UN2794 — Batteries, wet, filled with acid, electric storage

Class 8

Quick facts: UN2794

What it is
Batteries, wet, filled with acid, electric storage electric storage
Hazard class
8
Packing group
None assigned
Label
Class 8 - Corrosive
Packaging (49 CFR 173)
Exceptions §173.159 · Non-bulk §173.159
Air limit per package
Passenger aircraft: 30 kg · Cargo aircraft: 400 kg
Special provisions
A51

Source: 49 CFR 172.101 Hazardous Materials Table — UN2794 (2025-01-01)

UN Number
UN2794
Hazard Class
8
Packing Group
Not assigned

Hazard Labels / Marks

  • Class 8 - Corrosive

Also searched as

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Note

Spillable lead-acid type; PG not formally assigned in the list but carried as a Class 8 corrosive (PG III handling is typical). Non-spillable batteries may be exempt under special provisions.

Source: UN Model Regulations Dangerous Goods List · 23rd revised edition (2023)

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