Lithium metal (non-rechargeable) cells and batteries and lithium-ion (rechargeable) cells and batteries are mailable in limited quantities internationally or to and from APO, FPO, or DPO locations only when they are properly installed in the equipment they operate. //

Mailability

• Lithium metal and lithium-ion cells and batteries installed in the equipment they are intended to operate (UN3091 and UN3481) are mailable. //

Required Packaging
Lithium Metal and Lithium-ion Batteries

• The equipment must be cushioned to prevent movement or damage, and must be contained in rigid outer packaging, sealed and strong enough to prevent crushing of the package or exposure of the contents during normal handling in the mail.
• All outer packages must have a complete delivery and return address. //

Markings

• Lithium-ion batteries properly installed in the equipment they are intended to operate:
  1. Mailable internationally when permitted by country, including to and from APO, FPO, and DPO locations.
  2. No lithium battery markings permitted. Quantities must be within the limits of 622.5 and as outlined below. //