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Short answer
Whether a product can be shipped abroad depends on three rules: whether it is free to leave Türkiye, air transport and carrier rules (especially for dangerous goods such as batteries, perfume and sprays), and the destination country's import rules. Clothing, books and handmade products usually ship without problems; products such as medicines, food, batteries and perfume are subject to special conditions.
Verdict table by product
| Product | Status | Short note |
|---|---|---|
| Medicines | Prohibited | Cannot be shipped with Cargonet — medicines are on our list of prohibited items |
| Food | Conditional | Perishable food (meat, fish, eggs) and cooking oils are not accepted; durable packaged food is conditional |
| Perfume | Prohibited | Cannot be shipped with Cargonet — perfume and deodorant are on the prohibited list |
| Cosmetics | Conditional | An MSDS is required for liquid and chemical products; deodorant and perfume are not accepted |
| Phones and Electronics | Conditional | Prior approval is needed for batteries inside devices; loose batteries and magnetic products are not accepted |
| Batteries | Prohibited | Cannot be shipped with Cargonet — batteries and power banks are on the prohibited list |
| Jewellery and Precious Metals | Conditional | Jewellery can be sent; securities, antiques, bullion and loose precious stones are not accepted |
| Medical Devices | Conditional | Subject to the destination country's licensing rules; products containing medicines are not accepted |
| Car Parts | Conditional | Clean, dry parts can be sent; parts containing oil, fluids, batteries or airbags are not accepted |
| Books | Allowed | Books and printed publications can be sent |
| Clothing and Textiles | Allowed | Clothing and home textiles can be sent; there may be restrictions on used clothing |
| Handmade Products | Allowed | Handmade products can be sent; artworks, antiques and products containing seeds are not accepted |
| Furniture and Bulky Items | Allowed | Can be sent; sturdy packaging is a must and the price is based on volumetric weight |
| Carpets and Rugs | Allowed | New carpets and kilims can be sent; antique carpets and kilims are not accepted |
General information; the specifics of each product and destination country are confirmed at the quote stage.
How is it decided whether a product can be shipped?
- 1Leaving Türkiye
Is the product free to export? Taking some products, such as cultural property, out of Türkiye is prohibited.
- 2Transport rules
Does the product count as dangerous goods in air transport? Batteries, perfume, sprays and chemicals are subject to special rules.
- 3Destination country
Is the product free to import, or is a permit or registration needed? For food, medicines and cosmetics, country rules decide.
For the general list of banned products, see items that cannot be shipped abroad, and for dangerous goods, our MSDS guide.
Frequently asked questions
Which products cannot be shipped abroad?
Narcotic substances, weapons and explosives, counterfeit goods, cultural property and, for most countries, meat and dairy products cannot be shipped. Products such as batteries, perfume and sprays can only be sent under special rules.
Can I send a product that is not on the list?
Share your product's contents and the destination country; let's assess together whether it is suitable for transport and customs before shipping.