Postal International Parcel Shipping Guide: What items can be sent and precautions

With the rise of cross-border e-commerce, more and more sellers choose to use international postal parcels to ship goods. Post International Parcel is a courier service suitable for sending international parcels. However, due to different laws, regulations and shipping requirements in different countries, some items are not allowed to be sent. In this article, we will discuss what you can send with Postal International Parcel and what you need to pay attention to.

Items that can be sent

Items that can be sent by postal international parcels include but are not limited to the following categories:

• Everyday wear: clothing, shoes, hats, etc.
• Consumer goods: books, magazines, audio-visual products, electronic products, etc.
• Daily necessities: toys, gifts, handicrafts, etc.
• Pharmaceutical supplies: medicines, medical devices, etc.
• Food products: food, beverages, etc.
• Small household items: such as stationery, etc.

In the case of China Post International Parcel, items allowed to be sent also include stationery, books, clothing, footwear, towels, small household appliances, electronic products, etc.

Prohibited items

Some items are prohibited from being sent, including but not limited to:

• Inflammable, explosive, toxic and harmful items, such as gunpowder, gas, fireworks, drugs, etc.
• Items with military purposes, such as weapons, ammunition, explosives, military equipment, etc.
• Contraband and controlled items, such as gambling tools, imitation guns, laser pointers, etc.
• Animals, plants and their products, such as meat, eggs, dairy products, ivory products, etc.
• Items involving intellectual property rights, such as pirated goods, copyright-infringing goods, etc.
• Other items that are prohibited from being sent, such as human organs, ashes, cash, securities, etc.

Under China Post’s international parcel regulations, prohibited items include flammable, explosive, drugs, weapons, dangerous chemicals, animals, plants and their products, etc.

Shipment of special items

There are some special items that require special attention:

• Battery and Electronic Equipment: Batteries and electronic equipment may be subject to International Aviation Safety Agreement (ICAO) restrictions. Some countries may require that batteries and electronic devices must be transported by specialized means and must meet specific standards and regulations. In addition, some electronic devices may require specific certifications, such as Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification. Therefore, when shipping batteries and electronic devices, be sure to carefully check the regulations of your destination country.
• Liquids: The carriage of liquids may be subject to International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) restrictions. When sending liquid items, there are often specific regulations that need to be followed, such as capacity limits, packaging requirements, etc.
• Special Materials: Some special materials, such as chemicals, radioactive materials, etc., may require special licenses and certifications before they can be legally transported and sent.

Under China Post International Parcel regulations, when sending liquid items, the volume should not exceed 100ml and leak-proof packaging must be used. When sending cosmetics, you must use the original packaging, and indicate the product name, brand, model and other detailed information on the outer packaging. When sending food, you must comply with the relevant laws, regulations and customs regulations of the destination country or region, and details such as ingredients, production date, shelf life, etc. must be marked on the package.

Other restrictions

In addition to the restrictions on the products and items themselves, there are some other restrictions that need to be noted:

• Import and export restrictions: Some countries may impose restrictions on the import and export of goods. These restrictions may be due to national security, health, environmental protection and other considerations, such as restricting the export of certain goods or restricting the import of certain goods. When choosing an item to send, be sure to check the regulations of the destination country.
• Duties and Taxes: Some countries may impose duties and taxes on imported goods. These taxes can make goods more expensive. When choosing to ship items, be sure to understand the tax policies of the destination country.
• Packaging and Labeling: Packaging and labeling of postal international parcels also need to meet certain requirements. For example, packaging must be able to protect the goods from damage and need to comply with the regulations of the destination country. The label must clearly and accurately indicate the recipient’s name, address, zip code and other information.

In short, choosing to use international postal parcels for cross-border e-commerce sales is a convenient, fast and safe way. However, due to different laws, regulations and transportation requirements in different countries, you need to pay attention to the restrictions and special requirements of different commodities. The sender should understand the relevant regulations and precautions of China Post’s international parcels and prepare the package in accordance with these regulations and precautions.