Get Shipper39s Confirmation For Excepted Lithium Batteries - Tnt

#1: Yes, you can ship lithium batteries via USPS. There are currently six types of lithium batteries eligible for shipment, in varying domestic or international quantities, via USPS: Lithium-ion (rechargeable) battery, UN3480. Lithium metal battery, UN3090.

Each parcel must contain no more than four cells or two batteries installed in a device. For lithium ion/polymer batteries the Watt-hour rating must not exceed 20Wh per cell or 100Wh per battery. For lithium metal/alloy batteries the lithium content must not be more than 1g per cell or 2g per battery.

Excepted lithium batteries are smaller, less energy-dense batteries or cells which qualify for relief from certain regulatory provisions. In about 2-3 hours, you will cover: Lithium battery general awareness. Regulations relevant to shipping lithium batteries.

Pack each battery in fully-enclosed interior packaging to protect the terminals. Don't place heavy items on packed batteries. Keep batteries away from other metal objects that may cause short-circuiting. Avoid turning on devices with installed batteries while being shipped.

Shipper's Declaration for Section II Lithium Cells / Batteries. WARNING: LITHIUM BATTERIES IDENTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER AS BEING DEFFECTIVE FOR SAFETY REASONS, OR THAT HAVE BEEN DAMAGED, MUST NOT BE SHIPPED BY AIR.

A Class 9 lithium battery label, UN number and proper shipping name* A Dangerous Goods Declaration.

UPS accepts such common lithium batteries under those reduced regulations only when the batteries are packed with or contained in equipment (UN3091, UN3481).

#1: Yes, you can ship lithium batteries via USPS. There are currently six types of lithium batteries eligible for shipment, in varying domestic or international quantities, via USPS: Lithium-ion (rechargeable) battery, UN3480. Lithium metal battery, UN3090.