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Sending lithium batteries

Terms and conditions for sending lithium per post

Lithium batteries or lithium cells can be sent by mail under certain conditions. Lithium batteries are often found in electronic devices. They are dangerous because they can overheat and catch fire under certain circumstances. Sending loose lithium by air is not allowed.

Sending lithium batteries within the Netherlands or abroad

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

  • 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.

Examples allowed

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Examples not allowed

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