Some of the FedEx Express operator variations published in the current IATA regulations are specific to lithium batteries: FX-04 (f) and FX-05 (a)–(d). FX-04 (f) – Hoverboards or similar self-balancing vehicles will only be accepted from companies in
FedEx continues to advocate for stepped up enforcement efforts against those individuals and companies who willfully or recklessly violate regulatory requirements for lithium batteries, as non-compliant shipments are the
Our guidelines for shipping lithium batteries will help make sure you meet all standards for safely shipping batteries. Learn how to ship your batteries with our guide. Discover how to identify your wet or dry battery and how to secure them for shipping.
This guide is based upon the 2019 "IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations" and provides a general overview of lithium battery shipping requirements. It does not provide complete shipping information.
As a leading carrier, FedEx transports a significant volume of lithium batteries every day. In this comprehensive guide, we''ll explore everything you need to know to ship lithium batteries with FedEx like a pro. We''ll cover: Types of lithium batteries accepted by FedEx. Packaging and labeling requirements. Required documentation.
How to package lithium batteries for shipping. When packaging lithium batteries for shipment, strong rigid outer packaging must be used. Special labelling may also be required, depending on the type of lithium batteries. Please review our guide to shipping lithium batteries with FedEx Express.
Set up a FedEx shipping rule for your shipments that contain lithium batteries as you would normally do, select the FedEx service and format of your preference and then add the correct lithium battery type as an enhancement from the Enhancements drop-down menu.
Our goal is for you to become familiar with the current Lithium Batteries & Cells Shipping Guide by following these simple instructions and for you to use it as an ongoing source for the proper packaging, documentation and labeling of lithium batteries.
FedEx Ground offers an economical lithium battery shipping on-line course to help you meet this requirement for ground shipping. Please contact the Dangerous Goods hotline at 800-GOFEDEX, Option 81 for more information on this course.
If your business ships stand-alone lithium batteries via air, you should contact your local FedEx Sales Professional for help finding another FedEx shipping option. Some carriers are not participating in the transition time and stopped allowing Section II shipments as