A complete guide to the import and export of lead-acid batteries, customs supervision that must be known for freight forwarders and foreign trade, dangerous goods transportation rules, and response to new overseas regulations

1. Why does this "old antique" dominate the market?
(Knocking on the blackboard) Although lead-acid batteries are over 150 years old, they are still the "handle" of the industry! 85% of the global secondary battery market is contracted by it. Why are you so good at fighting? To put it bluntly, it is a cheap big bowl-the technology is as mature as mature vinegar, the voltage is as stable as Mount Tai, it can be made casually from minus 40 ℃ to 60 ℃, and it can be charged 500 times! However, compared with upstarts such as lithium batteries, it is indeed a bit "middle-aged and fat" (large volume and low capacity), and it needs more snacks in terms of environmental protection.

2. Guidelines for avoiding pitfalls in transportation customs clearance

1. Make no mistake about customs codes!

• 8507 begins with the complete machine (divided into two categories: car start/others)
• 850790 is part (electrode/other accessories)
  Big events in 2021: Commodity inspection is no longer required for complete machine imports! But dangerous goods in EXP must be packaged and identified. Don't step on this red line!

1. The hidden mystery of UN number
   The success or failure of transportation depends on these three figures:
   ▶ UN2794: "Streaking model" that has not undergone three tests (must be labeled with 8 categories of corrosion)
   ▶ UN2800: "Half-helmet" that passed the vibration + pressure difference test
   ▶ 's inspection-free artifact: "cheating money" that has passed all three tests can be used as common goods
   Tip: The electrolyte is transported separately to UN2796, and the transportation risk is immediately reduced by 50%!

3. Practical Manual of Maritime air freight
(Take a small notebook to note the key points)
[Shipping]
Carton + Pallet is a routine operation, but note:
✓ Each layer must be separated by an insulating gasket
✓ Electrodes must wear protective sleeves (plastic sleeves/adhesive tapes are good)
✓ Do a 45 ° tilt test to prevent leakage
✓ Whole packaging can eliminate the need for a single label

[air freight]
There is a weight limit for passenger aircraft transportation:
▶ UN2794 Single piece ≤ 30 kg (no limit for freighters)
▶ electrolyte passenger aircraft single piece ≤ 1L, cargo aircraft can reach 30L
Three elements of life-saving:

1. Anti-short circuit device cannot be saved
2. The inflation port must be facing up + direction mark
3. Don't touch used batteries without approval!

4. Early warning of new overseas regulations
The hardest hit areas of the US 337 investigation:
In 2021, NOCO caused trouble, and hundreds of Chinese companies were sued for infringement. Colleagues who make automobile emergency power supplies should pay special attention to patent layout!

Three major killing moves of the new EU battery law:

1. "Battery passports" will be provided starting in 2023
2. Recycled lead content must be ≥ 85% in 2027
3. Batteries Must Be Removable for Replacement in 2028