How To Ship Batteries Learn How To Safely Pack and Ship Batteries We have assembled this illustrative guide to help you safely pack and ship many kinds of batteries. In some cases, such as with alkaline or certain nonspillable lead-acid batteries, your responsibilities may be limi...
How to ship dry batteries and nickel-metal hydride batteries A dry cell battery is commonly used for portable electrical devices – this classification includes alkali-manganese, zinc-carbon, nickel cadmium and other solids.. They do not contain liquid; rather the electrolytes are contained in a l...
Do not use air service to ship recalled batteries. Due to the manufacturer’s safety concerns, such shipments are prohibited from using air service. In addition, the accumulated recycling of the batteries must not be shipped via air service, as these items are dangerous goods prohibited by IAT...
electric vehicles, and medical devices, they connect our world and help save lives. But they are also classified as dangerous goods and require careful handling and transportation. In this post, I give you 4 tips on how to ship lithium batteries safely. ...
5/19 1 How to safely pack and ship batteries Effective May 2019 Electronic items for repair When sending equipment for repairs, such as computers and cell phones or other battery operated devices, if there is any risk that the device could overheat, it should be sent without batteries. ...
Is it okay to ship a guitar in cold weather? Many stringed instruments are constructed from real wood which can be vulnerable to extreme hot or cold climates. Fortunately, DHL is experienced in transporting fragile items in temperature-controlled environments, so you can be sure your in...
If packed incorrectly or damaged in transit, lithium batteries can short-circuit, causing them to overheat and catch fire. Learn more Sprays and aerosols The compressed gas that makes these items work is hazardous and can explode if packed incorrectly. Learn more Paints and varnishes Oil-based...
Created with Sketch. Sending in bulk can save on costs Sending more than one item? By grouping your shipments together, you could save on time, money and hassle. If you ship frequently to the same destination, it might be worth consolidating multiple items into one shipment. ...
Shipping lithium-ion batteries is generally safe, but only when the responsible parties follow the associated rules and processes for identifying and moving those goods. Getting the best results is a collaborative effort between those with batteries to ship and their providers. ...
Section II of Packing Instructions PI 965 and PI 968 was created to let shippers ship packages containing one or two small batteries by air with fewer restrictions, and by people without extensive Dangerous Goods training. Without Section II, those shipments will be considered Fully Regulated, whic...