Prohibited goods - items you can't send through the post (2024)

Aerosols for toiletry or medicinal purposes (including deodorants, body sprays, hair sprays, shaving and hair removal creams and medicinal aerosols for prevention or cure such as flea sprays). - for Asthma inhalers see Prescription medicines

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Allowed in the mail, seerestrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Valves must be protected by a cap or other suitable means to prevent inadvertent release of the contents during transport.
  • Volume per item must not exceed 500ml.
  • No more than two items in any one parcel.
  • Aerosols must be tightly packed in strong outer packaging and must be secured or cushioned to prevent any damage.
  • An ID8000 label must be applied (see an example of an ID8000 label).
  • The sender's name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.
  • These items must be presented at and can only be sent via a Post Office® counter.

Aerosols for any other purpose (including spray paints, lacquers, solvents, air fresheners, oven cleaners, etc)

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

Alcoholic beverages and liquids containing more than 70% alcohol by volume (ABV)

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

Alcoholic beverages and liquids containing more than 24% but not more than 70% alcohol by volume (ABV) (e.g. gin, rum, vodka, whisky)

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Allowed in the mail, with restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Volume must not exceed 1 litre per item.
  • No more than two items in any one parcel.
  • Wrap in polythene and seal with tape. Surround with absorbent material and cushioning to prevent breakage.
  • Mark as 'FRAGILE' when sending glass bottles.
  • The sender's name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.

Additional general advice: Place in a suitable rigid outer container.

Alcoholic beverages and liquids containing 24% alcohol by volume (ABV) or less (including beer, lager, wine and champagne)

• UK & International - Allowed in the mail, with restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Volume should not exceed 1 litre per item.
  • No more than two items in any one parcel.
  • Wrap in polythene and seal with tape.
  • Surround with absorbent material such as newspaper and sufficient cushioning material to protect each item from breakage.
  • Mark as 'FRAGILE' when sending glass bottles.
  • The sender's name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.

Additional general advice: Place in a suitable rigid outer container.

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail (except when sent as a sample fixed in a resin, plastic or glass matrix)

• Internationaldestinations- Not allowed in the mail
• UK destinations - Not allowed in the mail

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Allowed in the mail, with restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Must be clearly marked on the outer packaging with the words' BALLOONS FILLED WITH NON-FLAMMABLE GAS'.

Additional general advice: Ensure adequate cushioning material and place in a suitable rigid outer container.

Batteries not connected to, not installed or not posted with the equipment / device it is intended to power >>

Alkaline metal, nickel metal hydride (NiMH), nickel cadmium (NiCd), zinc-air and zinc chloride batteries sent without equipment / devices >>
(Including D, C, 9V, AA, AAA and AAAA alkaline batteries)

Batteries - new wet, non-spillable >>
(for example sealed lead acid batteries, absorbed glass mat and gel cell batteries)

Lithium ion / polymer batteries or cells - sent with equipment / devices >>
(for example rechargeable batteries / cells found in portable electronics such as laptops, mobile phones, iPads, camcorders, cordless power tools etc. Includes mains powered battery chargers but excludes battery packs)

Lithium ion / polymer batteries - contained in / connected to equipment / devices >>
(for example rechargeable batteries/cells found in portable electronics such as laptops, mobile phones, iPads, camcorders, cordless power tools etc.)

Lithium metal / alloy batteries or cells - sent with equipment / devices >>
(for example non-rechargeable batteries commonly used in electronic equipment/devices such as cameras, smoke detectors etc.)

Lithium metal / alloy batteries or cells - contained in / connected to equipment / devices >>
(for example non-rechargeable batteries commonly used in electronic equipment/devices such as cameras, smoke detectors etc.)

UN3373 Biological Substances Category B as detailed in the latest edition of the Technical Instructions for Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air published by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Allowed in the mail, with restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • May only be sent by, or at the specific request of, a qualified medical practitioner, registered dental practitioner, veterinary surgeon, registered nurse or a recognised laboratory or institution and returned either by Royal Mail Tracked Returns® or Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed Returns®.
  • The total sample volume/mass in any parcel must not exceed 50ml/50g.
  • All biological substances must be posted in packaging that complies with Packaging Instruction 650.
  • The packaging must consist of three components:
    (a) a primary receptacle(s);
    (b) a secondary packaging; and
    (c) a rigid outer packaging
  • The sender’s name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.

