Hey folks, I recently ran into something strange while prepping for a move. I had this unopened container of nail polish remover – you know, still factory-sealed, not leaking or anything. I figured it was totally fine to toss it in with the rest of the bathroom stuff. But when the movers saw it, they flat-out refused to take it, even though I told them it was just acetone and properly sealed. I get it might be flammable, but it caught me off guard that something so common could be an issue. Anyone else run into this kind of thing before or know why they’re so strict?
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Why are some household substances considered prohibited for transportation even in sealed packaging?
Why are some household substances considered prohibited for transportation even in sealed packaging?
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Funny enough, I never really thought about this until now. I’ve moved a couple of times but usually just packed stuff myself or left behind anything even slightly questionable. Reading this makes me realize how complicated moving logistics can get behind the scenes – especially with safety rules most of us don’t even know exist.
That actually happened to me too last summer – I had a small gas can for the lawnmower, completely empty but with the cap on tight, and the movers said nope, not allowed. It felt like overkill at first, but then I dug into the rules and realized that a lot of everyday items are considered hazardous under transport regulations. If you’re curious, this page really helped me understand the logic behind what gets rejected: what movers wont move. Apparently it’s not just about whether it’s sealed, but more about risk during transport – heat, pressure, fumes, that kind of thing. Definitely makes you rethink what "harmless" means when moving stuff across the country.