A US perspective on shipping ANYTHING that has a Lithium Ion Battery included
Summary: lotzofuniquegoodies shared information about a discussion from the dot com board regarding the impact of lithium-ion battery shipping policies, particularly for items like power tools, cell phones, laptops, and digital cameras. The post highlights potential issues for Canadian sellers, urging them to ensure their listings comply with hazardous materials policies. Additionally, there is mention of variability in interpretation of the rules, especially concerning whether batteries are installed or shipped separately, and the differences between ground and air shipping, as well as international versus domestic shipping. lotzofuniquegoodies is checking their listings to ensure compliance and notes the experience shared by a U.S. seller, which may not directly apply to Canadian experiences.
Stumbled across this discussion on the dot com board earlier today. Unsure if it will cause the same or similar havoc for Canadian sellers but important to research and make sure any applicable listings are following the rules. This would apply to power tools, cell phones, Laptops, digital cameras...The list goes on.
Hazardous goods policy as per dot ca.
The interpretation can vary (depending who you talk to) when it comes to Ion Batteries installed or shipped separately. Ground vs air. Intl vs domestic. Off to confirm none of my listings fall in any sort of grey area. See post 7 for from Devon on the subject. @dinomitesales Does CP have autorized labels stating applicable parcels cannot be moved by air?
Disclaimer: Post above is a US seller and their experience with listings being randomly pulled. Your experience(s) may vary. This may dramatically affect purchasing these types of items going forward.
-Lotz
