UPS Prohibited Items. Examples of items prohibited by UPS include, but are not limited to the following: Shipments prohibited by law. Bank bills, notes or currency. Common fireworks. Hazardous waste or hazardous waste service. Human remains, fetal remains, human body parts, human embryos or components thereof. Ivory.
READ MOREWhen shipping lithium ion batteries with UPS, you may need to use Ground service and affix the proper labels to the outside of your package. Read more
READ MOREProtect Batteries and Terminals: When shipping batteries, you must protect all terminals against short circuits by completely covering the terminals with an insulating material (e.g., by using electrical tape or enclosing each battery separately in a plastic bag). Short circuits can cause fires. Package the batteries to keep them from being
READ MOREIf you are mailing packages that contain hazardous materials (HAZMAT), you must separate HAZMAT packages from all other packages and present them in a container marked "HAZMAT." If you knowingly mail materials that are dangerous or injurious to life, health, or property, for each violation, you face a civil penalty of at least $250 (but not
READ MOREUPS has assembled this illustrative guide to help you safely pack and ship many kinds of batteries. In some cases, such as with alkaline or certain non-spillable lead-acid
READ MOREThe commercial invoice (or pro forma invoice) is required for all cross-border shipments (except for documents that have no commercial value). It is the primary form used for importation control, valuation and duty determination. Our shipping tool will help you fill out your commercial invoice as you''re creating your shipping label. It is
READ MOREFind international shipping restrictions and documentation required for international shipping, including import and export regulations. Service Alerts ; United States - English Save up to 74% on Shipping; Shipping Services; How to Return a Package; How To Ship a Package; International Shipping Guide; Go to Shipping Support; Tracking.
READ MOREUPS has assembled this illustrative guide to help you safely pack and ship many kinds of batteries. In some cases, such as with alkaline or certain nonspillable lead-acid
READ MOREFinancial penalties: UPS may assess fees for attempting to ship restricted or prohibited items, which can quickly add up and impact a company''s bottom line. According to a 2019 survey by the National Retail Federation, businesses spend an average of $114 per package on fines and penalties related to shipping compliance issues
READ MORENote. Effective 1 July 2015, all existing customers and new customers who wish to ship lithium metal batteries without equipment (UN3090) via UPS ® Air services must obtain pre-approval from UPS Airlines. This requirement is to ensure that proper training has taken place and that all applicable safety regulations are properly followed for such shipments.
READ MOREUPS Shipping Size Restrictions. UPS package size restrictions for individual packages to most destinations are as follows: The maximum weight per parcel is 150 lbs (70 kg). The maximum length per parcel is 107.9 inches (274 cm). Maximum dimensions per parcel is 165 inches (419 cm) - length and girth combined.
READ MOREThe requirements difer depending upon what type of lithium battery you are shipping (lithium ion or lithium metal) and whether you are shipping batteries packed without
READ MORE3. Seal and label the package. Using the H taping method, apply at least three strips of pressure-sensitive adhesive plastic tape that is at least 2" wide to both the top and bottom of the carton. Tape all seams or flaps. Place the shipping label on the top of the largest side.
READ MOREthe rules for shipping these small lithium batteries. Shipments not fully regulated as Dangerous Goods do not require a UPS Dangerous Goods contract, provided restrictions below are satisfied. Shipping lithium batteries by air service Regulations differ depending upon what type of lithium battery you are shipping (lithium ion or lithium metal)
READ MOREWith the right expertise, you can ship batteries securely. In this short blog, we''ll walk through proper battery shipping: everything from understanding regulations to
READ MOREAir service level shipments of UN3480 (lithium ion batteries) or UN 3090 (lithium metal batteries) must be presented as fully regulated hazardous materials. Air service level shipments of UN3171 (Battery-powered vehicle) will only be accepted under the following conditions: Restricted to PAX quantities only, not accepted as CAO.
READ MORELithium Batteries: The regulations are transitioning to a modified Class 9 diamond hazard, which will become mandatory for fully regulated shipments of lithium battery shipments
READ MORELearn more about the terms and conditions governing UPS transportation services.
READ MOREA major risk of shipping lithium batteries is short-circuit of a battery or inadver - tent activation while in transport. All batteries should be packed to eliminate the
READ MOREVehicle containing a wet, non-spillable battery or batteries therein that would separately be classified as UN 2800. The battery contained in the vehicle is limited to 25kg maximum net weight. Shipments of UN3171, Battery-powered vehicle, containing defective or damaged batteries are not accepted by UPS.
READ MOREWrap the shell of the machine with plastic or bubble wrap. To protect against any static electricity risks while in transit, place the laptop in a snug-fitting plastic bag. Separately wrap any cables, plug adaptors and other accessories in bubble wrap and secure them with cable ties. Place the device in a padded laptop box and fill any
READ MOREAre you shipping lithium batteries contained in equipment or packed with equipment? Are the batteries > 2.7Wh? Does your package1 of lithium batteries contain > 8 cells or > 2 batteries? Does your package contain > 2.5Kg of batteries? A UPS Dangerous Goods contract will be required.** Please see IATA regulations for further details on UN3481
READ MOREAbout UPS Open the link in a new window; Skip To Main Content. About UPS Open the link in a new window; Philippines - English. Philippines - English; Select Another Country or Territory. Shipping. Shipping. Create a Shipment; Calculate Shipping Cost; Schedule a Collection; Find a Location; View Shipping History; Batch File Shipping; Packaging
READ MOREAbout UPS Open the link in a new window; UPS Jobs Open the link in a new window; UPS Healthcare; UPS Supply Chain Solutions Open the link in a new window; The UPS Store Open the link in a new window; UPS Capital Open the link in a new window; UPS Developer Portal Open the link in a new window
READ MORECertain prohibited items that we will ship on a contractural basis, and some we won''t due to laws or regulations. Find more information on those items to make sure you''re ready to go. View Prohibited Items
READ MOREUPS account holders are also prohibited from using their UPS accounts to process or tender a Shipment to UPS on behalf of any third party without prior written approval from UPS.
READ MOREUPS has assembled this illustrative guide to help you safely pack and ship many kinds of batteries. In some cases, such as with alkaline or certain nonspillable lead-acid batteries,
READ MOREInternational air shipments of these types of batteries must conform to IATA Packing Instruction 871. Batteries, Containing Sodium (UN3292) These batteries are not accepted in the UPS package environment. Dry Batteries, Sealed, N.O.S. (Not Otherwise Specified) These batteries are typically used for portable power applications,
READ MORE