One of the most common types of batteries is lithium-ion. Due to this battery's lightweight and rechargeable nature, it is often used in laptops, smartwatches and mobile phones. However, lithium-ion batteries can be dangerous. When exposed. Car batteries cannot be sent through our network – either within the UK or internationally. For a full list of restricted items, take a look at our. As standard, we provide £50 of contents cover on all parcels sent within the UK. However, if you are sending a higher value electrical item, for example, a laptop or mobile phone, we recommend taking out extended contents cover to the value of the item. You can do this. Another common type of battery is Alkaline. These are used in small electronic devices and comes in many different shapes and sizes, including AAA and AA. There are no restrictions when sending alkaline batteries in the post, either within the UK or. Due to their hazardous nature, parcels containing batteries must be packaged carefully to avoid damage during transit. When sending a battery in.
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Can I ship lithium ion batteries abroad?
Send Products Containing Lithium Ion Batteries Abroad Safely and Securely If you need to ship products containing lithium batteries internationally then PACK & SEND can help you to package your equipment securely and ensure that the shipment is compliant with regulations wherever you are sending to.
Can I send lithium batteries on my own?
THIS WILL ALMOST ALWAYS MAKE IT UNECONOMIC TO SEND LITHIUM BATTERIES ON THEIR OWN. For deliveries of shipments with lithium batteries included in the equipment to an overseas destination - be they laptops, mobile phones or more specialist equipment - trust us to get your shipments to their destination without the risk of problems arising.
Can I ship a damaged battery?
No damaged batteries can be shipped. Batteries must be packed and labelled correctly. Certain types of battery must be sent with a State of Charge (SoC) of no more than 30%. Even though there are restrictions, it is possible to ship lithium batteries as long as the regulatory guidelines are followed.
Can a battery be sent via a courier?
All parcels being shipped internationally are checked and scanned so it is not worth even trying to send any item with a battery contained inside. Although many battery retailers send batteries via either traditional mail services or non-specialised couriers, we believe the risks are too great to allow them to be sent via our courier system.
Can I ship a car battery?
However, in our list of prohibited items we specifically state that batteries are forbidden to be shipped via us - and that includes any type used for any purpose. This means that car batteries, personal batteries, UPS, sat nav, barcode scanners, camera batteries, etc. aren't allowed.
At PACK & SEND we can provide you with a complete packing and delivery service for lithium battery-powered equipment within the constraints of international regulations but be aware that this is a specialist and costly service and not appropriate for domestic lithium batteries not contained in their equipment.