UK destinations - see prohibitions, restrictions, and packaging guidelines below.

Prohibited Bladed Items
Hunting/combat/survival type knives, daggers, movie knives that promote violence (such as Rambo or Crocodile Dundee style knives), replica fighting knives, throwing knives, machetes, swords, fantasy knives, knives with images or words that suggest use for violence, stiletto knives, battle axes, open razors/folding razors and any similar items are prohibited and cannot be sent . Also see Weapons

The following are not prohibited and will instead be treated as Restricted Bladed Items, provided the only intended use is one of the permitted uses listed below:

Bladed items that are: commonly used for sporting activities; commonly used for religious ceremonial purposes (must be blunted); sgian dubhs (must be blunted and for ornamental purposes); being sent to a recognised museum; commonly used in historical re-enactment (must be blunted); commonly used in theatrical productions (must be blunted); and antiques. Note: in order to avoid your item being treated as prohibited, in the event of any checks it would be helpful to include supporting documentation to enable us to verify the relevant permitted use listed above.

Important: Items intended by the person sending or receiving it to cause injury to a person are always prohibited and will be treated/handled as such regardless of whether or not they fall into one of the permitted uses above. In addition, see Weapons which are also prohibited regardless of whether or not they fall into one of the permitted uses above.

Restricted Bladed Items
Prohibited Bladed Items cannot be sent. However, other Knives or Blades as defined by s141A Criminal Justice Act 1988 or ‘Bladed Products’ as defined by s41 of the Offensive Weapons Act 2019 can be sent, provided certain conditions are met. These include but are not limited to any knife or knife blade, including cutlery knives, bread knives, knives that can be used for hobbies and trades (for instance, utility knives and snap-off cutters, gardening, camping, lock knives, bushcraft and farming tools with a blade or any other trade tool that could commonly be described as a knife), butcher knives (including meat cleavers), felling axes and razor blades.

• • These items may only be sent using the Royal Mail Tracked Age Verification service; this service is only available through Royal Mail Click & Drop
  • Items must be packaged appropriately so items present no risk to employees, other postal items or recipients.
  • Wrap heavy cardboard around sharp edges and points, strong enough to ensure that the contents do not pierce the outer packaging.
  • Wrap each item with cushioning material and place in a suitable outer container such as a padded envelope.
  • The sender's name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.
  • The outer packaging must be clearly marked to indicate a bladed item is enclosed and that it must not be handed to someone aged under 18.

  
  Note: this excludes folding pocket knives where the cutting edge of its blade does not exceed 3 inches (7.62cm) or razor blades permanently enclosed in a cartridge or housing where less than 2mm is exposed which can be sent without using Age verification service.

  Please Note: It is the senders’ responsibility to ensure compliance with the law.
  The following links to the legislation and guidance may assist but Royal Mail prohibitions and restrictions regarding the sending of bladed items must also be followed:
  Criminal Justice Act 1988
  Offensive Weapons Act 2019
  Statutory guidance: Offensive Weapons Act 2019

  • International destinations - Not allowed in the mail

CBD products containing more than 0.2% of THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol)

• International – Not allowed in the mail
• UK – Not allowed in the mail

CBD products containing 0.2% or less of THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol), including oils, liquids, sprays, capsules)

• UK & International – Allowed in the mail. Packaging guidelines apply
  • Items must be securely closed and placed in a leak-proof inner liner, such as a sealed polythene bag and in a leak-proof outer.
  • If sending more than one item, surround with absorbent material such as newspaper and sufficient cushioning material to protect each item from damage.
  • Mark as "FRAGILE" when sending glass bottles.
  • The sender's name and address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.

International & UK destinations - Allowed in the mail, with restrictions and packaging guidelines below:

• Can only be sent in their made-up form and in their original retail packaging.

