Prohibited Items for International Shipments
from India
Vayulogi services
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
Electronics & Digital Equipment
- 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
- 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Countries in which the customers need to hire a broker to clear the customs are:
– China
– Brazil
– Bangladesh
– Japan
– South Africa
– Taiwan
– Mexico
– African countries
Countries, where we don't ship includes:-
Afghanistan,
Haiti,
Kiribati,
Equatorial Guinea,
Pakistan,
Liberia,
Mayotte Island,
Guinea-Bissau,
Belarus,
Rwanda,
Nauru,
Sierra Leone,
Cuba,
Somalia,
Niue,
Yemen Arab Republic,
Iran,
St. Helena,
St.Pierre and Miquelon,
Russia,
Iraq,
Sudan,
Solomon Islands,
Lebanon,
Libya,
Democratic Republic of the Congo,
Tajikistan,
Belarus,
North Korea,
Comoros,
Tokelu Islands,
Ukraine,
Syria,
Falkland Islands,
Tuvalu,
Palestine,
Myanmar (formerly Burma),
Johnston Island,
Wake Islands,
If you are unsure about delivery availability to your country, we recommend contacting the Vayulogi 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.