Prohibited Item

Prohibited Items:

Certain items are strictly prohibited for shipping through EuropaForwards. Prior approval by email required before ordering online products reaching our warehouse.

These include:

• Explosive, toxic, or highly combustible materials such as loose Lithium batteries, engine oil, and fuel.

• Electronics and lithium batteries within or built into devices that may be classified as dangerous goods in certain countries.

• Fireworks and materials requiring special handling or with particular temperature- or pressure-sensitive properties.

• Environmentally hazardous and radioactive materials.

• Weapons, weapon components, ammunition or objects that pose a risk of injury or infection.

• Products intended for military use, such as sonar systems, laser equipment, or aircraft parts.

• Animal carcasses or live animals.

• Cash money and other monetary values, which include domestic and foreign currency notes includes things such as old currency, lottery ticket and related items.cash.

• Telephone cards, including SIM cards, that are contractual-bound or pre-paid.

• Verification letters, such as those for Google AdSense or betting offices.

• Unapproved medications, drugs, or infectious substances.

• Alcohol, except within the European Union (additional restrictions may apply).

• Equities, securities, and similar documents (e.g., credit cards, bank notes, letters from banks).

• Shipments to PO Box addresses, Post Office Addresses, or Poste Restante,parcels addressed to post office box numbers. unless otherwise agreed.

• corpses or human remains.

• works of art, items of significant scientific, cultural and artistic value as well as philatelic and numismatic collections, items of collector’s value.
• metals and precious stones. unless otherwise agreed.
• jewelry and watches. unless otherwise agreed.
• license plates.
• passports. unless otherwise agreed.
• fur and leather. unless otherwise agreed.
• bulletproof vests. unless otherwise agreed.
• seat belt tensioners. unless otherwise agreed.
• airbags. unless otherwise agreed.
• alcohol and alcoholic beverages. unless otherwise agreed.
• tobacco and cigarettes.
• radioactive materials.
• flammable materials.
• shipment damaged or incomplete when accepted for transport.

• vouchers, checks, bills of exchange, other documents replacing cash in circulation, securities.

• media containing sentimental value, e.g. diaries and other documents of emotional.
• sentimental or collector’s value.
• food, perishable items, goods requiring controlled temperature or other special transport conditions.
• medicinal products within the meaning of the Pharmaceutical Law, components for the production of medicinal products, drugs and psychotropic and hallucinogenic substances, except for those sent for scientific and research purposes by institutions authorized under separate legal provisions, subject to the Carrier’s consent to provide such a service, not applies to products intended for sale outside pharmacies.
• items for which excise stamps are required.
• items transported under customs seal.
• resettlement property.
• human organs, body fluids and products of human metabolism.
• car parts and accessories such as: batteries, fuels, oils, greases.
• complex furniture such as: beds, sofas, sofas, armchairs, etc. unless otherwise agreed.

• bathtubs, sinks, shower cabins, tiles, ceramics. unless otherwise agreed.

• windows, mirrors, countertops, showcases, lamps, chandeliers, glass goods, goods with glass elements, glass packaging, aquariums. unless otherwise agreed.
• surfboards, kayaks, stiff sails, masts. unless otherwise agreed.
• goals, billiard tables, ping-pong tables, air hockey tables and foosball tables. unless otherwise agreed.
• treadmills and multi-gyms, exercise bikes. unless otherwise agreed.
• refrigerated counters. unless otherwise agreed.
• ladders. unless otherwise agreed.
• plants, animals – including live fishing bait.
• safes, strongboxes. unless otherwise agreed.
• gates, fences, grates. unless otherwise agreed.

• household appliances such as washing machine, refrigerator, etc. unless otherwise agreed.

• building elements such as: concrete, pavement, bricks, blocks, granite, marble, stone, gutters, ceilings, aggregates and other loose elements, including those packed in bags, frames, doors, shutters, windows, construction joinery elements. unless otherwise agreed.

• glue and paints in plastic buckets. unless otherwise agreed.
• offset plates. unless otherwise agreed.
• other items whose properties may pose a threat to people or expose other shipments to destruction, damage, dirt, etc., or items requiring special conditions during their movement or storage or the use of means of transport not at the Carrier’s disposal
• in the domestic transport of items of strategic importance specified in the Act of November 29, 2000 on foreign trade in goods and technologies of strategic importance for state security and for maintaining international peace and security and amending certain acts (Journal of Laws No. 119, item 1250, as amended).
• shipments whose condition is defective or the packaging is insufficient or does not have the required packaging.
• shipments whose transport is prohibited under separate regulations, which due to their size, weight or other properties or due to the Carrier’s equipment or road conditions of a given mode of transport are not suitable for transport by means of transport.

• dangerous goods within the meaning of separate regulations, unless they have been approved for transport under special conditions.

Specific Items Restrictions:

To provide clarity on specific restricted items, we have compiled additional guidelines. These include:

• Mobile Phones and Technical Devices with Lithium-Ion Batteries:

  EuropaForwards can ship technical devices containing lithium-ion batteries with certain partners in specific countries. However, these batteries are classified as Dangerous Goods, and special declarations must be made.

