Before you start shipping hazmat items, you need to go through special training with your shipping carrier. You can attend a public seminar or arrange for an in-house seminar, depending on what your carrier offers.<\/span><\/p>\n The seminar will cover all the information you\u2019ll need to know about paperwork, packing materials, labels, and more. You are required to have this certification renewed every three years.<\/span><\/p>\n FedEx\u2019s guide for how to ship hazardous materials<\/span><\/a> is the most straightforward and can give you a basic idea of the steps. You can read more about <\/span>UPS\u2019s rules for hazmat shipping here<\/span><\/a>\u00a0and <\/span>USPS shipping standards here<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n Don\u2019t be afraid to talk with your shipping carrier before you start fulfilling online parts orders if you forgot something covered during the seminar. Not adhering to these rules can lead to huge fines and legal trouble for your dealership, so calling your shipping provider is a good way to ensure you don\u2019t miss any steps.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ header_2_font_size=”34px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n There\u2019s an added cost for hazmat shipping. Each carrier will have different fees for different types of hazmat items. You can decide how much of this fee to pass on to your customers and how much you\u2019ll pay yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n Remember, a lower price will attract more customers, so you will want to take this into consideration when pricing your part. At the same time, waiving the fee altogether will cut into your profits.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Test different pricing options to see what sells best. Once you\u2019ve found the sweet spot for corresponding hazmat items, you can better structure your pricing model moving forward. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ header_2_font_size=”34px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Hazmat shipping is not necessary for in-store shopping, so many customers won\u2019t understand why they have to pay an extra charge\u2014especially something as hefty as a $40 fee. This might make you hesitant to tell your customers and instead bake it into the normal shipping price.<\/span><\/p>\n Hiding the fee isn\u2019t the answer. Be open with your customers and inform them why hazmat shipping is necessary. Once they see the potential risks of unprotected shipping for hazardous items, they\u2019ll appreciate your commitment to safety.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ header_2_font_size=”34px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Dealerships using RevolutionParts don\u2019t have to worry. We\u2019ve marked all the hazmat items in your catalog so you know what they are. All you have to do is go to the \u201cProduct\u201d tab at the top of your RevolutionParts dashboard and then click on \u201cHAZMAT.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n If your eCommerce provider doesn\u2019t flag hazmat parts, you run the risk of shipping a hazmat item in normal packaging, which puts your dealership at legal risk. Familiarize yourself with which auto parts are considered hazardous materials so you aren\u2019t caught off guard.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ header_2_font_size=”34px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ header_2_font_size=”34px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”|||43px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” header_4_font_size=”24px” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n \u200b\u200bDetermine the correct classification of the hazardous material you are shipping. Hazmat materials are classified into different categories based on their properties, and each category has specific shipping requirements. Below are the 9 classifications of hazmat materials.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.revolutionparts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hazmat-classes-e1680134938133.png” title_text=”hazmat-classes” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″ header_2_font_size=”34px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]<\/p>\n Your shipping provider may be able to provide relevant information specific to auto parts during your required certification training, so don\u2019t hesitate to ask.<\/span><\/p>\n Safety comes first, but it shouldn\u2019t put limits on your profitability. With the right knowledge, proper communication, and an eCommerce provider you can count on, hazmat shipping can be a selling point of security that your customers can count on.<\/span><\/p>\n Whether you are shipping hazmat parts or non-hazardous parts, you can implement strategies that will allow you to profit from shipping. Download the free guide, <\/span>How to Profit Off Shipping OEM Parts<\/b><\/a>, to learn more ways you can turn a profit from a high-quality shipping and fulfillment strategy.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.revolutionparts.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/profit-off-shipping-oem-parts-banner-ad.png” title_text=”profit-off-shipping-oem-parts-banner-ad” url=”https:\/\/www.revolutionparts.com\/ebook\/how-to-profit-off-shipping-oem-parts\/?utm_medium=revparts&utm_source=mkt:%20blog&utm_campaign=improving-operations&utm_content=how-to-ship-hazmat-auto-parts” url_new_window=”on” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Certain car parts, such as batteries, airbags, and seatbelt pretensioners need to be shipped with special care in order to ensure that they arrive safely\u2014they require something called \u201chazmat shipping.