Prohibited Guide to International Shipping from India

Prohibited Items (Cannot Be Shipped Under Any Circumstances)

The following categories are completely restricted due to airline policies, customs regulations, and international courier safety standards. If any such items reach the Shoppre warehouse, they cannot be shipped and must either be returned to the seller or disposed of.

Strictly Prohibited Categories

• Liquid food products
  (e.g., ghee, honey, oils, beverages, syrups)

• Gold or silver items
  (bullion, coins, Gold/Silver or high-value precious metals)

• Flammable or hazardous goods
  (aerosols, deodorants, perfumes, sanitizers, nail polish, lighters)

• Perishable food items
  (dairy products, meat, fresh produce, frozen foods)

• Furniture or oversized/bulky shipments

• Perfumes & deodorants
  (due to alcohol content and pressurised containers)

• Plants, seeds & herbs
  (restricted under agricultural and phytosanitary laws)
  
  

📌 For the complete and most updated list, please refer to:
👉 https://www.shoppre.com/prohibited-items-what-you-cannot-ship-internationally-from-india

Shipping Conditions You MUST Follow (Global Carrier Rules)

To ensure your shipment clears customs smoothly and stays compliant, Shoppre enforces the following mandatory shipment limitations:

1. Item Value Guidelines : Maximum Item Value — ₹25,000 per Shipment

Shipments must adhere to international value limits for smooth customs processing.

The declared value of all items under a single Airway Bill (AWB) cannot exceed ₹25,000.

If your order includes higher-value items or you’re unsure whether your shipment meets the requirements:
👉 Please contact Shoppre Support for assistance with the best shipping method.

2. Maximum Total Weight — 60 kg per Shipment

A single shipment can include multiple packages with a combined total weight of up to 60 kg.
This does not mean one box can weigh 60 kg.

3. Maximum Weight per Box — 25 kg

For manual handling safety and courier compliance, each individual box should not exceed 25 kg.
If a box goes over this limit:
⚠️ Additional Handling Charges (AHC) may apply.

4. Recommended Packing Example

For a total shipment weighing around 60 kg, a safe and compliant packing format could be:

• Box 1: 25 kg

• Box 2: 25 kg

• Box 3: 10 kg
  

This ensures every box stays within standard handling limits.

5. Maximum Volumetric Weight — 40 kg per Box

Couriers charge based on the higher of actual or volumetric weight.
Shoppre’s repackaging service helps minimize volumetric weight and reduce your shipping cost.

Each box must remain within 40 kg volumetric weight to meet courier restrictions.

6. Maximum Length — 5 Feet per Box

No box can exceed 5 ft (longest side).
This ensures compatibility with:

• Conveyor systems

• Aircraft cargo doors

• Automated sorting equipment
  

Any box exceeding this limit cannot be shipped internationally.

Why These Rules Matter

Following these guidelines ensures:

• Smooth customs clearance

• No delays or returns

• Lowest possible shipping cost

• No surprise handling fees

• Safe transportation of your items

• Eligibility for Shoppre’s consolidation service
  

FAQs — Shipping Restrictions with Shoppre

1. Can I ship deodorants, perfumes, or sprays internationally?

No. These are flammable aerosols and are globally prohibited for air shipping.

2. Can I ship liquid items like ghee, honey, oils, or beverages?

No. All liquid food items are prohibited due to leakage and customs restrictions.

3. What happens if I accidentally order a prohibited item?

It cannot be shipped. You may:

• Request a return to seller, or

• Authorize warehouse disposal.

4. Why is there a strict ₹25,000 value limit per shipment?

Export rules require that items above this value must follow additional documentation. Splitting shipments ensures compliance and faster delivery.

5. What if my consolidated box weighs more than 25 kg?

Shoppre will split it into smaller boxes. If a box exceeds 25 kg:
⚠️ Additional Handling Charges will apply from the carrier.

6. How can I ensure fragile Indian gifts reach safely when shipping overseas?

You can follow our Expert Packaging Tips to Ship Fragile Indian Gifts Safely Overseas to learn the correct way to use bubble wrap, double-boxing, cushioning, and labeling. These proven techniques and Shoppre professional repackaging service - help protect delicate items during international transit.