What Not To Move
Before your possessions are packed and loaded, it is important that you understand which items cannot be shipped because they represent a hazard or are perishable. The carrier assumes no responsibility for these articles that are not accepted for transportation should they come into his/her possession without his/her knowledge. Listed below are some common non-allowable items that you will need to address prior to your pack and load dates:
Hazardous Materials - items that are flammable, corrosive or explosive.
Examples include:
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Aerosols |
Gasoline |
Paints |
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Ammonia |
Household Batteries |
Pesticides |
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Ammunition |
Kerosene |
Poisons |
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Car Batteries |
Lamp Oil |
Pool Chemicals |
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Charcoal |
Liquid Bleach |
Propane |
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Charcoal Lighter Fluid |
Matches |
Sterno |
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Chemistry Sets |
Motor Oil |
Varnishes |
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Cleaning Solvents |
Nail Polish |
Weed Killer |
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Fertilizer |
Nail Polish Remover |
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Fireworks |
Paint Thinner |
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Perishables - food, plants or living things that may die or spoil in transit.
Examples include:
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Frozen Food |
Plants |
Refrigerated Foods |
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Open or Half-Used Foods |
Produce |
Pet Food |
Items of personal importance/sentimental value
This third category of “non-allowable items,” while not representing a physical threat, can create problems, should your shipment be delayed or items lost. The impact of a loss or delay can be lessened if irreplaceable, sentimental items are carried with you and not packed with your shipment. Either transport these items yourself or make arrangements with your banker for their transfer.
Examples include:
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Address Books |
Insurance Policies |
Research Projects |
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Airline Tickets |
IRAs/Deeds/Tax Records |
Medical/School Records |
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Car Keys |
Jewelry/Furs |
Software Backups |
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CD’s |
Medicine |
Stamps/Coins |
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Checkbooks |
Personal Video Tapes |
Sterling Silver |
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Computer Disks |
Photographs/Photo Albums |
Stocks/Bonds |
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Financial Documents |
Professional Files |
Valuable Papers |