Prohibited Items & Dangerous Goods Policy – Transbaggage London, UK
At Transbaggage London, your safety and compliance with UK and international aviation regulations are our top priorities. We strictly enforce the prohibition of transporting certain dangerous and restricted items to ensure a secure and smooth travel experience for all passengers.
Items Prohibited in London, UK
Prohibited items are strictly forbidden from carriage aboard aircraft, whether carried in hand luggage or checked-in baggage, due to safety and security concerns. These include:
At Transbaggage London, your safety and compliance with UK and international aviation regulations are our top priorities. We strictly enforce the prohibition of transporting certain dangerous and restricted items to ensure a secure and smooth travel experience for all passengers.
Items Prohibited in London, UK
Prohibited items are strictly forbidden from carriage aboard aircraft, whether carried in hand luggage or checked-in baggage, due to safety and security concerns. These include:
•Firearms and Weapons: All types of guns, pistols, rifles, shotguns, toy guns, replicas, and imitation firearms capable of being mistaken for real weapons. Also included are bows, crossbows, harpoon guns, and slingshots.
•Explosives and Flammable Substances: Including fireworks, firecrackers, fireworks, sky lanterns, sparklers, and Christmas crackers containing restricted substances. Explosive materials such as dynamite, gunpowder, and plastic explosives are strictly forbidden.
•Ammunition & Military Stores: Cartridges, fuses, detonators, and other military explosive materials, including primers and blasting caps.
•Sharp Objects: Knives with blades over 6cm, scissors with blades over 6cm, razors, and other sharp objects, except for small, non-locking pocketknives under the size limit.
•Chemical, Toxic, and Radioactive Substances: Poisons, arsenic, cyanide, weedkillers, acids, corrosives, radioactive materials, and chemicals.
•Incapacitating Devices: Mace, pepper spray, stun guns, tasers, or any disabling chemicals or devices.
•Hydrocarbon Gas Devices: Gas cartridges, fuel, or gas-powered devices such as camping stoves with unspent fuel.
•Compressed Gases & Aerosols: Including butane, propane, and non-flammable aerosols in quantities exceeding allowed limits.
•Medical & Scientific Substances: Liquid nitrogen, infectious materials, or biological samples unless specifically approved and packed according to regulations.
•Other Dangerous Items: Vehicle fuel system components, hoverboards, e-scooters, and any other items that contain or are powered by dangerous substances.
UK-Specific Restricted & Forbidden Goods
In addition, UK law restricts or bans certain goods, including:
•Controlled Drugs & Narcotics: Importation or exportation of illegal substances and cannabis-derived products, including CBD, is strictly prohibited.
•Pirated Content & Counterfeit Goods: All counterfeit currency, artworks, and pirated media or publications are banned.
•Black Magic, Witchcraft, & Sorcery Items: Items that violate Islamic or UK public morals are not permitted.
•Gambling Equipment: Includes gaming machines and related accessories.
•Live Animals & Plants: Import and export require special permits from the relevant authorities (Ministry of Environment & Climate Change).
Items Requiring Prior Approval
Certain items can be transported in accordance with UK and IATA regulations, provided they have received prior approval:
•Medicines & Medical Devices: Carry prescriptions and note restrictions for controlled substances.
• Drones & Unmanned Aerial Vehicles: Allowed in checked luggage; restrictions apply.
Batteries & Power Banks: Must be carried in hand luggage, with limits on quantity and capacity.
•Radioactive & Scientific Equipment: Must comply with safety guidelines and possibly require special documentation.
•Heavy or Fragile Items: Items such as large sporting equipment or fragile scientific instruments should be packed securely and disclosed.
Important Safety Tips
•Always check with your airline for specific restrictions and approval processes.
•Pack prohibited items separately, declare certain items when necessary, and always adhere to capacity and size limits.
•Consult UK and airline-specific regulations before traveling, especially for high-value, dangerous, or restricted items.
For More Information
Visit the official UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) website or contact your airline for detailed guidance on dangerous goods and prohibited items. It’s your responsibility to ensure all items comply with UK regulations and airline policies.