Several goods are prohibited for local transport; some are due to safety, health risks and trade embargoes. We highly recommend that you do not try to ship these goods. If you do, please take into account that you may have to deal with surcharges, delays and even confiscation by the concerning authorities. Please note that the following list applies to all modes of transport.
Should you have any doubts or questions regarding the possibilities of shipping your consignment, please contact us. Our support team will provide you with advice concerning any possible restrictions.
Animal skin and fur
Animal organs and parts
Animal products like Ivory or any ivory products.
Items with a particularly high value such as artworks, antiques, precious stones, gold and silver
Money / Keys / Transferable securities / Payment
Dangerous and Hazardous Goods
Fireworks
Fire extinguishers
Fluids such as adhesives and paint
Weapons such as Firearms, Swords, Knives
Live animals
Perishable goods including plants and seeds
Tobacco and tobacco products / Drugs / Medications / Alcohol
Pornographic material
Acids
Aerosol Cans
Ammunition
Batteries
Bleaching Powder
Chlorine
Corrosive Agents
Detergents
Dry Ice
Explosives
Fertiliser
Fire Lighters
Fireworks
Flammable Material
Gas Cylinders
Grenades
Instruments Containing Mercury
Lighter Fuel
Magnetised Material
Matches
Paint
Pesticides
Poisons
Radioactive Material
Resin
Thermometers
Thinners
With regards to restricted goods, courier partners will only accept limited liability when sending this type of product. When shipping any of the items below, all goods must be packaged according to our packaging policies. Please contact support should you have any queries.
Engines – Generators or components containing oil. Engines weighing less than 35kgs must be packaged with foam padding inside a robust and sturdy carton. Engines over 35kgs need to be packaged with foam padding inside an enclosed wooden crate. ALL OIL MUST BE DRAINED. Should any fluid leak onto other consignments you will be liable for the damage done.
Furniture (except when flat-packed). Furniture must be disassembled and then wrapped in layers of bubble wrap and foam padding inside the flat pack.
We will not ship Glass / Ceramics / Porcelain / Marble / Resin / Stone – or any product containing any of these materials including items like glass showers screens.
Electronics such as Computers / Laptops / Monitors / TFT screens. If possible, the items should be packed in their original packaging and box. If this is not possible, then they must be wrapped in layers of bubble wrap and foam padding inside a strong plain, sturdy box. For your safety ensure than there are no identifying marks on the carton.