Sending lithium batteriesTerms and conditions for sending lithium per post

The conditions for transporting lithium differ depending on the mode of transport. In general, the following guidelines apply:

New lithium batteries or cells

• Battery: lithium content not higher than 2 grams/100 Wh.

• Cell: lithium content not higher than 1 gram/20 Wh.

• Maximum of four cells or two batteries in one device per shipment.

• Loose batteries and cells or devices with additional batteries/cells may not be sent by post.

• Cells and batteries in devices may not completely discharge during transport. Pack them securely (rigid outer packaging and device fixed inside).

• There must be no risk of the batteries overheating or short-circuiting.

• The batteries may not be damaged or defective.

• The batteries must be certified.

• You may not send used lithium batteries or cells by post.