Prohibited and Restricted Items
Below is a category-based guide for items that are prohibited or may require specific carriers, packaging, or approvals.
Category overview
Review each category before creating a shipment request. Destination and carrier restrictions may apply.
Agriculture
Farm-grown goods or cultivation materials may be restricted.
- Seeds
- Soil
- Feed
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited on many routes.
- Wine
- Liquor
- Beer
Animals
Live animals, remains, and biological parts are prohibited.
- Live animals
- Animal tissue
- Fur products
Art and Antiquities
High-value collectible items may be limited by value and destination.
- Paintings
- Antiques
- Collectibles
Biohazards
Potentially infectious or hazardous biological materials are prohibited.
- Lab samples
- Medical specimens
- Bodily fluids
CBD
Cannabidiol products may be prohibited depending on jurisdiction.
- CBD oil
- CBD capsules
- Cannabis derivatives
Cell Phone
Phones may require special packaging and carrier restrictions.
- Smartphones
- Mobile phones
- Phone packs
Chemicals
Raw or hazardous chemicals require MSDS-based validation.
- Adhesives
- Peroxide
- Disinfectants
Corrosive
Corrosive substances are prohibited or tightly regulated.
- Sulfuric acid
- Lye
- Battery fluid
Counterfeit
Counterfeit goods are prohibited by law.
- Knock-offs
- Pirated goods
- Imitation brands
Drug Contraband
Illegal drugs and related contraband are prohibited.
- Narcotics
- Drug devices
- Marijuana products
E-cigarettes
Vaping devices may be restricted by carrier/country.
- E-cigarettes
- Vape devices
- Parts
E-Juice
Vape liquids are commonly restricted.
- E-liquid
- Nicotine liquid
- Refill pods
ECCN Regulated
Export-controlled items may require licenses.
- Aerospace parts
- Aircraft parts
- Sensitive electronics
Electronics
Certain electronic items face route-based restrictions.
- Specialized devices
- Sim cards
- Signal equipment
Electronics: hidden cameras
Hidden surveillance devices may be prohibited.
- Hidden cameras
- Spy devices
- Surveillance tools
Engines
Combustion engines are often non-shippable.
- Gas engines
- Motor blocks
- Engine assemblies
Explosives
Explosive items and related components are prohibited.
- Fireworks
- Ammunition
- Detonators
Firearms
Weapons and weapon-related items are prohibited on standard routes.
- Gun parts
- Scopes
- Replica firearms
Flammable / Combustible
Highly flammable products require dangerous goods compliance.
- Fuel
- Lighters
- Paint thinner
Foodstuff
Food products can be quantity- and carrier-limited.
- Supplements
- Pet food
- Non-perishable food
Dangerous Goods
DOT-regulated dangerous goods are restricted.
- Fire extinguishers
- Chemical strippers
- Bleach
Human Remains
Human remains and ashes are prohibited in this service scope.
- Ashes
- Remains
- Related containers
Jewelry
Jewelry may be value-capped and country-restricted.
- Precious metal jewelry
- Watches
- Gemstone items
Knives
Bladed tools may be allowed only on selected carriers with documents.
- Kitchen knives
- Utility blades
- Outdoor knives
Letters/Documents
Certain routes do not support document-only shipments.
- Letters
- Cards
- Official documents
Means of Payment
Currency and payment instruments are prohibited.
- Cash
- Checks
- Lottery tickets
Medical Devices
Medical items may require regulatory clearance.
- Prescription devices
- Dental equipment
- Diagnostic tools
Nutritional Supplements
Supplements can have quantity limits per parcel.
- Vitamins
- Protein products
- Herbal supplements
Paint
Many paints are flammable and restricted.
- Spray paint
- Printing ink
- Paint thinner
Perfume/Cologne
Fragrance liquids may require specific carrier handling.
- Perfume
- Cologne
- Aromatic sprays
Poison
Toxic substances are prohibited.
- Rat poison
- Toxic compounds
- Class 6 items
Political
Political media may be restricted by destination country.
- Books
- Pamphlets
- Video media
Pornography
Explicit adult material may be legally restricted.
- Magazines
- Videos
- Printed material
Prescription Drugs
Prescription pharmaceuticals are prohibited unless explicitly approved by law and route.
- Prescription meds
- Steroids
- Restricted pharmaceuticals
Radioactive Material
Radioactive goods are prohibited.
- Medical isotopes
- Radiological sources
- Special gauges
Stamps
Unused postage and similar monetary stamp items may be restricted.
- Unused postage
- Collectible stamps
- Postal sheets
Valuables
High-value tradables may require special handling or can be blocked.
- Luxury watches
- Rare items
- High-value accessories
Health Supplements
Health supplements can be limited by quantity and destination rules.
- Health boosters
- Diet supplements
- Vitamin packs
Wood Products
Unprocessed wood items may face phytosanitary restrictions.
- Raw wood
- Untreated timber
- Wood-based materials
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