UN38.3 Air Transport Certification – ETENWOLF Air3 Portable Air Pump with Lithium-ion Battery

Document Overview

Document Overview This article covers the Identification and Classification Report for Air Transport of Goods issued for the ETENWOLF Air3 portable air pump. The document is a UN38.3 Dangerous Goods Identification and Classification Report, issued by Beijing DGM Air Transport Technology Development Co., Ltd. (DGM…

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Document Overview

This article covers the Identification and Classification Report for Air Transport of Goods issued for the ETENWOLF Air3 portable air pump. The document is a UN38.3 Dangerous Goods Identification and Classification Report, issued by Beijing DGM Air Transport Technology Development Co., Ltd. (DGM China), an IATA-authorized dangerous goods classification body accredited under CNAS 1B0078.

The report was issued under reference number PEKSZ202506086652ZP680001 on 2025-06-09. Its scope is to determine whether the product qualifies as a dangerous good for air transport and to assign the appropriate IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (IATA DGR) classification and packing instruction. The report is valid within the calendar year in which the applicable edition of IATA DGR is effective.

Field Details
Document Type Identification and Classification Report for Air Transport
Issued Number PEKSZ202506086652
Issuing Body Beijing DGM Air Transport Technology Development Co., Ltd.
Issued Date 2025-06-09
Identification Date 2025-06-09
Identification Purpose Dangerous Goods or Not Restricted Identification
CNAS Accreditation CNAS 1B0078

Product Information

The product subject to this UN38.3 certification is the ETENWOLF Air3 Portable Air Pump. The unit contains an integrated lithium-ion battery pack and is manufactured by Guangdong Bestek Technology Co., Ltd., located at No. 1, North Gaopu 8th Road, Yuancheng Industrial Park, Heyuan City, Guangdong, P.R. China.

Parameter Value
Product Name (Chinese) 便携式充气泵 Air3
Product Name (English) Portable Air Pump Air3
Manufacturer Guangdong Bestek Technology Co., Ltd.
Battery Model 1S1P-1300
Battery Type Single Cell Lithium-ion Battery (Pack)
Normal Voltage 3.7V
Rated Capacity 1300mAh
Watt-hour Rating 4.81Wh
Battery Dimensions 37.0 × 37.0 × 19.0 mm
Battery Mass 33.7g
Appearance Yellow Prismatic
Lithium Content N/A (lithium-ion)
Batteries per Package 72 cells
Total Mass per Package 2.426 kg

The battery is confirmed not to be returned to the manufacturer for safety reasons, is not a waste lithium battery, and is not being shipped for recycling or disposal. It is manufactured under a quality management program as described in UN Manual of Tests and Criteria Section 3.9.2.6.1(e). Each package has been assessed and is capable of withstanding a compressive force applied to its top surface for 24 hours, equivalent to the total mass of identical packages stacked to a height of 3 metres.

Key Details

The classification conclusion and transport requirements derived from this report are summarised below. The Air3 battery pack was evaluated as a lithium-ion battery contained in equipment, with a watt-hour rating of 4.81Wh. Each battery is of a type proved to meet the requirements of every test in the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, Sub-section 38.3.

Classification Field Details
Battery Classification Lithium-ion / Polymer Battery, Contained in Equipment
Watt-hour Rating 4.81Wh
UN/ID Number UN 3481
Proper Shipping Name Lithium ion batteries contained in equipment
IATA Packing Instruction PI 967, Section II
Permitted Aircraft Passenger and Cargo Aircraft
Battery Mark Required Yes — each package must be marked with battery mark

Special remarks from the issuing body: batteries or cells must be protected so as to prevent short circuits, and the equipment must be equipped with an effective means of preventing accidental activation.

UN38.3 Test Test Code Result
Altitude Simulation T1 Pass
Thermal Test T2 Pass
Vibration T3 Pass
Shock T4 Pass
External Short Circuit T5 Pass
Impact / Crush T6 Pass
Overcharge T7 Pass
Forced Discharge T8 Pass

All 8 required tests under UN38.3 were passed. The applicable edition is the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria ST/SG/AC.10/11/Rev.8, Sub-section 38.3.

Standards & Compliance

The testing and classification of the Air3 battery pack were conducted in accordance with the following standards and regulatory frameworks:

Standard / Regulation Reference Scope
UN38.3 ST/SG/AC.10/11/Rev.8, Part III, Sub-section 38.3 Lithium battery transport safety testing — all 8 tests (T1–T8)
IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (IATA DGR) Current edition (2025) Air transport classification and packing instruction assignment
IATA Packing Instruction 967 PI 967, Section II Lithium-ion batteries contained in equipment ≤ 20Wh per cell
UN Manual Section 3.9.2.6.1(e) UN Manual of Tests and Criteria Quality management program for battery manufacturing

The test report was produced by Waltek Testing Group Co., Ltd., an accredited third-party testing laboratory located at No. 77, Houjie Section, Guantai Road, Houjie Town, Dongguan City, Guangdong, China. Contact: +86-769-2267 6998 | [email protected] | www.waltek.com.cn.

