Description: Packaged in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Dongguan, mercury free primary batteries are exported to Malaysia by sea, with flexible FCL shipping. Shenzhen/Guangzhou direct flight to Port Klang takes about 5-9 days by sea and 12-20 days from door to door in Shuangqing. One fixed price all inclusive: ocean freight, customs clearance, Malaysian customs clearance, customs duties, 10% sales tax SST, and delivery. Primary batteries (AA/AAA/9V, etc.) are subject to mandatory certification by SIRIM Malaysia and cannot be cleared for sale without certification. MSDS, transportation identification report, and SIRIM certificate must be prepared; Although alkaline dry batteries do not require UN38.3, shipping companies usually require written approval and appraisal reports before booking. The outer box must be labeled with UN3028 and hazardous material labels, the battery must be independently insulated to prevent short circuits, the packaging must pass a 1.2-meter drop test, and the gross weight of a single item should not exceed 30kg. Brand products must be accompanied by authorization letters, and wooden pallets must be fumigated with IPPC. Double clearance with tax included, delivery throughout Kuala Lumpur, Klang, and Penang.

The first reaction of many shippers when exporting mercury free primary batteries to Malaysia is that "dry batteries are not dangerous goods, just follow the general cargo route". Upon arrival at Port Klang, it was discovered that the goods were often stuck not due to mercury content, but rather because the SIRIM certificate holder was not a local entity in Malaysia, UN3028 was habitually labeled as a Class 9 hazardous material, MSDS was only available in Chinese, and the UN number on the transport identification certificate did not match the actual packaging. These things were not sorted out before the container was loaded, so when the container arrived in Klang, it could only be pressed down. We specialize in exporting battery products from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dongguan to Malaysia, using LCL (Less than Container Load) technology to clear each checkpoint before loading.

1、 Shipping price and delivery time of mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Malaysia by sea

1. Shipping time for mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Malaysia

We are rooted in Guangzhou, Dongguan, and Shenzhen for container loading, and can handle both FCL and LCL shipments. Departing from Yantian in Shenzhen, Nansha in Guangzhou, or Dongguan Port, with a direct flight to Port Klang, the sea voyage takes about 5-9 days. The whole container takes about 12-20 days from door to door (including customs clearance and delivery), and the LCL takes about 15-22 days. The standard time frame for Malaysia's electronic customs clearance system is about 1-3 days, and the inspection rate depends on the category and declaration quality. During the peak season from June to September, cabin availability may be tight, so booking 2-3 weeks in advance is more relaxed.

2. Shipping price of mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Malaysia by sea

The quoted price includes all costs, including sea freight, domestic trailer customs clearance, Malaysian import customs clearance, customs duties, sales tax, and final delivery. It should be calculated clearly before signing the contract and no additional charges will be incurred thereafter.

2、 Tax structure for shipping mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Malaysia: SST 10%, FORM E can reduce tariffs

The import tariffs for mercury free primary batteries (HS 8506) in Malaysia depend on specific sub items and origin. Some products under the China ASEAN Free Trade Area framework can enjoy preferential tax rates or even zero tariffs with the FORM E certificate of origin. In terms of sales and service tax (SST), battery products are subject to a 10% sales tax, calculated based on the CIF value plus customs duty. The comprehensive taxes and fees are based on the actual declared value of the goods and applicable tax rates. During the quotation stage, we will calculate the tariffs and SST together to avoid cost control after arrival at the port.

3、 Customs clearance documents and procedures for shipping mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Malaysia: Four levels of clearance, none of which can be relaxed

Level 1: SIRIM Certification - The holder must be a local entity in Malaysia

SIRIM is the only mandatory certification management agency in Malaysia, and primary batteries (AAA, AAAA, 9V, etc.) are explicitly included in SIRIM's mandatory certification scope. More importantly, the applicant should be a local institution in Malaysia. If the manufacturer does not have a branch in Malaysia, a local Malaysian company must be appointed as the agent, and the certificate holder must also be a registered company in Malaysia. Chinese exporters are unable to hold SIRIM certificates on their own. SIRIM certification has paths such as Type 1b (batch certification) and Type 5 (product certification). Type 5 involves factory audit, which takes at least 2 months. Before shipment, it is necessary to confirm that the certificate covers the product model and the status is valid. Starting from January 1, 2026, batteries without SIRIM certification and designated safety labels are not allowed to be imported or sold in Malaysia.

Level 2: UN3028 is Class 8, not Class 9

Mercury free alkaline primary batteries are usually classified under UN3028, with the correct shipping name being "Battery, Dry, Containing Solid Potassium Hydroxide", and the hazard category being Class 8 (Corrosive Substances), rather than the commonly used Class 9 for lithium batteries. The outer box must be labeled with UN3028 and Class 8 dangerous goods labels. Labeling the wrong category may result in refusal to unload or require rectification at the port. Some shipping companies may accept bookings for non hazardous materials based on MSDS and written approval, but the booking must be based on the shipping company's audit conclusion and cannot assume general cargo handling.

Third level: MSDS and transportation identification certificate - one-to-one correspondence between Chinese and English, UN number, and packaging

A complete MSDS with 16 items in both Chinese and English must be prepared (the 14th item of transportation information must comply with the IMDG code), as well as a cargo transportation condition identification certificate, which must clearly indicate the UN number, hazard category, and packaging category. MSDS、 The product name, model, and UN number on the appraisal certificate, dangerous goods certificate, and customs declaration must be completely consistent with the actual goods. Any inconsistency will result in maritime or customs inspection and seizure of the goods. Brand products must be accompanied by a brand authorization letter, which clearly includes Malaysia in the scope of authorization.

