Shipping guides
How to ship lithium batteries
Spare lithium batteries (CR123s, 18650s) go by ground only, in their original packaging, with the right mark on the box.
Who can take it
Private seller → buyer in another state
- USPS: Yes: Ground Advantage
- UPS: Yes: Ground
- FedEx: Yes: Ground
Best way: USPS Ground Advantage. USPS Ground Advantage is usually the cheapest for this.
Examples ship from Texas to Oklahoma. Your states can change the answer.
Before you ship
- Keep loose batteries in their original packaging and mark the box "Surface Mail Only" (or the carrier's lithium battery mark).
Insurance
Guns-covered insuranceon U-PIC’s siteCovers firearms, parts, ammo and gear, on USPS, UPS and FedEx. Bought on U-PIC's site after your label; we hand over the tracking number. By U-PIC.Their price
InsureShieldon UPS Capital’s siteAbout $1 per $100. UPS up to $10,000, USPS up to $5,000. Bought on UPS Capital's site. By UPS Capital.Their price
Carrier's built-in coverageFree. Most USPS, UPS and FedEx labels include up to $100. By the carrier. Only covers the first $100.Free
Standard shipping insuranceAbout 1% of the value, $1 minimum. For gear; guns and ammo aren't confirmed yet. By the label platform's insurer. Coming soon.$5.00
Coverage comes from the insurer named, at their price, and they handle claims. Keep the sale receipt as proof of value.
Check your exact shipment, then buy the label with these rules applied.
Information, not legal advice. Laws and carrier rules change; when in doubt, ask the carrier or a local dealer.