[2026 Complete Guide] Shipping electronics from Hong Kong to Taiwan: Can lithium battery products be shipped?

Apr 4
2 min read

You may wonder whether electronic devices containing lithium batteries can be shipped to Taiwan, especially products such as beauty devices, robot vacuum cleaners, and smart gadgets. Because lithium batteries are regulated, shipping such items can be challenging, but there are workable options. This guide covers practical rules and notes for safer shipping to Taiwan.

Lithium batteries and electronics shipping to Taiwan

Lithium battery products are controlled dangerous goods, so they are not always accepted by traditional postal services or some courier options in Hong Kong. However, PotatoShip can help ship selected battery-equipped electronics to Taiwan. Before shipping, it is important to understand the relevant restrictions and regulations.

Common electronics that can be shipped to Taiwan

When shipping electronics to Taiwan, international courier rules must be followed. Through PotatoShip, many electronic items can be shipped, including but not limited to:

Smart devices (for example phones and smartwatches)
Cameras, camcorders, drones, and dashcams
Beauty devices (such as facial tools and hair-removal devices)
Game consoles (Nintendo Switch, PS5, Xbox)
Audio devices (Bluetooth earphones, speakers)
Massage guns, household fans, rice cookers, robot vacuum cleaners

Battery-powered electronics that can be shipped

There are two major types of lithium-battery electronics:

1. Lithium-ion batteries (P.I. 967, rechargeable, built-in, non-removable):

Lithium-ion batteries installed inside electronic products
Common in smart devices, beauty devices, and other rechargeable equipment
Known for high energy density and long lifespan

2. Lithium metal batteries (P.I. 966, removable / not built-in):

Used in non-rechargeable devices such as watches, calculators, and small electronics
Known for high voltage and long storage life
For this category, batteries may need to be removed before shipment

⚠️ Please remember: pure battery products are prohibited from shipment:

Wet batteries (for example automotive batteries)
Power banks (portable charging devices with built-in batteries)
Loose battery cells or standalone batteries
External rechargeable battery packs

Important notes and rules

When shipping electronics, especially products with lithium batteries, please note these key points:

Batteries must be built into the device and non-removable. Do not ship loose batteries.
Battery capacity per device should be below 100Wh (most small electronics meet this requirement).
Use suitable protective packaging to avoid direct contact between batteries and metal objects and reduce short-circuit risk.
The parcel must declare the existence of battery products.