Fourth level: Customs clearance and delivery at the destination port

1. Confirmation of SIRIM certificate with local certificate holder (before shipment): Confirm the model covered by the certificate and have the local agent/importer in place in Malaysia

2. Dangerous goods booking (7-10 days before shipment): Submit DG Form, MSDS, and transportation identification certificate, and have the shipping company confirm whether to accept according to DG or non DG requirements

3. Pre examination of documents (during transportation): MSDS, identification certificate FORM E、 Verify brand authorization letter item by item, confirm UN3028 and Class 8 labels

4. Port clearance (upon arrival): Declaration initiated by Malaysian licensed customs clearance agent (LCA), DOSH verification (if applicable), customs price inspection

5. Tax release: Payment of customs duties and 10% SST on behalf of others

6. End delivery: Delivery throughout Kuala Lumpur, Klang, Penang, and Johor Bahru

Fifth level: Customs clearance documents

Customs clearance document list: original/electronic bill of lading (marked as UN3028 and Class 8), commercial invoice (including model, voltage, mercury content, UN number), packing list, SIRIM certificate, FORM E certificate of origin, MSDS (16 items in Chinese and English), goods transportation condition appraisal certificate, brand authorization letter (if applicable), wooden packaging fumigation certificate (if applicable).

4、 Several easy pitfalls in shipping mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Malaysia by sea

1. SIRIM certificate cannot be held by the exporter. The certificate holder must be a registered company in Malaysia, and Chinese factories can only appear as manufacturers in the documents. The applicant and the certificate holder are two different things, and it is necessary to confirm that the local agent is in place before shipment.

UN3028 labeled as Class 9 is a high-frequency error. The hazard category of dry batteries is Class 8 corrosive substances, and the UN number on the label, MSDS item 14, and identification certificate must be consistent. Incorrect labeling of the category may result in direct jamming at the port.

3. All 16 items in both Chinese and English in MSDS are indispensable. Pure Chinese MSDS is not accepted in the Malaysian customs clearance process, and the 14th item of transportation information must be consistent with the IMDG code.

4. Do not mix dry batteries with lithium batteries. Mixing hazardous materials with different UN numbers may trigger additional isolation and audit requirements. It is recommended to ship them in full containers or single category containers.

5. Prepare all brand authorization letters. Malaysian customs are becoming stricter in enforcing intellectual property protection, and brand batteries must prepare authorization letters, with the scope of authorization clearly including Malaysia.

6. IPPC label for wooden packaging. Solid wood pallets and wooden boxes must undergo ISPM 15 heat treatment and be marked with IPPC. It is recommended to prioritize using plywood fumigation free pallets or plastic pallets.

5、 Shipping packaging requirements for mercury free primary batteries from Shenzhen to Malaysia

1. Packaging requirements

Mercury free primary batteries should be packaged according to UN3028 Class 8 hazardous materials, with the core of preventing short circuits and corrosion leaks. Batteries must be individually packaged to prevent short circuits, electrodes must be protected, and batteries should be separated by non-conductive materials. Each inner packaging must be able to withstand a 1.2-meter drop test in any orientation without any content movement, battery damage, or short circuit. The outer box must be labeled with UN3028 and Class 8 dangerous goods labels, indicating the correct transport name. The gross weight of a single package shall not exceed 30kg. The box shall be filled with sufficient cushioning materials to prevent the goods from shaking inside the box. The box is sealed with the word "Gong" and the tape width is ≥ 5cm. Malaysia has a tropical climate with high temperature and humidity. It is recommended to place desiccants inside the box, and the packaging material should have moisture-proof properties. Wooden packaging requires IPPC heat treatment, and it is recommended to use plywood fumigation free pallets or plastic pallets.

2. Label requirements

Special requirements for labels: SIRIM certification mark and designated safety label (holder information must be traceable); Product body labeling "Mercury Free" and manufacturer information; Origin "Made in China"; Outer box label and specific product name; Fragile item label "FRAGILE".

The threshold for exporting mercury free primary batteries by sea from Shenzhen to Malaysia is concentrated in the certification and documentation process before container loading. We will review SIRIM's local certificate holder, UN3028 Class 8 label, 16 MSDS items in both Chinese and English, and transportation identification certificate one by one before loading the container, so as not to make up for them when the goods arrive in Klang. We follow the container loading process from Guangzhou, Dongguan, and Shenzhen, including sea freight, customs clearance, tax payment, and delivery. You hand over the goods to the domestic warehouse, and we will cover the rest of the way for you.

Shenzhen Andaxun International Logistics Co., Ltd

-Contact phone number: 0755-2968 6566

-Company Address: Xintian Avenue, Fuhai, Bao'an District, Shenzhen

-Main business: International shipping, FBA dedicated line, export of battery products, door-to-door double clearance and tax package

*Mercury free primary batteries exported to Malaysia, HS 8506, SST 10%, holders of FORM E can enjoy preferential tariffs in the China ASEAN Free Trade Area; SIRIM certification is mandatory access, with AAA/AAAA/9V primary batteries under control. The certificate holder must be a registered company in Malaysia, and Chinese manufacturers must designate a local agent. Type 5 certification takes at least 2 months; UN3028 hazard category is Class 8 corrosive substance, not Class 9. The outer box must be labeled with UN3028 and Class 8 labels; 16 MSDS and cargo transportation condition identification documents in both Chinese and English must be prepared, and the 14th item must comply with the IMDG code; The battery must be individually packaged to prevent short circuits, and the inner packaging must pass a 1.2-meter drop test. The gross weight of a single piece should not exceed 30kg. The brand authorization letter must cover Malaysia; Wooden packaging requires IPPC heat treatment labeling, and it is recommended to use plywood fumigation free pallets. It is recommended to book shipping 2-3 weeks in advance during peak season. ）*