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Lithium battery shipping information

Requirements for lithium batteries depend on chemistry (lithium-ion or lithium-metal), watt-hour rating or lithium content, and whether batteries are shipped alone, packed with or installed in equipment.

Air transport generally has additional limitations. Damaged or defective batteries need special review.

Educational information only — subject to applicable requirements. See the Resource Center for official sources.

Related products

  • Batteries

Information Aegis may need

  • Chemistry
  • Wh rating or lithium content
  • Configuration
  • Quantity
  • Condition

Common issues

  • Unknown Wh rating
  • Damaged batteries
  • Air-mode restrictions
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