According to this US Government site, spare batteries should be packed in carry-on luggage only. Here is the table that appears on the official website.
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GUIDE TO RULES EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2008
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Type Of Battery/Batteries
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In Checked Baggage |
In Carry-On Baggage:
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Lithium Metal Battery, Installed in a Device (up to 2 grams lithium)
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Permitted 1
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Recommended 1
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Spare Lithium Metal Battery (Not Installed In a Device) (up to 2 grams lithium)
(up to 2 grams lithium)
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Forbidden |
Permitted in carry-on baggage 2
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Lithium Metal Battery, Spare or Installed
(over 2 grams lithium)
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Forbidden | Forbidden | |
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Lithium-Ion Battery Installed in a Device
(up to 8 grams lithium equivalent content)
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Permitted 1
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Recommended 1
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Spare Lithium-Ion Battery (Not Installed in a Device)
(up to 8 grams lithium equivalent content)
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Forbidden |
Permitted in carry-on baggage 2
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“Special Case”
Up to 2 Lithium-Ion Batteries, Spare or Installed
(between 8 and 25 grams aggregate lithium equivalent content)
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Spare Batteries: Forbidden!
Installed in Devices: Permitted 1
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Spare Batteries: Permitted 2
Installed in Devices: Permitted 1
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1. Although you may carry some devices and installed batteries in checked baggage, carrying them in carry-on baggage, when practicable, is preferred. Whether in checked or carry-on baggage, ensure that devices remain switched off, either by built-in switch/trigger locks, by taping the activation switch in the “off” position, or by other appropriate measures.
2. Be sure to take protective measures to prevent against short-circuits. See the spare battery tips and how-to pages.
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