What are not allowed in International Air Cargo?

What are not allowed in International Air Cargo?

The prohibited items for transportation in international airfreight primarily encompass the following categories, which generally adhere to the Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air (TI) and the Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA), while also being subject to national laws and regulations:

I. Explosives

  • All types of explosives, gunpowder, detonators, blasting caps, etc.
  • Fireworks, ammunition, diplomatic pouches containing lithium batteries or pyrotechnic substances, etc.

II. Gases

  • Flammable gases: such as compressed gases, liquefied gases, tear gas, pepper spray, etc.
  • Toxic gases: like certain chemical oxygen generators that release gases.
  • Compressed or liquefied gases, such as oxygen, carbon dioxide, nitrogen in cylinders, etc.

III. Flammable Materials

  • Flammable liquids: like gasoline, diesel, alcohol, paint, rubber cement, etc.
  • Flammable solids, substances liable to spontaneous combustion, and substances that emit flammable gases when in contact with water: such as magnesium powder, white phosphorus, yellow phosphorus, activated carbon, titanium powder, etc.

IV. Oxidizing Substances and Organic Peroxides

  • Examples include potassium permanganate, hydrogen peroxide, resin formulations, etc.

V. Toxic and Infectious Substances

  • Toxic chemicals: like pesticides, herbicides, arsenic, cyanides, etc.
  • Infectious substances: such as virus samples, bacteria, etc.

VI. Radioactive Material

  • Including natural uranium, natural thorium, radioactive nuclides, radioactive medicinal products, etc., as well as radioactive isotopes and radioactive chemical reagents.

VII. Corrosive Substances

  • Examples include sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid, hydrofluoric acid, wet batteries, mercury, etc.

VIII. Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods

  • Magnetic substances, threatening or irritating materials, articles likely to taint the aircraft.
  • Prohibited items by aviation regulations, such as dry ice (without special packaging and approval), airbags, material preservatives, formaldehyde, etc.

IX. Special Categories

  • Weapons, imitation weapons, ammunition, and explosive devices.
  • Narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, such as opium, morphine, cocaine, heroin, marijuana, etc.
  • Items prohibited from circulation or shipment by national laws, such as cultural relics, currency, negotiable securities, etc.
  • Perishable items, like fresh fish, meat, etc.
  • Private correspondence, etc.

Notes

  • Passengers and shippers must strictly abide by the relevant regulations and must not carry or consign the aforementioned prohibited items in their baggage or cargo.
  • In case of any doubts, it is advisable to consult airline or airport customer service personnel.
  • Some special items may be approved for air transportation under specific conditions and packaging requirements, but prior application and approval from the relevant authorities are required.

Please note that the information above may vary with time, region, and specific regulations. Therefore, when taking concrete actions, refer to the latest international and domestic laws, regulations, and provisions.

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