Sending Cosmetics And Skincare Products – Precautions For International Shipping
Christmas Limited Offer HKD60 Discount | Download FreightAmigo APP | Restricted Shipping Items === Christmas is coming soon! Cosmetics, skin care products and perfumes are the hot choice on the Christmas gift recommendation list. Recently, many clients have asked us about sending cosmetics and skin care products overseas. However, the ingredients in many cosmetics and skin care products may fail to successfully pass the customs clearance process! Why? How can it be avoided? Take a look at the explanation below:
Products which allow to ship
Facial mask, such as paper mask, mud mask, gel mask
Cream-like products, such as eyeliner, lipstick, eyebrow cream, mascara, eyebrow dye, eyebrow pencil
Gel-like products, such as foundation, serum, cream
Eye shadow
Products which need extra attention
Why does FreightAmigo recommend you to check with our CS before sending the goods? It is because the ingredients of many products will be classified as dangerous goods – client may need to submit MSDS reports/some products will be rejected directly by the service provider! Moreover, different logistics service providers have different shipping restrictions. How much time you need to spend to study all of them? Stop wasting time & cost! You can refer to the following examples or directly ask our online customer service for help, which is a simpler way:
Alcoholic Ingredients Such As Makeup Remover Toner Perfume
Alcoholic ingredients, such as makeup remover, toner, perfume
Contain medicinal ingredients, such as ointments containing steroids
Compressed gas or spray products, including sunscreen spray, compressed deodorant
Liquid products: such as eye drops, shampoo
Powdered products, such as pressed powder, blush
Oil products such as nail polish
What Is MSDS Report For Dangerous Goods
Read more: What is MSDS report? After understanding the shipping restrictions, it’s time to arrange the shipment~ FreightAmigo is the 1-stop supply chain finance eMarketplace which can help! Once the online appointment is confirmed, the courier staff will come to pick up the parcel at the designated date and time. Throughout the journey, customers can also track the latest status of the shipment online, which is convenient and safe to send! Have a look at the booking example below:
Step 1
Register for free, log in to the FreightAmigoplatform. At the "Instant Quote" page, enter the origin & destination, select the type "Parcel", enter other cargo information, then click "Search".
Step 2
FreightAmigo based on the cargo information you entered, the quote options and required transit time of different international courier service providers will be listed for you to compare, and you can immediately see the cheapest price. After selecting the desired quotation, you can click "Book" to place an order. If you wish to send urgent items, you can choose "Fastest" in the sorting option, and you will see the quotation with the shortest shipping time~ Compared with customer's walk-in and asking courier companies, FreightAmigoquotation is much cheaper!
Step 3
Fill in the relevant shipping information, i.e. pick up date and time, and then select the payment method for online booking.
List Cosmetics Details To Avoid Customs Clearance Delay
*Friendly reminder: There are tons of cosmetics & skincare product. To avoid the delay of customs clearance, you should list the details as much as possible~ Have a look at the example:
In addition to receiving an email confirmation from FreightAmigoafter payment, you can also download from “My Shipment/Email” and print the shipping document on one side. Tutorial here Most important! Customers can track the shipment stop, and send it safely and at ease!
With FreightAmigo's"Track & Trace" function, you can check the status of DHL, UPS, FedEx and other courier companies on one platform. Or just go to "My Shipment" and you can track the status of the package in real time. You don't need to check it on different websites and know the latest shipment status in real time! Learn to use the FreightAmigoplatform and easily save your time! If you are interested, you can try the online quotation or use the green icon "Amigo Chat" in the lower right corner to find customer service for help!
FAQ
What cosmetics and skincare products can be shipped internationally?
Cream, gel, and mask products are generally allowed. Facial masks, cream-like items such as lipstick and mascara, gel products like foundation and serum, and eye shadow may ship without issue.
Which products require extra attention before shipping?
Items with alcoholic, medicinal, or pressurized contents often face restrictions. Makeup remover, toner, perfume, steroid ointments, sprays, liquids, powders, and nail polish may need review or be rejected by carriers.
Why might some cosmetics need an MSDS report?
Certain ingredients classify products as dangerous goods. Service providers may require MSDS documentation or refuse shipment directly, and rules vary by carrier.
How do I start booking a shipment on FreightAmigo?
Register, enter origin and destination details, then search for quotes. Compare options by price or speed and select the preferred service to proceed.
What steps complete the booking process?
Choose a quote, enter pickup information, and pay online. The platform lists transit times and prices from multiple couriers for easy comparison.
Why list detailed cosmetics information on the shipment documents?
Detailed listings help avoid customs clearance delays. Providing full product descriptions ensures smoother processing through international borders.
How can I track a cosmetics shipment after booking?
Use the FreightAmigo Track & Trace function for real-time updates. Monitor status across DHL, UPS, FedEx and other carriers from one platform without visiting multiple sites.