Streamline Battery Shipping and Stay Compliant with a Trusted 3PL

Batteries power the products and devices that keep our world moving, from smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles and industrial equipment. The global demand for batteries is growing rapidly, creating significant opportunities for growth and innovation for businesses that manufacture and sell batteries. But along with these opportunities come some challenges. Batteries are considered hazardous materials, and strict regulations govern how they must be stored, handled, and shipped. Navigating these rules while trying to scale operations, manage costs, and maintain efficiency can be overwhelming, which makes compliance, safety, and reliable hazmat logistics critical for success.

Why Are Batteries Considered Hazardous Materials?

Batteries are considered hazardous materials because they can cause chemical, fire, and environmental dangers if damaged, mishandled, or thrown away incorrectly. Most batteries contain corrosive or toxic substances such as sulfuric acid, potassium hydroxide, or lithium compounds, which can leak and cause burns, poisoning, or contamination. They also hold energy that can cause short circuits, sparks, or overheating—especially in lithium-ion batteries, which can catch fire or explode and are hard to put out once they start burning.

Because of these dangers, agencies like the U.S. DOT and IATA regulate battery packaging, labeling, handling, and transport as Hazmat. Many businesses find it challenging to follow Hazmat regulations for batteries because there are so many rules that vary by battery type and differ between ground, air, and international shipping. There are also specialized training requirements and expensive shipping and storage for hazmat locker requirements. In addition, the practical compliance work of shipping batteries with proper packaging, labeling, and documentation, takes time, training, and adds costs.

Streamline Battery Shipping with a Trusted Hazmat 3PL Partner

Partnering with a hazmat third party logistics (3PL) provider that is certified in hazmat warehousing to store, handle, and ship hazmat products can simplify the process, reduce shipping costs, and help businesses avoid expensive and dangerous mistakes. Outsourcing logistics also allows battery manufacturers and retailers to focus on innovation and growth instead of onerous daily tasks.

Unfortunately, not all fulfillment companies follow hazmat shipping laws. Working with a 3PL that offers hazmat logistics but bypasses hazmat regulations is not only unsafe but can also lead to serious legal repercussions, including fines and other sanctions. That is why it is so important to work with a compliant, trusted hazmat fulfillment partner who can protect your business, the environment, and your customers.

What to Look for in a Hazmat-Certified 3PL

When looking for a 3PL to handle your hazmat and battery shipping needs, it’s important to choose a partner with the right capabilities to keep your business compliant, efficient, and ready for growth. Look for the following features:

• Scalable capacity to handle seasonal peaks and growth. It is important to pick a 3PL that has scalable hazmat warehouse space so they can quickly adjust to increased order volumes during peak seasons or as your business expands, so you never miss a shipment.
• Flexible warehouse solutions that can grow with your brand. A Hazmat 3PL should offer adaptable storage and fulfillment options that can evolve with your changing product lines and business needs.
• Strategically positioned warehouses across the U.S. Multiple warehouse locations allow faster delivery to customers while lowering shipping costs and transit risks.
• Seamlessly integrates with top e-commerce platforms. When interviewing 3PLs, ask about their integration capabilities. This is important because smooth integrations provide accurate inventory tracking, order processing, and reporting, which saves time and reduces errors.
• Regulated space for battery product storage and distribution. You will want a 3PL with properly certified US Hazmat storage because it protects your products, employees, and the environment while keeping your business fully compliant with regulations.

G10 Provides Expert Solutions for Hazmat Fulfillment

As your official Hazmat partner, we have trained professionals who store, handle, and ship your hazardous products safely and efficiently, saving you time and resources on training and certification and hazmat warehouse requirements. This includes lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries for e-commerce, B2B, and B2C operations. We stay up to date on all Hazmat safety regulations to keep your business compliant, have strategically located warehouses across the country, and are actively working on cross-border shipping with Amazon Canada to legally transport batteries across the border and store them safely.

If you’re an Amazon seller, you will be happy to know that our reliable Hazmat services include shipping fully regulated dangerous goods with a Prime badge, which enhances Amazon conversion rates with free Prime shipping and enables participation in Prime-only events.

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