What are "Dangerous Goods"? Can I Ship Them Internationally?

Are you shopping for tech gadgets or beauty products online? With MyUS, you can safely ship Dangerous Goods like lithium-ion batteries and perfume right to your door, thanks to our specialized handling and packaging services.**

Can MyUS Ship Dangerous Goods?

Yes, MyUS can ship Dangerous Goods, including lithium-ion batteries, to certain countries. This means you can get your hands on everything from the latest gadgets to beauty essentials, no matter where you are. MyUS ships Class 9 Dangerous Goods, which include items like:

• Perfume
• Nail Polish
• Hairspray
• Spray-On Sunscreen or Tanning
• Lithium-ion Batteries (in some cases)

Please Note: We cannot ship Dangerous Goods, including Lithium Batteries, from our UK facility. Please do not send these items to this facility until further notice. 

What Items Considered Dangerous Goods in Shipping?

Hazardous Materials for Transportation, or "Dangerous Goods," are products and substances that can harm people, property, and the environment while transported. While you might think of a grill with a sizeable flammable tank as dangerous, many everyday household products also fall under this category. 

Due to their ingredients, seemingly harmless everyday consumer products can be regulated under transport rules. For example:

• Did you know that nail polish, perfume, hand sanitizer, paint, and shoe polish can all be flammable?
• Or that make-your-own soda products come with pressurized, non-flammable gas?
• And think about all the cell phones and electronic devices powered by lithium batteries. 

Every one of us buys or uses products labeled as Dangerous Goods regularly, and we may not even realize it. While these products are perfectly fine for use in our daily lives, we need to ensure they are shipped safely when moving them around the world.

Special Handling Fees for Dangerous Goods

Shipping Dangerous Goods isn't as straightforward as sending a pair of socks. Special handling is required to ensure your items are safely packaged and labeled for international shipping. Here's what you need to know:

Handling Fee for Dangerous Goods: MyUS charges a handling fee of 8% of the total cost of the Dangerous Goods, with a minimum fee of $29.99 when shipping with DHL or FedEx. This fee applies to uninstalled lithium batteries and other items in the Dangerous Goods category.

Lithium-Ion Batteries: If your lithium-ion battery is installed in the device it powers (like a laptop or smartphone), the handling fee is a flat $8 per shipment. This ensures the battery is properly labeled and packaged to arrive safely at your destination.

Performance-Oriented Packaging: Due to their volume, some dangerous goods, like paint, require special Performance-Oriented Packaging. MyUS offers these specialized boxes for $24 to $50 per box, depending on the item. This extra packaging isn't typically required for smaller items like nail polish or perfume.

Can I Ship Dangerous Goods Internationally?

Yes, many items labeled as hazardous materials can still be shipped abroad. However, these items require specific packaging and labeling to ensure that all the hard-working people who make worldwide transportation possible know the potential hazards.

Since 1997, MyUS has helped people around the world safely and legally ship Dangerous Goods. We know the international laws regarding Dangerous Goods and how to properly identify, classify, pack, label, and handle them.

MyUS Safely Shops Dangerous Materials from the USA to Many Countries

At MyUS, we’re passionate about our members’ satisfaction and want to provide the best service possible. That’s why we take the proper identification, handling, and preparation of your goods for transportation very seriously.

Many freight forwarders and global shipping companies do not offer Dangerous Goods handling services, but MyUS differs. We are the experts in customs laws and shipping hazardous materials. Our staff of trained, certified professionals is dedicated to ensuring your products are delivered safely to your door and that those delivering your products stay safe.

If you're not sure whether you can ship a hazardous item, just ask your MyUS representative. Are you not a member yet? Join today!

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** The ability to ship Dangerous Goods, including lithium-ion batteries and other regulated items, varies by country. The customer is responsible for ensuring that the items they wish to purchase are permitted in the destination country. MyUS cannot be held responsible for rejected items due to import restrictions.