It is well known that things like Drugs, weapons of all kinds, including hazardous chemicals, are considered Prohibited Items In sending parcels both domestically and internationally. Even if we pack things well. But the shipping company does not accept delivery because it is illegal under the Postal Act (Postal Act).
But in addition to the above three types of dangerous items, there are many other items that have been blacklisted. Both the sender and the receiver may be prosecuted separately. For those who still don't know what these prohibited items are. Today we will take you to find out what you should know about contraband. And what kind of items need a license to send packages?
7 Items prohibited from sending parcels
There are seven main types of prohibited items that cannot be delivered, and some of them, if detected, may be punishable by law for both the sender and the receiver.
1. Live animals
Since most packages take at least 3-5 days to be delivered, live animals are exposed to suffocation or risk of being piled on top of other items before they reach their destination.
2. Addictions
Those who possess drugs are considered guilty of an offence under the Narcotic Drugs Act B.E. 2522 (1979) and sending drugs by mail is punishable by imprisonment from 4 – 5 years or a fine ranging from 80,000 – 300,000 baht.
3. Pornography
It is considered prohibited under the Postal Act because it is immoral. In addition, some pornographic materials qualify as wrong. The Act also deals with cultural order.
4. Explosive/flammable
Explosives and flammable materials such as firecrackers, fireworks, gas cans may be exposed to heat, shock, moisture during transportation, resulting in chemical reactions that can cause an explosion.
5. Sharp objects without enclosures
Sharp objects such as knives, cutlery, axes that are not properly wrapped are prohibited items because they can harm both the courier staff and the recipient.
6. Banknotes
This is because banknotes are a high-value item. Especially if it is a bundle of banknotes, it is worth tens of thousands or hundreds of thousands. If it is lost or damaged during transportation, it may cause a litigation dispute.
7. Pirated items
Not only can the recipient be punished by law, but the sender may also be punishable for copyright infringement.
The main requirements of the Land Transport Act B.E. 2522 (1979) that transport service providers must comply with are as follows.
- The transport operator must obtain proper permission from the registrar.
- The transport operator must not use the wrong type of vehicle for transportation.
- Must comply with the conditions specified in the transport license, such as the number of vehicles used for transportation, vehicle characteristics.
- A vehicle identification book and a report on transportation must be prepared.
- The driver must not drive the transport vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Transport vehicles must clearly affix license plates and tax markings.
Now that everyone knows that. What is prohibited from transporting? Some are more cautious when sending parcels. Don't accidentally send any of the 7 types of contraband if you don't want to be prosecuted under the law.
Data Source
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- https://www.makesend.asia/terms-of-service/
- https://www.dharmniti.co.th/non-postal-item/
- https://www.punpro.com/p/things-do-not-send-post2019
- https://hongthaipackaging.com/blog/prohibited-items-thailand-post/
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