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Pepper Spray → France
Purpose: Traveling · Verified: 2026-04-24
Category D2 weapon; declaration required
Details
France classifies pepper spray (concentration above 2%) as a Category D2 weapon. Purchase and possession are legal for self-defense but the spray must be declared. Travelers can bring personal pepper spray but should declare it. Lower-concentration sprays are less restricted.
Quantity limit
Personal use with declaration
Documentation required
- Customs declaration if carrying multiple canisters
Legal reference
Internal Security Code, French Weapons Classification
IATA dangerous goods
Pepper Spray is classified under Class 2.2 — Non-flammable, non-toxic gas. Cabin and checked-baggage limits apply on top of customs rules.
Practical advice
Legal for self-defense. Higher concentrations require declaration.
Customs authority
Direction générale des douanes et droits indirects (DGDDI — French Customs) · https://www.douane.gouv.fr