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

Note: certain hair dyes and associated products may be accepted provided they are not classed as dangerous goods.

Including any false instrument, or copy of a false instrument (within the meaning of section 5 of the Forgery and Counterfeiting Act 1981)

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

• UK & International destinations - Allowed in the mail, with restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Follow instructions on sample preparation and packing.
  • Can only be returned in supplier provided packaging

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

• UK & International destinations - Allowed in the mail, with restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Each package must contain no more than two assembled e-cigarettes and should be securely packed to prevent movement in the outer packaging.

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Allowed in the mail, see restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Samples must not exceed 5litres/5kgs.
  • Pack in a leak proof or sift proof inner and protect by cushioning material in rigid outer packaging.

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

Any chemical compound, mixture or device capable of producing an explosive or pyrotechnic effect with substantial instantaneous release of heat and gas is prohibited e.g. ammunition, blasting caps, Christmas cracker snaps, fireworks, flares, fuses, igniters, nitro-glycerine and party poppers.

• International - Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail
• Items that appear to be prohibited explosive ordnance may be subject to additional checks and delays.

This includes mixtures of liquids or liquids containing solids in solution or suspension which give off a flammable vapour. Any liquid with a closed cup flash point below 60.5° C is prohibited e.g. acetone, benzene, cleaning compounds, gasoline, lighter fuel, paint thinners and removers, petroleum and solvents, certain alcoholic beverages, perfumes and aftershaves, varnishes and enamels including nail varnish.

• International - Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

Solid materials which are liable to cause fire by friction, absorption of water, spontaneous chemical changes or retained heat from manufacturing or processing, or which can be readily ignited and burn vigorously e.g. adhesives, calcium carbide, cellulose nitrate products, fire lighters, matches, metallic magnesium, nitro-cellulose based film, phosphorous, potassium, sodium, sodium hydride, sparklers, zinc powder, zirconium hydride.

• International - Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

• International - Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

1. All flammable compressed gases are prohibited* e.g. blowlamps; butane; lighters and refills containing flammable liquid or gas; ethane; gas cylinders for camping stoves; hydrogen; methane and propane.
2. All toxic compressed gases are prohibited* e.g. chlorine; fluorine etc.
3. All non-flammable compressed gases are prohibited* e.g. air bags; scuba tanks, carbon dioxide; fire extinguishers; neon and nitrogen.
4. Empty cylinders that are sealed so that residual gas under pressure are prohibited, only those cylinders which are open to the atmosphere for inspection are permitted

*includes new, used and empty gas cylinders

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

• International- Allowed in the mail, see restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Guns intended for sporting purposes - including Section 1 and Section 2 firearms, low-powered air guns and their component parts - may be sent in compliance with UK law and subject to applicable export controls on the shipment of firearms.
  • Items that appear to be prohibited weapons may be subject to additional checks and delays.
  • Guns must not be loaded.
  • Air weapons with an integral gas cylinder that are de-pressurised can only be accepted. Air weapons with gas cylinders that are pressurised are prohibited
  • Air weapons with a pressurised removable gas cylinder which is still attached are prohibited
  • Sender's name and address must be visible on the parcel.
  • Must be packed in rigid outer packaging suitable for the gun size and weight, for example a fibreboard box, with sufficient inner packaging to prevent movement during transport.
• UK - Allowed in the mail, see restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Guns intended for sporting purposes - including Section 1 (e.g. hunting rifles) and Section 2 (e.g. shotguns) firearms, low-powered air weapons and their component parts - may be sent in compliance with UK law and subject to domestic controls on the possession of firearms. Antiques, deactivated and imitation firearms are also permitted. When sending deactivated firearms include proof of deactivation.
  • Items that appear to be prohibited weapons may be subject to additional checks and delays.
  • Use 1st Class as the minimum service.The senders name and address must be clear on the packaging. Low-powered air weapons which exceed the Royal Mail size restrictions are accepted by Parcelforce Worldwide, using express48 via the Post Office.
  • Guns must not be loaded.
  • Air weapons with an integral gas cylinder that are de-pressurised can only be accepted. Air weapons with gas cylinders that are pressurised are prohibited
  • Air weapons with a pressurised removable gas cylinder which is still attached are prohibited
  • Must be packed in rigid outer packaging suitable for the gun size and weight, for example a fibreboard box, with sufficient inner packaging to prevent movement during transport.

