Hybrid battery pack materials in Germany

When I performed a search of NiMH modules for a 2006 prius, I was surprised that I could not find parts in Germany to minimize shipping and customs costs. I was also surprised that there wasn't any one from Germany that would have a suggestion or has gone through the experience. Also, there are many parts associated with the hybrid battery pack. So, if there was damage or a part became damaged during the repair, then the person would be out of luck unless the damage can be repaired easily. So, what has been the experience in this area? I am assuming that there are more hybrids on the road and certainly there are some encounters in this area.

 

I was looking for the battery module. Could not get part from Germany. Found part in the UK.

 

I know of a mechanic that had anxiety about the battery. I was going to show him the battery module and tell him that even I did the battery work. My second thought is to give the module to the neighbor who operates a junk yard.

 

I will be talking to him when I get the oil change. Meanwhile, the junk yard person has no hybrid and does not deal with batteries.

 

Thanks. Going to give the module to my mechanic. Also, what temperature below should the battery be? Would this be a cause of early life failure?

 

I picked up the car in 2015 with low miles and not fully aware of the hybrid battery. Then came Covid-19 and not much driving except for essentials. Now, driving more and paying attention to liters/100km. The car is mostly driven within the city and local highway. Also, the car is garaged.