Packages re-routed via Netherlands

[BIGWOOD]

Is it a norm for us to see Chinese vendors shipping their products via Netherlands these days? Does this have something to do with lithium batteries?

I ordered a few things in January. None of them were batteries. Bought a DEFOE 5 tactical backpack and a car DVR camera both from Aliexpress. I also picked up an Opus charger from Gearbest which I regretted as soon as I received the paypal charge. 16 days later, I see that they just rerouted through Netherlands.

[Werner]

I had this also on a useless box I ordered from DX? It’s weird.
The tracking never worked too, but it arrived faster than expected(maybe because my country is next to netherland)

Thanks for ordering from DX.com.

We’re writing to inform you that the package RI21018CN from your order has failed to pass the airline security check as it contains lithium batteries/knives or products that contain liquid which are now under extra scrutiny in world air cargo services.

We therefore have switched it to another delivery channel to ensure the order is sent to you as soon as possible.

Here is the new package tracking number RS201582NL.

We will follow the package and strive to make sure the items reach you smoothly and safely.

Your understanding and patience are highly appreciated.

Should you have any questions please feel free to contact us via Live chat or Customer Service Ticket.

Your sincerely,

[Old-Lumens]

Yes, it's because of batteries and supposedly, they get through, but sellers then just switch to that service instead of having to use a bunch of different ones. GB is bad for that. They switched and now it takes over a month to get anything from them. I try not to order overseas if at all possible any more.

[BIGWOOD]

Thanks guys. Sometimes I feel like I'm the only one getting picked on by the shipping fairies. I think I'm going to stop buying for a while. PayPal charged me 1.275 on the conversion. The Opus charger cost me over CAD50!