E-bike Batteries
Removable lithium-ion batteries from electric bicycles, including batteries being relocated or returned.
Lithium Battery Shipping Australia
Need to Ship Lithium Batteries? We Can Help.
Moving an e-bike battery, sending power tool batteries or exporting lithium batteries overseas? We help Australian businesses and individuals work through the packaging, documentation and dangerous goods requirements.
What we can help with
From e-bike batteries to commercial shipments
Lithium batteries come in all shapes and sizes. Some can travel under specific exceptions, while others require fully regulated dangerous goods handling. Tell us what you're sending and we'll help assess the options.
Standalone Lithium Batteries
Rechargeable lithium-ion and lithium metal batteries sent separately from equipment.
Power Banks
Portable chargers and battery packs, including commercial stock and returns.
Power Tool Batteries
Replacement batteries for drills, saws, garden equipment and other cordless tools.
Batteries in Equipment
Devices and equipment containing lithium batteries, subject to the relevant transport rules.
Business & Bulk Shipments
Help with packaging, certification and freight coordination for eligible commercial consignments.
Before we can assess your shipment
Battery documents we'll need
Please provide the following information with your enquiry wherever available. We may need additional documentation before confirming acceptance or preparing a shipment.
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS): a current manufacturer or supplier SDS, where available, to help identify the battery and its hazards.
- UN 38.3 test summary: evidence of the applicable lithium battery transport testing. An SDS does not replace the test summary. Applicable regulatory exceptions are assessed case by case.
- Battery specifications: manufacturer, model, chemistry, watt-hour (Wh) rating or lithium content, voltage and quantity.
- Condition: confirm whether the battery is new, used, damaged, defective, recalled or being returned. Damaged or defective batteries require separate assessment and may not be accepted.
- Photos and shipment details: battery photos, collection and destination locations, and any existing packaging dimensions and weights.
Important: Acceptance depends on battery type, condition, packing instruction, route, carrier and current regulations. Do not send batteries to us or book freight until the shipment has been assessed.
Practical shipping support
Packaging, certification and freight coordination
Lithium batteries can require specialist packaging, hazard marks, labels and a dangerous goods declaration. We can help determine what applies to your shipment and coordinate the next steps.
DG Packaging
Advice on appropriate outer packaging, protection against short circuits and applicable packing requirements.
Air Freight Certification
Preparation and review of eligible shipments under applicable IATA and carrier requirements. Air certification details.
Sea Freight Certification
Assistance with eligible shipments under the IMDG Code. Sea certification details.
Looking for outer packaging? Explore our 4GV fibreboard boxes. Packaging selection must be checked against the applicable lithium battery packing instruction.
Simple process
How it works
Tell us what you've got
Complete the quote form with the battery type, rating, quantity, locations and documents.
We'll review the requirements
We assess the shipment details, available routes, packaging and documentation needs.
Get a tailored quote
We'll explain the proposed service, any outstanding requirements and the next steps.
Frequently asked questions
Lithium battery shipping FAQs
Can I ship an e-bike battery within Australia?
Potentially, depending on the battery specifications, condition, packaging and the carrier's acceptance rules. E-bike batteries often require specialist dangerous goods arrangements. Send us the battery model and watt-hour rating for assessment.
Can I send a lithium battery overseas?
Some lithium batteries can be exported by air or sea, but restrictions vary by battery type, watt-hour rating, state of charge, packing instruction, destination and carrier. We review these details before quoting.
Do I need an SDS and a UN 38.3 test summary?
We ask for an SDS where available and the applicable UN 38.3 test summary or evidence of an applicable exception. They serve different purposes. A battery SDS alone is not proof that UN 38.3 testing requirements have been met.
Can you ship used lithium batteries?
Used batteries may be eligible when they are in acceptable condition and meet the applicable rules. Damaged, defective or recalled batteries need a separate assessment and may be prohibited by the selected carrier or transport mode.
Do batteries need to be below 30% state of charge?
Some lithium-ion battery air shipments have state-of-charge restrictions, including a 30% limit in certain circumstances. The exact requirement depends on the battery classification, packing instruction, transport mode and current rules. We will advise what applies to your shipment.
Can you help with packaging and dangerous goods declarations?
Yes. We can assist with packaging assessment, marking and labelling, and dangerous goods documentation for eligible shipments. The exact service depends on the battery and transport arrangements.
Not sure if your battery can be shipped?
Send us the details. We'll help you understand what information is needed and whether there is a suitable shipping option.