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Can I send electrical items?

Yes — but batteries are the thing to watch.

Yes, you can ship most electrical items and electronics — laptops, kitchen appliances, TVs, audio gear and the like. The one big consideration is batteries, specifically lithium batteries, which are classed as dangerous goods for air freight.

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Loose lithium batteries can’t go in a standard shipment — including spare power banks and loose cells.
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Devices with built-in batteries must be declared — phones, laptops and similar can often ship as declared dangerous goods; tell us and we’ll advise.

Also check the destination’s voltage and plug standards — UK appliances may need adaptors or may not be compatible. Ask us first about anything with a battery and we’ll tell you how it can travel.

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More on this
Can I ship my laptop and phone? +
Often yes, as declared items — check with us first because of the built-in batteries.
What about power banks and spare batteries? +
Loose lithium batteries and power banks are not permitted in a standard shipment.
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