Prohibited Items for International Shipments from India
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Goods We Cannot Ship
- Export / Import Controlled Goods
Items restricted under Indian DGFT or Customs regulations
Products banned or regulated in the destination country
Dual-use or controlled technology goods
Any item requiring special government clearance or licensing
- Adult & Intimate Products
Explicit adult content or obscene material
Intimate wellness products (including sprays, lubricants, etc.)
Personal sexual devices or accessories
Performance enhancement or intimacy-related supplements
- Agricultural & Plant-Based Materials
Fresh agricultural produce (vegetables, spices, grains, etc.)
Fertilizers and soil enhancers
Seeds, saplings, plant cuttings
Soil or botanical samples
Leaves, raw herbs, or untreated plant material
- Alcohol, Tobacco & Related Substances
Alcoholic drinks of any kind
Cigarettes, cigars, vaping devices
E-liquids, hookah flavors
Chewing tobacco, pan masala, areca nut products
Nicotine products
Any controlled or narcotic substances
- Animal-Origin Products
Meat, seafood, dairy, or animal-based food
Pet food or animal feed
Animal supplements or veterinary medicines
Animal skins, ivory, feathers, trophies
Human or animal remains (including ashes)
Any poultry or livestock-related supplies
- Antiques & High-Value Collectibles
Antique artifacts
Precious metal coins or collectible currency
Replica currency, novelty money, or imitation payment instruments
High-value bullion or collectible bars
- Food & Beverages (Restricted Category)
Perishable or temperature-sensitive foods
Dairy-based products and milk powder
Meat or non-vegetarian pickles
Cooking oils and liquid food products
Rice, lentils, pulses, millets
Spices in bulk quantity
Chocolates or melt-sensitive confectionery
Soft drinks and energy drinks
Honey, ghee, or sugar-based products
- Chemicals & Hazardous Materials
Flammable liquids or aerosols
Paints, adhesives, sealants
Strong magnets or magnetized materials
Dry ice
Cleaning agents, disinfectants, sanitizers
Toxic, corrosive, or poisonous substances
Pest control chemicals
- Financial Instruments & Sensitive Documents
Currency notes or coins
Government-issued IDs (passport, Aadhaar, licenses, etc.)
Credit/debit cards or stored-value cards
Lottery tickets or money vouchers
Storage devices containing personal or financial data
- Electronics and Gadgets
Aerial devices such as drones or remote flying equipment
Professional camera bodies (lenses must be removed before shipping)
Laptops, CPUs, display monitors
Televisions, large speakers, audio systems
Surveillance or signal-detection devices (radar detectors, laser equipment)
Two-way communication devices (walkie-talkies)
Printers and related ink/toner cartridges
Power banks or battery backup devices
High-value electronic devices containing sensitive components
- Explosive, Flammable & Hazardous Materials
Gas-filled containers (propane, butane, helium, hydrogen cylinders)
Matches, cigarette lighters, charcoal products
Fireworks, sparklers, celebratory poppers
Lithium-ion batteries (loose or packed separately)
Replica weapons, paintball markers, toy firearms
Decorative grenades or weapon-like props
Combustible solids or liquids
Oxidizing chemicals
Radioactive or magnetized materials
- Medical & Health-Related Items
Insulin or temperature-controlled injections
Syringes or medical laboratory samples
Dental molds or clinical samples
Industrial-grade protective masks
Powdered nutritional supplements
Liquid-based medicines
Unlabeled or herbal medicinal products
Contact lenses or prescription eyewear
- Household & Utility Products
Electric bulbs or fragile lighting items
Sharp tools exceeding 5 inches (knives, swords, large blades)
Adhesives or industrial bonding agents
Mattresses or coir-based bedding
Large home appliances (ACs, refrigerators, purifiers)
Oversized furniture shipments
- Jewelry & Precious Articles
Gold, silver, or plated jewelry
Articles embedded with precious stones
High-value devices containing precious metals
Bullion or investment-grade metal items
- Miscellaneous Restricted Materials
Battery casings or empty shells
Peacock feathers or protected bird feathers
Sandalwood (including red sandalwood variants)
Counterfeit currency or imitation bullion
Strong cleaning chemicals (bleach, acids, sanitizing liquids)
Wax blocks or industrial wax
- Religious & Ritual Articles
Incense sticks, cones, dhoop, camphor
Ritual powders (vibhuti, kumkum, turmeric in bulk)
Sacred oils or liquid offerings
Holy water or similar liquid religious items
Dried cow dung cakes or ritual fire materials
- Automotive Products
Engine oils, lubricants, coolants
Spray-based automotive paints
Vehicle batteries
Tires and inner tubes
Petrol, diesel, or fuel-based liquids
Bulk mechanical spare parts
NOTE : Beyond the items listed in our prohibited categories, additional limitations may be imposed by airline partners, courier companies, or the customs authorities of the destination country. International shipping regulations vary by region, and certain products may be restricted even if they are not specifically mentioned in our policy.
For shipments to the following countries, the recipient may be required to appoint a licensed customs broker locally to facilitate clearance:
– China
– Bangladesh
– South Africa
– Mexico
– Brazil
– Japan
– Taiwan
– African countries.
Customers are responsible for coordinating with their appointed broker and ensuring timely customs clearance.
Destinations Currently Not Supported
Iran
Solomon Islands
Ukraine
Kiribati
Afghanistan
Saint Pierre & Miquelon
Lebanon
Comoros
North Korea
Rwanda
Tokelau Islands
Cuba
Guinea-Bissau
Pakistan
Falkland Islands
Tajikistan
Sierra Leone
Myanmar (Burma)
Wake Island
Libya
Mayotte
Sudan
Belarus
Haiti
Equatorial Guinea
Niue
Russia
Somalia
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Nauru
Yemen
Saint Helena
Iraq
Palestine
Johnston Island
Tuvalu
Liberia
Syria
If you are unsure about delivery availability to your country, we recommend contacting the ShopShipIndia support team before placing your order. Please note that certain online stores or sellers may not allow returns in case a shipment cannot be processed due to regional restrictions.