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Not-acceptable

Batteries exceeding allowable size/power limits

Electric bicycle

Electric wheelchairs

Small generators

Uninstalled batteries

Battery not installed in handset

Battery not installed

Laptop with external battery

  • For international mail, the lithium batteries must be installed in the equipment.
  • Not to exceed 4 cells or 2 batteries per package.
  • Lithium batteries alone, or lithium batteries packed with (but not installed in) equipment, are not acceptable for international mailing.
  • Strong outer package required.
  • Contents of parcel must be properly packaged to prevent shifting and/or damage to contents during transport.
  • Defective or damaged batteries are never acceptable.
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Notice 704

October 2012

PSN 7690-16-000-8925




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