centres, production plants, laboratories, technical wholesalers and companies that regularly prepare shipments with batteries or battery-powered devices.
Quality of Print&Stick labels with phone number printing
Print&Stick ADR 9 UN 3481 Batteries and cells 110 × 120 mm — add your phone number labels have been designed for companies that need ready-made, repeatable and neat markings for shipments containing batteries and accumulators. The UN number is assigned to a specific product variant, and the customer can add their own phone number, creating a label that is ready to use.
Phone number printing is especially convenient for larger shipping volumes. It helps reduce warehouse working time, limits the need to complete labels manually and keeps the marking consistent across all shipments. This is particularly important for companies that prepare parcels with electronics, accumulators, battery-powered devices or battery components every day.
The labels are made from self-adhesive paper and equipped with a durable acrylic adhesive. As a result, they adhere well to typical packaging surfaces such as cardboard, paper, board, boxes, outer packagings, plastics, containers and smooth transport surfaces. Good adhesion helps reduce the risk of the label peeling off during storage, order picking, sorting, handling and transport.
The print is protected with UV varnish, which helps protect the graphics against external factors encountered in everyday logistics handling. This allows the marking to remain legible and visually neat during packing, storage, order picking and transport.
The roll containing 500 labels allows convenient storage, fast peeling and serial application of markings. This supply format works well in warehouses, logistics companies, shipping departments, service centres, distribution centres and companies that regularly prepare shipments with batteries or accumulators.
The print is clear, repeatable and designed to make shipments with batteries or cells easy to identify quickly. Repeatable production helps maintain a consistent appearance of successive label batches, correct graphic layout, legible data and neat package marking.
Label production is carried out in accordance with quality and environmental management standards consistent with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. For companies preparing battery shipments, this means stable product quality, predictable functional properties and the ability to use markings that perform well in regular packing, storage and transport processes.
Print&Stick labels with phone number printing are a practical choice for online stores, electronics manufacturers, technical service centres, logistics companies, warehouses, laboratories, export departments, distributors of electronic equipment, manufacturers of battery-powered devices and companies preparing batteries and accumulators for transport.
Technical specifications
- Name: Self-adhesive ADR 9 UN 3481 Batteries and cells label — add your phone number
- Marking type: label for batteries, cells and accumulators with ready UN number and phone number print
- Application standard: marking of shipments containing batteries and cells requiring UN number identification
- Label size: 110 × 120 mm
- UN number variant: UN 3481
- Personalisation: paid printing of the phone number
- Purpose of print: ready-made marking without manually entering contact details
- Material: self-adhesive paper
- Adhesive: durable acrylic adhesive
- Print protection: UV varnish
- Supply format: roll
- Package content: 1 roll = 500 labels
- Application: marking shipments containing batteries, cells, accumulators and devices containing batteries
