Prohibited items

Prohibited items

Prohibited items are goods forbidden by law or regulations from being transported, imported, or brought into specific areas, primarily for safety, security, or environmental reasons. Common examples include explosives, flammable substances, hazardous chemicals, illegal drugs, and certain weapons. Prohibited items are liable to forfeiture by customs, with potential penalties for possession.

Key Categories of Prohibited Items

1. Explosives & Flammables: Fireworks, ammunition, fireworks, gasoline, lighters, lighter fuel, aerosol paint cans, and propane tanks.
2. Weapons & Replicas: Guns, knives, martial arts weapons, replica weapons, or toy guns that look authentic.
3. Hazardous Materials: Radioactive materials, toxic substances (pesticides, poisons), infectious substances (bacteria, viruses), and strong acids/corrosives.
4. Illegal Substances: Illegal narcotics, psychotropic substances, and contraband.
5. Miscellaneous: Certain lithium batteries, magnetic materials, ivory, and specific aerosols. 

Context-Specific Restrictions

1. Travel (Air/Rail): Liquids exceeding limitations, large batteries, and personal safety devices like pepper spray are often banned.
2. Shipping (Mail/Courier): Ivory, marijuana (including CBD), hazardous waste, and dry ice are commonly prohibited in shipping.
3. Customs (Importation): Dangerous toys, specific plant/animal products, and products failing safety standards. 

It is highly recommended to check specific carrier (e.g., UPS, FedEx, DHL, Local Post Office, Independent carrier, airlines) or country-specific customs guidelines before transporting or shipping items, as regulations can change.