1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Pacific Battery Company website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services.

2. Description of Services

Pacific Battery Company provides sourcing, engineering, and consulting services for lithium battery products manufactured in China. We serve as a U.S.-based partner between customers and Chinese battery manufacturers, offering technical guidance, quality assurance, logistics coordination, and ongoing support.

3. Use of Website

You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You may not:

• Use the website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Scrape, mine, or extract data from our website without permission
• Impersonate Pacific Battery Company or misrepresent your affiliation with us

4. Product Information and Specifications

While we strive to provide accurate product information and specifications on our website, specifications may change, and final product details will be confirmed during the quotation and ordering process. All product specifications are subject to verification and may vary based on manufacturing batches and factory capabilities.

5. Quotations and Orders

Quotations provided by Pacific Battery Company are valid for the period specified in the quotation. Pricing, availability, and lead times are subject to change based on factory conditions, material costs, and other factors. Final terms will be established in a formal purchase agreement or contract.

6. Payment Terms

Payment terms will be specified in individual purchase agreements. Standard terms typically include:

• Deposit payment upon order confirmation (typically 30-50%)
• Balance payment before shipment or against shipping documents
• Payment methods: Wire transfer, letter of credit, or other agreed methods

7. Quality Assurance and Warranties

Pacific Battery Company works with vetted manufacturing partners and provides quality oversight throughout the production process. However, product warranties are provided by the manufacturing factories and will be specified in purchase agreements. Pacific Battery Company facilitates warranty claims but does not directly warrant products manufactured by third parties.

8. Shipping and Delivery

Shipping terms (Incoterms) will be specified in purchase agreements. Lead times are estimates and may be affected by production schedules, customs clearance, transportation availability, and other factors beyond our control. Title and risk of loss transfer according to the agreed Incoterms.

9. Compliance and Certifications

While we assist with navigating certification requirements (UL, IEC, UN38.3, DOT, etc.), customers are ultimately responsible for ensuring products meet all applicable regulations for their intended use and jurisdiction. We provide guidance and coordinate with testing laboratories, but cannot guarantee certification outcomes.

10. Intellectual Property

All content on the Pacific Battery Company website, including text, graphics, logos, and design elements, is the property of Current State, LLC (d/b/a Pacific Battery Company) or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, or distribute our content without written permission.

11. Limitation of Liability

Pacific Battery Company acts as a sourcing partner and technical consultant. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for:

• Manufacturing defects in products produced by third-party factories
• Delays or failures in production, shipping, or delivery beyond our reasonable control
• Consequential, indirect, incidental, or punitive damages
• Losses arising from force majeure events

Our total liability in connection with any order shall not exceed the fees paid to Pacific Battery Company for that specific order.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Pacific Battery Company from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our services, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of third parties.

13. Confidentiality

Both parties agree to maintain confidentiality of proprietary information shared during the course of business discussions and transactions. This includes technical specifications, pricing information, and business strategies.

14. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or our services shall first be addressed through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails, disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall take place in California, United States, and be conducted in English.

15. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

16. Export Control and Sanctions

Customers must comply with all applicable export control laws and sanctions regulations. Pacific Battery Company reserves the right to refuse service to entities or individuals subject to trade restrictions or sanctions.

17. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated through our website or directly to active customers. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

19. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Pacific Battery Company
Email: solutions@pacific-battery.com
Phone: +1 (818) 252-9648