These commonly used rechargeable batteries can be sent by sea freight, but they MUST be removed from the appliance or placed in a hard and sealed case.
Can I ship batteries by air or sea?
The rules for shipping batteries by air or sea are becoming stricter, vary depending on individual carriers and are subject to change. We, therefore, recommend you check with your airline, courier or shipping company before you send them.
Can You ship a battery across a country?
Many electronic products and devices contain batteries – in particular, lithium batteries, which are commonly found in laptops, smartphones, tablets, medical devices and power tools. There are regulations attached to the cross-border shipping of batteries to ensure they travel safely. These regulations vary depending on the type of batteries.
If the vehicle can be handled in a non-upright position, it must be secured in strong, rigid outer packaging. For many carriers, certain lithium batteries are totally off limits. Container shipping giant MSC recently reminded its customers that it won't ship lithium batteries in an ocean container if they've been used or damaged.
Can I ship lithium batteries via sea freight?
If shipping lithium batteries via sea freight, you will need to comply with the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code. This document is updated every other year, meaning the 2018 Edition Amendment 38-16 is the current set of regulations.
Can You Send batteries in a shipping container?
The following regulations apply when you are relocating possessions, including batteries, in a shipping container. This also includes a shared shipping container – often referred to as groupage. When you need to send regular lithium metal batteries such as AA or AAA batteries, you need to send them in a hard plastic casing.
How to ship batteries?
We've listed some must-dos on how to ship batteries: Batteries need to be packed in inner packaging that completely surrounds them, like a fiberboard box. This prevents short circuits. Inner packaging must be packed in strong, rigid outer packaging like wood, fiberboard, or metal boxes. This provides impact and crush protection.