[chbot] batteries : dangerous goods

[Dan Wallis]

I used to buy batteries online, but NZ Post now refuse to handle them:
https://www.nzpost.co.nz/personal/sending-within-nz/prohibited-restricted-items#prohibited
https://www.nzpost.co.nz/tools/youshop/shopping-with-your-youshop-address/dangerous-prohibited-items

My wife has also been told that lipstick is prohibited
internationally, but that's not listed on their website.
https://www.nzpost.co.nz/search/nzpost?query=lipstick

2017-08-23 10:30 GMT+12:00 Mark Atherton <markaren1 at xtra.co.nz>:
> Several months ago I heard of a new levy for the transportation of Lithium
> batteries.
>
> Most surprised that this applies to 3V CR2025 and associated types; can't
> imagine that they have a very high energy density (?)
>
> Just ordered a replacement battery for our Dyson, and was charged an extra
> $8.50 to cover shipping of this 'hazardous product'.
>
> Anyone have similar experiences - and suggestions about low-cost-carriers
> who might handle these-new-hazrads
>
> -Mark
>
>
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