Ship Restrict Blog
Insights and guides on shipping restrictions, compliance, and inventory management.
Understanding FFLs: Types, Requirements & E-Commerce Implications
Think of a Federal Firearms License (FFL) as the essential business permit for anyone in the firearms industry. It's not optional. Just like a doctor needs a medical license to practice medicine, you absolutely must have an FFL from the...
Pepper Spray & Self-Defense Shipping Restrictions by State
Selling self-defense products online seems straightforward, but it comes with a massive catch: a confusing and frustrating web of **pepper spray and self-defense product shipping restrictions by state**. While pepper spray is legal for personal use in all **50 states**,...
How State Excise Taxes Affect Online Alcohol Sales and Shipping
State excise taxes are a tough but unavoidable reality for anyone selling alcohol online. In a nutshell, they drive up costs for your customers, make shipping a logistical headache, and force sellers to navigate a maze of compliance rules. Think...
Vape and E-Cigarette Shipping: PACT Act Compliance for Online Stores
If you're selling vapes and e-cigarettes online, your shipping process is no longer business as usual. Navigating the PACT Act is now a strict requirement, covering nearly every vaping product you can think of—even those without any nicotine. The single...
International Shipping Restrictions for Sporting Goods & Outdoor Equipment
Shipping sporting goods across borders feels like playing a game where every country has its own, unwritten rulebook. **Critical mistakes often happen at customs**, a place where seemingly harmless items—like a tactical knife for camping—get flagged as weapons, oversized gear...
Knife Shipping Laws: State-by-State Restrictions & Blade Limits
Shipping knives in the United States isn't straightforward; it's a tangled mess of laws that can trip up even seasoned sellers and collectors. The rules change dramatically from one state to the next, creating a complex web of regulations where...