• UK & International- Allowed in the mail, seerestrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Volume per item must not exceed 50g.
  • Ashes must be placed in a sift-proof container and securely closed. Items must be tightly packed in strong outer packaging and must be secured or cushioned to prevent any damage.
  • The sender's name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.

• UK destinations - No
• International destinations - No

Category A Infectious Substances are prohibited e.g. Ebola, Anthrax, Foot and Mouth disease as detailed in the latest edition of the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) Technical Instructions. For more information please see theIATA Guidance Document on Infectious Substances.

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

• UK & International- Allowed in the mail, seerestrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Must beunopened andin their original retail packaging.
  • The sender’s name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.

Lighters considered to contain residual fuel may be disposed of.

Liquids 1 litre and over

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Allowed in the mail, see restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Items must be securely closed and placed in a leak-proof inner liner, such as a sealed polythene bag and in a leak-proof outer.
  • Mark as "FRAGILE" when sending glass bottles.
  • Customers posting via Parcelforce Worldwide, maximum 5 litres per box per container, must be sent using express48.
  • Note: If you’re posting liquids 1 litre and over to and from geographic locations within the UK where we use air transport, which is generally for some next day services where we need to cross the sea or reach distant locations, extended delivery times may apply.

Liquids under 1 litre

• UK & International- Allowed in the mail, seerestrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Items must be securely closed and placed in a leak-proof inner liner, such as a sealed polythene bag and in a leak-proof outer.
  • Mark as "FRAGILE" when sending glass bottles.

• International destinations - Not allowed in the mail
• UK destinations - Not allowed in the mail

Including bees, caterpillars, co*ckroaches, crickets, destroyers of noxious pests, earthworms, leeches and other parasites, lugworms, maggots, mealworms, pupae and chrysalides, rag worms, silkworms, spiders and stick insects. Dead insects, sent as collectables, are allowed.

UK & International destinations - Allowed in the mail, with restrictions and packaging guidelines below:

• Inner packaging
• • Any internal packaging materials must be based on the requirements of the live creatures, insects and invertebrates, taking into consideration the necessary humane care they require while in transportation

• Outer Packaging
• • Must be constructed to protect, keep safe and securely contain live creatures, insects and invertebrates.
  • Must be constructed to prevent escape and to preclude the container and its contents from being crushed in normal handling
  • Any outer packaging containing live creatures, insects and invertebrates requiring moisture during transportation must be constructed of water resistant material.

• Security and Ventilation
• • Containers must be constructed to prevent the escape of the live creatures, insects and invertebrates and must always provide adequate ventilation.

• Posting and Markings
• • 1st Class must be used as the minimum service.
  • Items must be clearly marked 'URGENT - LIVING CREATURES - HANDLE WITH CARE'.
  • The sender's name and address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.
  • Returns can only be sent using Royal Mail Tracked Returns® and Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed Returns®. All variants of Business Response and Freepost are excluded.

Creatures or insects classified as dangerous within the Dangerous Wild Animals Act 1976 (including certain venomous spiders).

• Internationaldestinations - Not allowed in the mail
• UK destinations - Not allowed in the mail

• Internationaldestinations- Not allowed in the mail
• UK destinations - Allowed in the mail, seerestrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Foreign lottery tickets are prohibited
  • UK lottery tickets are allowed in the domestic post.

Magnetised material with a field strength of 0.418A/metre or more at a distance of 4.6 metres from the outside of the package

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

Magnetised material with a field strength of less than 0.418A/metre at a distance of 4.6 metres from the outside of the package

• UK & International- Allowed in the mail, see packaging guidelines below:
• • Should be wrapped in soft packaging at least 2cm thick around each item.
  • The sender's name and address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.

