Sending lithium batteries within Belgium or abroad
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.
Examples of what is allowed
Examples not allowed
