Know the nail mail regulations

There were some recent changes made to the postal system that you need to know if you’re putting nail products through the post. Whether you’re posting out retail sales to clients or a just lacquer lover, failing to comply with the guidelines could even see your parcel disposed of. Save yourself disappointment and swot up on the facts.

“To comply with national and international regulations governing the carriage of mail, and ensure that mail in transport does not present a danger to the general public, we restrict or prohibit certain items from our network,” explains a spokesperson from the Royal Mail. “‘Dangerous goods’ are articles or substances which are capable of posing a risk to health, safety, property or the environment. Existing regulations prohibit sending nearly all dangerous goods in the mail. Prohibited items – such as explosives and corrosive liquids – must never be sent in the post.”

Nail products, such as varnishes, gels and gel polish, fall into the category of ‘restricted items’, meaning that they can be posted – but packaging, volume, quantity, labelling and product restrictions do apply. Nail varnish removers, on the other hand, are prohibited as they are a flammable liquid.

Do you know how to ensure your nail mail is meeting regulation? Turn to page 94 of your March issue of Scratch for all the details!

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