Special Goods Shipping Guide
Quick Answer: Can CNCartGo ship special goods?
CNCartGo can review batteries, liquids, powders, food, supplements, and magnetic items, but acceptance is case by case. The destination, carrier route, product specifications, packaging, and required documents must be checked before payment or dispatch; a category listed below is not an automatic approval.
How to check a special item in 4 steps
- Send the product link and details. Include the product name, ingredients or battery capacity, quantity, photos, and destination country.
- Confirm the route. CNCartGo checks the carrier rules, customs limits, and whether documents such as an MSDS or UN38.3 report are needed.
- Choose compliant handling. After purchase, the warehouse can verify the item and apply approved packaging or consolidation instructions.
- Approve the quote before dispatch. Review the final shipping method, surcharge, estimated transit time, and destination restrictions before paying for international shipping.
This policy clearly outlines the scope of sensitive items our company can transport and the associated shipping requirements. The following categories are eligible for shipment, but strict compliance with packaging specifications, declaration requirements, and destination regulations (especially for air freight) is mandatory. All items require customers to provide accurate declaration information and cooperate with our security inspection procedures.
1. Powered / Built-in battery / Compatible battery
(Major Categories Subject to Air Transport Restrictions)
Transportable representative items (requires battery capacity declaration + compliance with UN38.3 standard):
- Mobile phones/tablets (built-in batteries)
- Wireless Bluetooth headphones (e.g., AirPods-like devices)
- Smartwatches/fitness trackers
- Electric toothbrushes/shavers
- Compact cameras/drones (batteries <100Wh)
Critical Items (Limited availability on most channels or require special channels):
- Power banks (battery-only, typically limited to 100Wh per unit)
- Electric toys (with built-in batteries may be shipped, but must be declared.
2. Liquids / Pastes / Gels
(Leakage / Flammability Risk)
Representative Items Permitted for Transport (Must be leak-proof packaging + total volume restrictions, typically <100-500ml per bottle):
- Toner / Lotion / Cream (non-alcoholic base)
- Lipstick / Lip Balm / Eye Shadow Cream
- Shampoo / Body Wash (small travel-size bottles)
- Toothpaste / Hand Cream
- Honey / Jam (small quantities, non-meat)
Critical Items (Very Few Channels Accept or Require Special Declaration):
- Nail polish (contains solvents)
- Perfume (high alcohol content)
3. Powdered Substances
(White/Unidentified Powders Most Sensitive)
Representative Items Permitted for Shipping (Must be sealed packaging + accompanied by composition details, non-white/unidentified powders):
- Loose Powder / Blush / Eye Shadow Powder (Color Cosmetic Powder)
- Chili Powder / Seasoning Powder (Dried Food Category)
- Face Mask Powder (Single-Serve Instant Type)
Critical Items:
- Chemical Pigment Powder (MSDS Safety Data Sheet required)
4. Food / Health Supplements
(Quarantine + Ingredient Sensitivity)
Representative Items Permitted for Shipping (Must be dried goods, non-meat, and non-traditional Chinese medicine ingredients):
- Nuts / Dried Fruits / Spicy Snack Strips
- Tea Leaves / Herbal Tea
- Vitamin Tablets / Fish Oil Softgels (Non-Liquid)
- Lushipin Noodles / Instant Noodle Seasoning Packets
- Chocolate / Candy (Non-Melting Types)
Controversial Items (Rejected by Most Channels):
- Dried meat products (such as beef jerky)
- Chinese herbal medicines
5. Magnetic Items
(Interferes with aviation instruments)
Representative items that can be transported (must be weakly magnetic or properly packaged to demagnetize):
- Standard speakers/headphones (with built-in small magnets)
- Fridge magnets / small magnetic crafts
- Magnetic therapy health products (low-intensity magnetic fields)
Important Notice:
- All sensitive items must be packaged using our company's designated professional packaging materials, with accurate declarations of product name, composition, and quantity.
- Certain items require additional documentation (e.g., MSDS, battery test reports, ingredient specifications).
- Final shipment approval is subject to our risk control review. Destination country/region policies may impose additional restrictions.
- For any unlisted items, please consult customer service in advance for confirmation.
Cost, timing, and acceptance boundaries
- Cost: Special packaging, documentation, inspection, storage, and carrier surcharges may apply. The shipping calculator is an estimate; the confirmed quote depends on the destination, billable weight, dimensions, and available route.
- Timing: Review time and transit time vary by product and route. Batteries, liquids, powders, and food can require extra checks or a slower channel.
- Limits: Carrier, customs, airline, and destination rules can override this general list. CNCartGo may refuse an item or request more evidence even when a similar item was previously accepted.
- Next step: For an item not clearly covered here, use Get a Quote before placing the order. Check the Payment Policy before paying.
Special goods FAQ
Can I ship a power bank or spare battery?
It depends on the battery type, capacity, packaging, destination, and carrier. Send the exact specification first; do not assume a battery-only shipment is available.
Are liquids, perfume, or cosmetics accepted?
Some non-flammable cosmetics and small sealed liquids may be reviewable, while alcohol-based, leaking, or restricted products often need a special route or are refused. The route review is the deciding step.
What documents should I prepare?
Depending on the item, prepare product photos, ingredient or material details, battery capacity, an MSDS, a UN38.3 test report, or other destination-required information. Customer service will tell you what is necessary.
Can the shipping calculator guarantee the price?
No. It provides a planning estimate. Special handling and the final carrier route are confirmed only after the item and destination are reviewed.
Last reviewed: September 5, 2026. Marketplace rules, fees and shipping coverage change over time; check the live pages for current terms.