The following list has items which are generally illegal to ship from Canada.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Animal skins (non-domesticated)
- Articles of exceptional value (ie.
- Dangerous goods/Hazardous materials (following IATA regulations for Express and Expedited, and following ADR regulations for Standard)
- Firearms.
- Furs.
What Cannot be shipped from Canada?
Gold or other precious metals. Cannabis/Marijuana and CBD (Prohibited for International Shipping) Live animals. Perishables.
What can’t you ship from Canada to US?
WHAT CAN’T YOU SHIP
- Controlled substances such as but not limited to MARIJUANA, THC PRODUCTS, and EPHEDRINE.
- Certain food products (please check with us prior to ordering)
- Firearms and accessories.
- Logs (wood)
- Military and strategic goods.
- Softwood lumber.
- Steel.
- Bodies, bodies parts of humans or animals.
What items are not allowed to be shipped?
Prohibited and Restricted Items for U.S. Import/Export
- Alcoholic beverages*
- Animal products, non-domesticated (e.g. mother of pearl inlay, snakeskin watchband)
- Articles of unusual value.
- Biological substances, Category B and exempt human or animal specimens.
- Dangerous goods.
- Electronic cigarettes.
- Firearms and weapons.
- Furs.
What items are restricted in Canada?
Restricted and Prohibited Items
- Batteries and Personal Electronic Devices.
- Battery-powered vehicles and devices.
- Camping Equipment.
- Curling Irons and Lighters.
- Dry Ice, Brine or Gel / Ice Packs.
- Liquids and Gels (including aerosols, toiletries and alcoholic beverages)
- MREs (Meals, Ready-to-eat)
- Oxygen for Medical Purposes.
Can I send food to USA from Canada?
Food can only be shipped to the U.S. if it is being sent from one individual (not a company), to another individual. Customs forms must clearly be marked “gift” and state that the food is for personal consumption. You will also require a full list of the ingredients to be included for Customs.
Can I send jewelry by Canada Post?
You can send letters, documents and small items like coins and jewellery by Registered Mail.
What is not allowed to ship to USA?
Domestically Prohibited Items
Ammunition. Explosives. Gasoline. Marijuana (medical or otherwise); hemp/CBD is allowed, but restricted.
Can you ship ibuprofen internationally?
You can ship over-the-counter medicine such as Tylenol, Ibuprofen, cough medicine, etc. However, you will need to comply with local and federal laws such as the Poison Prevention Packaging Act and the Consumer Product Safety Act.
Can I send chocolate to USA?
How can I send chocolate to America? If you want to post chocolate abroad to any destination, including America, it is not advisable to send it via a standard courier or postal service. There are companies who specialise in sending food items abroad and they will be better placed to ship chocolate.
What goods are prohibited by customs?
Prohibited and Restricted Items
- Alcoholic Beverages.
- Automobiles.
- Biologicals.
- Ceramic Tableware.
- Cultural Artifacts and Cultural Property.
- Defense Articles or Items with Military or Proliferation Applications.
- Dog and Cat Fur.
- Drug Paraphernalia.
What is prohibited to ship Fedex?
Pornography/obscene material. Precious metals such as gold, silver and platinum in the form of bullion, coins or ingots. Watches valued over US$1000. Weapons and weapons accessories.
What items Cannot be shipped by Fedex?
Global Prohibited and Restricted Items
- All commodities valued over US$20,000 without approval.
- One-of-a-kind/irreplaceable articles such as artwork valued over US$500,000 each.
- Flammables with a flash point of 140 degrees Fahrenheit or less.
- Auto parts with fluids in them.
- Fine art.
- Fine jewelry.
- Furs.
What are 3 items that are restricted by the CBSA?
Services and information
- Firearms and weapons.
- Food, plants and animals.
- Explosives, fireworks and ammunition.
- Cannabis.
- Consumer products.
What items need to be declared at Canada Customs?
You must declare all food, plants, animal and related products that you import into Canada. Failure to do so can result in your good being confiscated or you may be subject to a fine or prosecution. Some of these items are prohibited or regulated because they can carry foreign animal and plant pests and diseases.
Can you send food through Canada Post?
You must properly prepare perishable items and make sure they meet applicable requirements for mailing as described in ABCs of mailing. Please note: You mail all items at your own risk. No coverage for damage is available for this type of mail.
What foods are not allowed into U.S. from Canada?
Meat, milk, egg, poultry, and their products, including products made with these materials are either prohibited or restricted from entering the United States. For further information, please visit the Don’t Pack A Pest website.
Can I send medicine by Canada Post?
You can only mail them in certain circumstances and subject to various restrictions. You must make sure the contents, packaging, and labelling of your shipments follow all applicable federal, provincial, and municipal legislation and regulations.
Do packages from Canada go through customs?
All packages shipped from Canada need to be declared and will go through the US Customs clearance process.
Can you ship perfume in Canada?
Unfortunately, any fragrance that contains alcohol cannot be shipped overseas because all mailing services only provide ground transportation for these products. As stated earlier, this is because alcohol is a hazardous item that makes it unsafe to travel by air for carriers.
What kind of items are prohibited to mail in Canada Post?
We deliver some products that are subject to specific requirements in order to be sent. Alcohol, tobacco, firearms and cannabis are classified as controlled items.