Automotive Batteries
Eligible lead-acid and other automotive batteries can be evaluated subject to DG classification, packaging and carrier requirements.
Battery Freight Solutions
International battery shipping for commercial cargo.
Freight enquiries for eligible automotive batteries, industrial batteries, lithium batteries, UPS batteries, energy-storage batteries and other commercial battery products. Shipping method depends on battery chemistry, UN classification, watt-hour rating where applicable, state of charge, packaging, quantity, route and carrier dangerous-goods acceptance.
Battery Cargo Types
Commercial batteries and energy-storage products we can evaluate for shipping.
Cargo acceptance depends on the exact product, packaging, route, carrier and destination requirements.
Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion batteries require detailed review of UN classification, watt-hour rating, state of charge, packing instruction and carrier acceptance.
Lithium Metal Batteries
Lithium-metal batteries are regulated dangerous goods and require shipment-specific documentation, packaging and carrier review.
Industrial & Traction Batteries
Eligible industrial, traction and motive-power batteries can be evaluated according to chemistry, weight, packaging and route.
UPS Batteries
Commercial UPS battery shipments can be reviewed according to battery chemistry, configuration, quantity and transport mode.
Energy Storage Batteries
Battery modules and commercial energy-storage units may require DG, technical-data and special-handling review.
Gel & AGM Batteries
Gel, AGM and sealed battery cargo can be evaluated according to product specification, leakage status and carrier rules.
Battery Packs & Modules
Battery packs and modules can be evaluated subject to chemistry, configuration, UN status, protection and packing requirements.
Machine & Equipment Batteries
Batteries used in forklifts, machinery and industrial equipment can be evaluated according to chemistry, size and weight.
Other Battery Types
If your battery is not listed, send chemistry, model, capacity, voltage, watt-hour rating where applicable, quantity, weight and technical documents for evaluation.
Battery Transport Methods
Choose the freight method only after battery classification is confirmed.
Road Freight
Road transport can be evaluated for eligible battery cargo where the carrier accepts the DG classification, packaging and route requirements.
Road Freight →Sea Freight
Sea freight can be evaluated for eligible battery cargo subject to dangerous-goods declaration, container rules, port acceptance and carrier requirements.
Sea Freight →Air Freight
Air transport is highly restricted for many battery types. It can be evaluated only where airline acceptance, packing instructions, state-of-charge limits and documentation requirements are satisfied.
Air Freight →Special DG Handling
Certain battery shipments may require approved packaging, labels, marks, DG declaration, technical documents or special handling before transport can be confirmed.
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Shipment Planning
What affects a battery shipping quote?
Pricing Factors
- Origin city, pickup point and destination
- Battery quantity, units per package and total number of packages or pallets
- Gross weight and shipment dimensions / CBM
- Road, sea, air or another DG-compatible freight method accepted by the carrier
- Battery dimensions, gross weight, chemistry, capacity and state of charge where applicable
- Carrier schedules, equipment and current route conditions
Typical Shipment Information
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Battery model, chemistry, UN number/classification, watt-hour rating where applicable and technical specification
- Transport document appropriate to the selected mode
- Origin or product-specific documentation where required
- Any destination-specific import documentation applicable to the product
Batteries are regulated cargo and may be classified as dangerous goods. Acceptance depends on battery chemistry,
UN classification, condition, state of charge, watt-hour rating where applicable, packaging, labels, documentation,
carrier policy, route and destination rules. Damaged, defective, recalled or waste batteries may be subject to
additional restrictions or may not be accepted. Never ship batteries without declaring the exact battery type.
How It Works
Plan your battery shipment in four steps.
01
Send Cargo Details
Share the battery chemistry, model, capacity, voltage, watt-hour rating where applicable, quantity, package dimensions, weight and technical documents.
02
Provide the Route
Send the pickup city or country and final destination.
03
Select Freight Method
Road, sea, air or another DG-compatible transport method is evaluated only after battery classification and carrier acceptance are reviewed.
04
Confirm the Plan
Carrier availability, shipment requirements and route conditions are reviewed before confirmation.
Battery Shipping FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Can you ship automotive batteries internationally?
Eligible automotive batteries can be evaluated subject to battery chemistry, dangerous-goods classification, packaging, carrier acceptance and destination regulations.
Can lithium-ion batteries be shipped?
Lithium-ion batteries can be evaluated, but they are regulated dangerous goods and require shipment-specific review of UN status, capacity, state of charge, packaging and carrier rules.
Can batteries be shipped by air?
Some battery shipments may be eligible for air transport, but airline rules are strict. Acceptance depends on battery type, configuration, state of charge, packing instruction, documentation and airline policy.
Can batteries be shipped by sea?
Eligible battery cargo can be evaluated for sea freight subject to dangerous-goods declaration, packaging, labels, container requirements, port acceptance and carrier policy.
Can batteries be shipped by road?
Road freight can be evaluated where the battery classification, packaging and route comply with applicable dangerous-goods requirements and the carrier accepts the shipment.
What information is needed for a battery quote?
Send battery chemistry, model, voltage, capacity, watt-hour rating where applicable, quantity, unit and package weight, package dimensions, UN classification if known and technical documentation.
Can damaged or defective batteries be shipped?
Damaged, defective, recalled or waste batteries may face significantly stricter restrictions and may not be accepted by standard carriers. They require separate review.
Do batteries need special packaging?
Many battery types require compliant inner and outer packaging, terminal protection, labels, marks and documentation according to their classification and transport mode.
How much does battery shipping cost?
Cost depends on battery type, classification, quantity, weight, packaging, origin, destination, freight mode, DG handling and current carrier conditions.
Do you provide fixed transit times?
No fixed time should be assumed. Transit depends on DG acceptance, documentation, route, carrier schedule, inspections, border or port procedures and current operating conditions.
Need to ship batteries?
Send the battery chemistry, model, capacity, quantity, package dimensions, gross weight, technical documents, origin and destination so DG eligibility and the suitable freight method can be evaluated.