Can you send shower gel in the post?

Liquids, pastes and gels (excluding flammable ones e.g. nail varnish and perfume) such as shower gel, non flammable makeup and toothpaste can be sent on all our standard services (not express), UK Domestic & USA Domestic services. Please ensure there is no possibility of liquids leaking.

Can you send cake in the post Royal Mail?

You can send food items by courier in the UK (although they’re on the restricted items list – meaning you’re not covered for compensation) including cakes, as long as they’re not perishable food items that need to be kept refrigerated.

Can you send chocolate in the post UK?

Perishable foodstuffs are prohibited by most parcel couriers, at least when using non-specialised services. These can normally be sent via courier. Chocolate, or chocolate-based products, are perishable if they need to be refrigerated in order not to spoil.

What happens if you send prohibited items?

Depending on the destination of your shipment, if you are shipping a Prohibited Item, the carrier may dispose the parcel at it’s own discretion. If a prohibited or restricted item is picked up, the carrier may hold it at any national or international depot so that the customer can collect it on their own.

Can you send body spray in the post?

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). Aerosols must be tightly packed in strong outer packaging and must be secured or cushioned to prevent any damage.

Can you send hand sanitizer in the mail UK?

From today, Royal Mail customers will be able to send small quantities of toiletries medicinal aerosols, nail varnishes, fragrances and alcohol through the post to UK addresses. Customers will also be able to post electronic items sent with or containing lithium batteries within the UK.

How do I send a cake in the mail?

How to Ship A Cake

1. Package the cake tightly in a fitted styrofoam mailer.
2. Insert frozen cool packs around the cake to keep it fresh.
3. Place the styrofoam mailer inside a sturdy cardboard box.
4. Seal the box with high-quality shipping tape.
5. Mark the outside of your box.
6. Ship your cake.

Can I send chocolate in the mail?

Before sending chocolate in the mail, use food-safe candy packaging to keep your sweets safe. When you’re picking out your shipping container, make sure it’s large enough for cushioning, a cold pack, and your chocolates. Make sure your final final package is tightly sealed and clearly labeled.

What items Cannot be couriered?

Banned Commodities – All Services

• Currency.
• Indian Postal Articles.
• Liquids & Semi-liquids *.
• Philately Items.
• Pornography.
• Bullion.
• Drugs and Narcotics (Illegal).
• Firearms, parts thereof and ammunition.

Do all parcels get scanned?

On arrival at the airport, parcels will go through customs, being scanned and X-rayed. In certain situations, if the customs agent has any cause for concern, parcels may be scanned again, or even opened and checked.

Can I send Clorox wipes in the mail?

To ship hand sanitizers including wipes, you must use USPS Retail Ground, Parcel Select, or Parcel Select Lightweight. These services are only available through your local Post Office™ branch.