\u201d Hazmat shipping is not something your dealership should take lightly. If you fail to meet hazmat standards, you could face serious financial and legal risks, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":61604,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":" Certain car parts, such as batteries, airbags, and seatbelt pre-tensioners need to be shipped with special care in order to ensure that they arrive safely\u2014they require something called \u201chazmat shipping.\u201d<\/p> Hazmat shipping is not something your dealership should take lightly. If you fail to meet hazmat standards, you could face serious financial and legal risks, not to mention putting someone\u2019s health at stake. It\u2019s your responsibility to inform your customers and ship these items properly.<\/p> That said, it\u2019s no surprise that many dealerships choose to avoid selling these parts online completely to avoid extra complication. However, there are customers looking to buy these parts online, so it\u2019s still an opportunity for sales if your Parts Department doesn\u2019t mind dealing with an extra step.<\/p> <\/p> Without the proper certification, your dealership could be fined up to $10,000! Even minor errors in your paperwork or packaging can delay shipment speed and upset your customers (not to mention that mistakes could cause public safety issues!).<\/p> Before you start shipping hazmat items, you need to go through special training with your shipping carrier. You can attend a public seminar or arrange for an in-house seminar, depending on what your carrier offers.<\/p> The seminar will cover all the information you\u2019ll need to know about paperwork, packing materials, labels, and more. You will have to have this certification renewed every three years.<\/p> FedEx\u2019s guide for how to ship hazardous materials<\/a> is the most straightforward and can give you a basic idea of the steps. You can read more about UPS\u2019s rules for hazmat shipping here<\/a>, and USPS here<\/a>.<\/p> Don\u2019t be afraid to talk with your shipping carrier before shipping if you forgot something covered during the seminar. Not adhering to the rules can lead to huge fines and legal trouble for your dealership, so calling your shipping provider is a good way to make sure you don\u2019t miss any steps.<\/p> Are you working with the right\u00a0eCommerce solution<\/a>\u2014one that can make handling hazmat parts a bit\u00a0easier? Dealerships using RevolutionParts don\u2019t have to worry. We\u2019ve marked all the hazmat items in your catalog so you know what they are. You can also set a surcharge per item for hazardous shipping which will automatically update in your customer\u2019s shipping price.<\/p> If your eCommerce provider doesn\u2019t flag hazmat parts, you run the risk of shipping off a hazmat item in normal packaging, which puts your dealership at legal risk. Familiarize yourself with which auto parts are considered hazardous materials so you aren\u2019t caught off guard.<\/p> This helpful infographic<\/a> lists some of the hazmat items commonly found in vehicles. Your shipping provider may be able to provide information specific to auto parts during your required certification training, so don\u2019t hesitate to ask.<\/p> There\u2019s an added cost for hazmat shipping, of course. Typically, the fee is about $30 per hazmat package for standard carriers like FedEx and UPS Ground. You can decide how much of this fee to pass on to your customers, and how much you\u2019ll pay yourself.<\/p> On average, our dealers set their surcharge between $25 and $45. Remember, a lower price will attract more customers. At the same time, you don't want to lose money to shipping costs<\/a>. Waiving the fee altogether will cut into your profits. Test different numbers to see what sells best.<\/p> Hazmat shipping is not a problem\u00a0for in-store shopping, so many customers won\u2019t know what it is or understand why they have to pay an extra charge\u2014especially something as hefty as a $40 fee. This might make you hesitate to tell your customers and instead just bake it into the normal shipping price.<\/p> But hiding the fee isn\u2019t the answer, because if the customer finds out, they'll probably be upset that you were dishonest\u2014it's not the best way to build customer trust<\/a>. Just be open with your customers and inform them why hazmat shipping is necessary. Once they understand\u00a0the potential risks of unprotected shipping for hazardous items, they\u2019ll appreciate your commitment to safety.<\/p> Safety comes first, but it shouldn\u2019t have to limit your profit margin. With knowledge, proper communication, and an eCommerce provider you can count on, hazmat shipping can be a selling point of security\u2014not danger\u2014that your customers can count on.<\/p>Step #2. Set Your Pricing Strategy<\/h2>\n
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Common Hazmat Items Found In Vehicles<\/h2>\n
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9 Classes of Hazmat Materials<\/b><\/h4>\n
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Step 3: Decide how to price it.<\/strong><\/h2>
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