Is it true that lithium batteries not installed in equipment can be mailed to international destinations including APO/FPO/DPO?

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only to military addresses
• D. Only within the United States

Answer: (B)

Lithium batteries that are not installed in equipment present specific shipping challenges due to their potential fire hazard, especially when being transported through air. According to USPS guidelines, lithium batteries must meet specific packing requirements to ensure they can be shipped safely.

In the case of international shipments, including military addresses such as APO (Army Post Office), FPO (Fleet Post Office), and DPO (Diplomatic Post Office), the regulations are particularly strict. Uninstalled lithium batteries are generally prohibited from being sent internationally unless they comply with certain packing and size limits, which often only allow specific types of batteries, such as those in devices or conforming to special criteria.

Hence, stating that lithium batteries not installed in equipment can be mailed to international destinations, including these military addresses, is incorrect. The stringent restrictions on uninstalled lithium batteries make it essential to adhere to the safety protocols outlined by USPS, thereby confirming that the correct answer is that these batteries cannot be mailed internationally under standard conditions.