The test report number issued by Waltek is WTH25D05129163B, dated 2025-06-05. The classification report was then issued by DGM China on 2025-06-09 based on Waltek’s test results and the applicant’s declarations.

Validity & Certification Body

This UN38.3 Identification and Classification Report is valid within the calendar year in which the applicable edition of IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations is effective — in this case, 2025. The report becomes invalid upon expiry of the 2025 IATA DGR edition or upon any of the following: illegal transfer, reproduction, embezzlement, imposture, modification, or tampering in any media form.

Field Details
Report Number PEKSZ202506086652ZP680001
Issued Date 2025-06-09
Validity Period Within the 2025 IATA DGR effective year
Issuing Authority Beijing DGM Air Transport Technology Development Co., Ltd.
CNAS Accreditation CNAS 1B0078
DGM China Contact Tel: 010-69479673 | Fax: 010-69479621
DGM China Website www.dgmchina.com.cn
DGM China Email [email protected]
DGM China Address Beijing, P.R. China, Postal Code 101300
Test Laboratory Waltek Testing Group Co., Ltd., Dongguan, Guangdong, China
Test Report Number WTH25D05129163B
Test Report Date 2025-06-05
Applicant / Consignor Guangdong Bestek Technology Co., Ltd.

The report is only effective after it has been signed by the inspector, checker, and approver, and stamped by DGM China. Duplication of this report is prohibited without DGM China’s written approval.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the UN38.3 certification mean for the ETENWOLF Air3?

UN38.3 is the internationally recognised standard under the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria that lithium batteries must pass before they can be transported by air. For the Air3, it confirms that the built-in 1S1P-1300 lithium-ion battery (4.81Wh) has successfully completed all 8 required safety tests — altitude simulation, thermal, vibration, shock, external short circuit, impact/crush, overcharge, and forced discharge — and is legally approved for air freight worldwide.

Which IATA packing instruction applies to the Air3 when shipping by air?

According to this classification report, the Air3 must be shipped under IATA Packing Instruction 967, Section II (UN 3481 — Lithium ion batteries contained in equipment). It is approved for transport on both passenger and cargo aircraft. Each package must display the required lithium battery mark, and the equipment must include an effective means of preventing accidental activation.

How long is this UN38.3 report valid?

The report is valid for the duration of the calendar year in which the applicable edition of IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations remains in force — in this case, 2025. Shippers and logistics partners should request an updated report for subsequent shipping years. The report reference number is PEKSZ202506086652, issued 2025-06-09 by DGM China (CNAS 1B0078).

Who conducted the UN38.3 battery tests for the Air3?

The physical battery tests were conducted by Waltek Testing Group Co., Ltd. in Dongguan, Guangdong, China (Test Report No. WTH25D05129163B, dated 2025-06-05). The Identification and Classification Report was subsequently issued by Beijing DGM Air Transport Technology Development Co., Ltd., an IATA-recognised classification body accredited under CNAS 1B0078, on 2025-06-09.

Related Documents

As a portable air pump containing a lithium-ion battery, the ETENWOLF Air3 may require or benefit from the following additional certifications and compliance documents depending on target markets and sales channels:

  • IEC 62133 / UL 1642 — Lithium-ion battery cell and pack safety standard, commonly required by retailers and e-commerce platforms. Issued by accredited electrical safety labs. Refer to IEC for standard details.
  • CE Declaration of Conformity (EMC + LVD + Battery Directive) — Required for sale in the European Economic Area. Covers electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility for the Air3 as a powered device. Refer to CE marking guidance.
  • FCC ID / FCC Part 15B — Required for the United States market if the Air3 incorporates any intentional or unintentional radio frequency emitter. Refer to FCC for filing requirements.
  • KC Certification (KC Mark) — Required for sale in South Korea under the Electrical Appliances and Consumer Products Safety Control Act. Refer to KC / IECEE for recognised lab information.
  • RoHS / REACH Compliance Report — Confirms restriction of hazardous substances in the product and its battery, required in the EU and many global markets. Refer to RoHS Directive and REACH Regulation.
  • MSDS / Safety Data Sheet — Material Safety Data Sheet for the lithium-ion battery pack, often requested by freight forwarders alongside the UN38.3 report.
  • IATA DGR Shipper’s Declaration — Required document for each air shipment of the Air3 alongside this UN38.3 report to complete the dangerous goods documentation package.

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