Additional general advice:
Send individually as magnets can damage other items they travel with, i.e. discs, tapes, etc.
Outer packaging - use a strong corrugated board box or purpose designed polystyrene pack.

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Allowed in the mail, see restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Volume per item must not exceed 30ml.
  • No more than four items in any one parcel.
  • Bottles of nail varnish must be placed in strong outer packaging and be so packed, secured or cushioned in such a way that they cannot break, be punctured or leak their contents into the outer packaging.
  • An ID8000 label must be applied (see example ID8000 label).
  • The sender's name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.
  • These items must be presented at and can only be sent via a Post Office® counter.

Solutions containing a nicotine concentration of more than 5%.

• International – Not allowed in the mail
• UK – Not allowed in the mail

Solutions containing a nicotine concentration of 5% or less

• UK & International – Allowed in the mail. Packaging guidelines apply
  • Items must be securely closed and placed in a leak-proof inner liner, such as a sealed polythene bag and in a leak-proof outer packaging
  • If sending more than one item, surround with absorbent material such as newspaper and sufficient cushioning material to protect each item from damage
  • Mark as "FRAGILE" when sending glass bottles.
  • The sender's name and address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.

Including obscene or extreme p*rnography as detailed in Part 5 of the Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 and indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs of a child as detailed in section 160 and 161 of the Criminal Justice Act 1988

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

These are substances such as disinfectants that may cause or contribute to combustion of other substances. They may also be liable to explosive decomposition, react dangerously with other substances and injure health e.g. bromides, chlorates, components of fibreglass repair kits, disinfectants, nitrates, per chlorates, permanganates and peroxides, including hair dyes and colourants containing peroxide.

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

Certain hair dyes and associated products may be accepted provided they are not classed as dangerous goods.

Solvent-based paints, wood varnishes and enamels

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

Water-based paints, wood varnishes and enamels

• International & UK - Allowed in the mail, see restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Volume per item should not exceed 150ml.
  • There is no restriction on the number of items than can be sent in each package.
  • The items must be securely closed and placed in a leak-proof liner, such as a sealed polythene bag, so that any inadvertent leakage is contained within the outer packaging. Surround with absorbent material such as newspaper and sufficient cushioning material to protect each item from damage.
  • The sender's name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.

(including blood or urine tests to monitor cholesterol levels, blood glucose levels, hormone levels, or prostate specific antibodies (PSA); tests required to monitor organ function such as heart, liver or kidney function for humans or animals with non-infectious diseases, or therapeutic drug monitoring; tests conducted for insurance or employment purposes and are intended to determine the presence of drugs or alcohol; pregnancy tests; biopsies to detect cancer; and antibody detection in humans or animals in the absence of any concern for infection (e.g. evaluation of vaccine induced immunity, diagnosis of autoimmune disease, etc. Excludes blood spot and hair samples)

May only be sent at the specific request of a medical professional, a recognised laboratory or institution. Clear instructions should be provided to patients on how to take and assemble the packaging for posting. Sample returns should only be made in the sample kits provided. The total sample volume/mass in any parcel must not exceed 250g/250ml and
a) The specimen must be transported in a packaging which will prevent any leakage and which must be marked with the words “Exempt human specimen” or “Exempt animal specimen”, as appropriate;
b) The packaging must consist of three components:
i) a leakproof primary receptacle(s);
ii) a leakproof secondary packaging; and a
iii) an outer packaging of adequate strength for its capacity, mass and intended use, and with at least one surface having minimum dimensions of 100 mm × 100 mm and also be greater than 10mm in thickness. Any leakage from the sample receptacle should be contained within the outer packaging.
c) For liquids, absorbent material in sufficient quantity to absorb the entire contents must be placed between the primary receptacle(s) and the secondary packaging so that, during transport, any release or leak of a liquid substance will not reach the outer packaging and will not compromise the integrity of the cushioning material;
d) When multiple fragile primary receptacles are placed in a single secondary packaging, they must be either individually wrapped or separated to prevent contact between them.

