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Plants and plant cuttings are not considered a dangerous good unless they contain Genetically Modified Micro-organisms (GMMO) or Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO). However, depending on the plant, it may be subject to quarantine. Please refer to the Department of Agriculture for more information.

Magnesium and Ferrocerium fire starters and spark rods, like the ones commercially available for outdoor camping, are not considered a Dangerous Good.

Candles are not considered to be a dangerous good. However, associated items like candlesticks and various candlestick holders may be considered as a security risk. For more information about security related items, please refer to the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development.

Not considered a dangerous good.

Car batteries, wet batteries, or spillable batteries are prohibited from both carry-on and checked baggage unless being used to power a mobility aid or wheelchair.

The battery must not have a voltage greater than 12 volts and a Watt-hour rating of not greater than 100 Wh. Equipment must either be protected from inadvertent activation, or the battery disconnected and exposed terminals insulated. Spare batteries must be protected from short circuit by the effective insulation of exposed terminals. No more than two individually protected batteries per person. Passengers should check with their airline for operator variations.

Not a DG but airlines may restrict large volumes. Conditions may vary for international travel.

Asbestos must be immersed or fixed in a natural or artificial binder (such as cement, plastics, asphalt, resins or mineral ore) in such a way that no escape of respirable asbestos fibres can occur during transport. Manufactured articles, containing asbestos and not meeting this requirement must be packed so that no escape of respirable asbestos fibres can occur during transport.

There are certain items that you are not allowed to take in your carry-on baggage because they present a security risk. Prohibited items include, but are not limited to: sporting goods, kitchen utensils, tools, and other things with sharp edges or points capable of injuring someone. For more information about security related items, please refer to the Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development.