What preapproval must the shipper have to ship UN3090 Lithium Metal Batteries?

• A. On the FX-05B preapproval list
• B. No preapproval required
• C. Approved by DG authority
• D. Approved by airline

Answer: (A)

Shippers of UN3090 Lithium Metal Batteries must be preapproved by FedEx through the FX-05B preapproval program. This preapproval confirms you’ve met FedEx’s dangerous goods handling requirements, including proper packaging, labeling, documentation, and training. Because lithium metal batteries are hazardous goods with stricter rules, FedEx uses this preapproval step to ensure shipments are prepared and handled safely and in compliance with regulations. Without being on the FX-05B list, FedEx may not accept the shipment.

The other options don’t fit because no preapproval is not allowed for UN3090, which is a restricted dangerous goods category. Approvals from a DG authority or from the airline aren’t the mechanism used by FedEx for authorizing these shipments; the recognized route is the FX-05B preapproval, which specifically verifies the shipper’s readiness to ship lithium metal batteries with FedEx.