• Internationaldestinations- Not allowed in the mail
• UK destinations - Allowed in the mail, with restrictions and packaging guidelines below:

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Allowed in the mail, see restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Volume per item must not exceed 150ml.
  • No more than four items in any one parcel.
  • Must be sent in its original retail packaging, placed in strong outer packaging and cushioned to prevent breakage.
  • An ID8000 label must be applied (see example ID8000 label).
  • The sender's name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.
  • These items must be presented at and can only be sent via a Post Office® counter.

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Allowed in the mail, see restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Use 1st Class as the minimum service.
  • Should be able to withstand a journey of up to 48 hours. (Frozen water and dry ice are prohibited)
  • Must be suitably sealed to prevent leakage or tainting of other items such as in sealed vacuum packs.
  • Must be packed in a strong corrugated board box or purpose designed polystyrene pack.
  • The sender's name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.
  • Packages must be clearly labelled "PERISHABLE".

Additional general advice:
Outer packaging - use a strong corrugated board box or purpose designed polystyrene pack.
When sending flowers, arrange in layers separated by tissue paper and use waterproof wrapping if including damp moss or phials of water.

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

Prescription medicines and drugs sent for scientific or medical purposes- non-toxic and non-flammable including asthma inhalers

• UK & International- Allowed in the mail, seerestrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• May only be sent by, or at the specific request of, a qualified medical practitioner, registered dental practitioner, veterinary surgeon, registered nurse or a recognised laboratory or institution.
• Inner packaging can be blister packs of tablets or capsules of liquid (each pack not to exceed 50ml/50g per tablet/capsule), or small bottles of liquid up to 50ml.
• Net quantity in any parcel not to exceed 1litre/1kg. Medicines must be securely closed and placed in a sealed polythene bag (for liquids) or a siftproof container (for solids).
• Must be tightly packed in strong outer packaging and cushioned to prevent breakage.
• Sender's name and address must be visible on the parcel.

Prescription medicines and drugs sent for scientific or medical purposes- toxic, flammable or toxic and flammable

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Allowed in the mail, see restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • Inner packaging can be blister packs of tablets or capsules of liquid (each pack not to exceed 50ml/50g per tablet/capsule), or small bottles of liquid up to 50ml.
  • Net quantity in any parcel not to exceed 500ml/500g.
  • Medicines must be securely closed and placed in a sealed polythene bag (for liquids) or a siftproof container (for solids).
  • Must be tightly packed in strong outer packaging and cushioned to prevent breakage.
  • Sender's name and address must be visible on the parcel.

Radioactive materials and samples that are classified as radioactive using Table 2-12 of the latest edition of the International Civil Aviation Organization's Technical Instructions e.g. fissile material (uranium 235, etc), radioactive waste material, thorium or uranium ores and luminous dials from aircraft.

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

Radioactive material and samples that are not classified as dangerous goods in the latest edition of the Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air published by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) such as samples of granite rock.

• UK & International - Allowed with restrictions
• • Surround with cushioning material e.g. bubble wrap.
  • The sender's name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.

• UK & International destinations - Allowed in the mail, with packaging guidelines below:
• • Package appropriately so items present no risk to employees, other postal items or recipients.
  • Wrap heavy cardboard around sharp edges and points, strong enough to ensure that the contents do not pierce the outer packaging.
  • Wrap each item with cushioning material and place in a suitable outer container such as a padded envelope.
  • The sender's name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

• International & UK - Allowed in the mail, see restrictions and packaging guidelines below:
• • May only be sent by, or at the specific request of, a qualified medical practitioner, registered dental practitioner, veterinary surgeon, registered nurse or a recognised laboratory or institution.
  • The vaccines must be securely closed and placed in a leak-proof liner such as a sealed polythene bag (for liquids) or a sift-proof container (for solids).
  • Must be tightly packed in strong outer packaging and must be secured or cushioned to prevent any damage.
  • The sender's name and return address must be clearly visible on the outer packaging.

• International- Not allowed in the mail
• UK - Not allowed in the mail

Soil samples sent for analysis are permitted provided they are packaged so that any leaks and spills are contained in the outer packaging

• International destinations - Not allowed in the mail
• UK destinations - Not allowed in the mail