  In recent times, concerns have arisen regarding the safety of lithium batteries, with reports of some batteries catching fire. To mitigate these risks, new regulations have been implemented to restrict the shipment of specific types of lithium batteries classified as “Dangerous Goods.” While not all lithium batteries are affected by these regulations, it is crucial to carefully review product specifications to ensure compliance with the restrictions outlined below.

  Lithium-Ion Batteries:

  For lithium-ion batteries, those with a capacity exceeding 2.7 Wh but less than 100 Wh per battery and packaged with more than two batteries in a single box, or with more than eight cells per package, are subject to shipment restrictions.

  Loose Lithium-Ion Batteries:

  Power banks, battery packs, cell phone batteries, and laptop batteries are now classified as hazardous and regulated for shipping

  Lithium-Ion Batteries with Equipment:

  When shipping a laptop with a battery outside of it, it is permissible as long as the battery capacity does not exceed 100 Wh and is packaged together with the equipment.

  Camera and Camera Battery:

  For camera shipments, only one new battery can be included per shipment, provided it is accompanied by equipment.

  Lithium-Ion Batteries Inside Equipment:

  Batteries integrated within devices such as iPhones, iPads, Kindles, and Nooks are considered safe for shipping.

  Lithium-Metal Batteries:

  While not explicitly mentioned in the provided data, it is important to note that lithium-metal batteries, which have a different chemical composition than lithium-ion batteries, often have more stringent shipping regulations due to their higher risk of fire or explosion.

  To comply with the regulations, it is crucial to note that, aside from specific shipping restrictions, a special declaration must be made, and EuropaForwards will handle this process. For more detailed information, it is advisable to refer to the guidelines provided by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

  Please contact us on info@europaforwards for further details.

• Alcohol:

  Shipping alcohol has limitations depending on the destination. Within Europe, we can ship alcohol please get a written conformation from us before you send/purchase online the alcohol to our warehouse. However, in Muslim countries, alcohol shipment is prohibited. In other countries, restrictions include a maximum alcohol content of 40% and a maximum volume of 5 liters per bottle. Recipients may also be required to possess an alcohol-import license. Prior to shipping alcohol, please check with your customs authorities for import regulations. Please contact us with the details of the alcohol you wish to forward, and we will review your specific case. we can ship them via DHL Express with additional costs. To proceed, we require the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) for the perfume. Please provide the details of the perfume you wish to forward, and we will assess your individual case.

  Please mind, that we exclude liability for particularly fragile goods which require a special treatment or have to only be transported upright or on one side. . Please provide to EuropaForwards details of the alcohol you wish to forward and we will check your individual case: info@europaforwards.com    

• Dangerous Material:

  We do not accept explosive, toxic, or highly combustible materials. This includes loose lithium batteries, engine oil, and fuel. These substances are classified as dangerous goods and are restricted for shipment.

  Fireworks and Temperature-Sensitive Materials: Items such as fireworks or materials that require special handling due to temperature or pressure sensitivity cannot be shipped through our services.

• Environmentally Hazardous and Radioactive Materials: 

  We strictly prohibit the shipment of environmentally hazardous or radioactive materials, as they pose significant risks to transportation safety.

• Weapons and Military-Use Products: 

  We do not ship weapons, weapon components, or any objects that could potentially injure or infect individuals. Similarly, products intended for military use, including sonar systems, laser devices, or aircraft parts, are not eligible for shipment.

• Animal Carcasses or Live Animals:

   EuropaForwards does not accept the shipment of animal carcasses, live animals, or furs.

• Illegal Drugs and Narcotics: 

  We strictly adhere to international regulations, and therefore, we do not ship illegal drugs, narcotics, unapproved medications, or infectious substances.

• Licensing Rights: 

  Items prohibited or restricted by licensing rights or organizations such as ICAO, IATA, or governmental regulations cannot be shipped through our services.

• Equities and Verification Letters:

  We do not ship equities, securities, or similar documents. Additionally, items like telephone cards or verification letters for services such as Google AdSense or betting offices are also prohibited.

• PO Boxes: 

  We do not ship to Post Office Addresses, PO Boxes, or Poste Restante unless otherwise agreed

  upon.

  It is important to note that the list above provides a general overview of prohibited items. For a comprehensive and up-to-date list, please refer to our Terms of Trade or contact our customer services team for further information.

  At EuropaForwards, we prioritize safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction. We highly recommend engaging in written communication with our company before utilizing our services to avoid any miscommunication. While we strive to provide a reliable shipping experience, we cannot be held responsible for loss, damage, or misplaced items that are beyond our control.                                                                                                                                              

  https://www.iata.org/contentassets/05e6d8742b0047259bf3a700bc9d42b9/lithium-battery-guidance-document.pdf                                                                                                                                            

• For any inquiries or assistance regarding specific items, please reach out to our customer services team at info@europaforwards.com.