International shipping is fairly easy, if you have the services of a
good international shipping firm at bay. International shipping overseas
however requires that you follow some rules and regulations, specifically the
custom rules that dictate what material and cargo can be shipped. This usually
depends on the destination as well as the origin but some general rules always
apply.
Our team offers you the best cargo and shipping services, making
sure that each of your shipping international assignment sticks to the country
wise rules. There are a few items that can not be shipped normally and thus
special permission as well as permits are required for the same.Here, we bring you a list of items that are not at all appropriate
for international shipping, without special permits and documents-
Jewellery, Valuables and Money (cash)- Even though jewellery is
allowed, it is generally advised that you do not put any money (cash), valuable
or jewellery items in the shipping container. This increases the risk of loss
and theft and thus can cause several disruptions. Without insurance, the items
should not even be parcelled.
Dangerous items- Some items are just not suitable for shipping
because they might pose a threat to the container or the ship itself. Thus,
these items are not generally allowed unless they are kept in protective vaults
that can not be breached. Such items include pressurized gas cans, flammable
liquids, toxic gases or material, etc. No such material that can pose a threat
to the staff or the ship is allowed.
Firearms, ammunition and explosives- Under no circumstances are
explosives allowed in any of the shipping assignments. Firearms and ammunitions
can be internationally shipped, but only after following the due procedure of
the countries involved. Even though the countries involved do give permits, the
procedure takes several days to get completed. Even if licensure is present,
some countries have completely banned commercial shipping of arms and
ammunition.
Plants and seeds along with soil- In order to make sure that no
plant life is harmed and no disease spreading gene is introduced into the crops
of the native country, several countries have already banned the shipping of
live plants along with germinated seeds and soil samples. Unless special
permission has been taken for research and experimental purposes by the
government itself, these items can not be shipped.
Important documents and papers- There are several important
documents and papers that often need to be shipped. However, it is recommended
that international shipping not be used for transporting these important
documents under any circumstance. Even though international shipping is very
sae for any cargo, you should avoid sending documents or important papers through
a container.
Apart from this, it is also advised not to send perishable items for long shipping assignments. For other country specific rules regarding international shipping or international shipping overseas, make sure to contact us and get the full details o the venture before it is too late.
