controlled good

[kənˈtroʊld ɡʊd]
nounpl: controlled goods
bem controlado
1. A product or substance whose manufacture, possession, sale, or distribution is regulated by government authorities due to safety, health, security, or legal concerns
Firearms and ammunition are controlled goods that require special licenses to purchase.
Armas de fogo e munição são bens controlados que requerem licenças especiais para compra.
2. Items subject to export/import restrictions or regulations by customs and regulatory agencies
Certain pharmaceuticals are classified as controlled goods and cannot be shipped internationally without proper documentation.
Certos produtos farmacêuticos são classificados como bens controlados e não podem ser enviados internacionalmente sem documentação adequada.
3. Substances or materials regulated due to their potential for abuse, danger, or illegal use
Narcotic drugs are controlled goods under federal law.
Drogas narcóticas são bens controlados conforme a lei federal.
This is primarily a legal and regulatory term used in commerce, customs, and government administration. In both the USA and Brazil, controlled goods encompass items like weapons, pharmaceuticals, hazardous materials, and narcotics. Understanding controlled goods classifications is essential for international business, customs clearance, and legal compliance. The term is formal and used in official documentation, business transactions, and law enforcement contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
regulated goodrestricted goodcontrolled substancerestricted substanceregulated substance
Antonyms / Antônimos
uncontrolled goodunrestricted goodfreely available good

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
bem controlado
Standard term used in regulatory and legal contexts
General Brazilian
produto controlado
Alternative term emphasizing the product aspect
Portugal
bem controlado
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; used in legal and customs documentation
Portugal
artigo regulamentado
Alternative European Portuguese term

Related Words

controlled substanceexport controlimport restrictionlicensing requirementregulatory compliancecustoms regulationgovernment oversight

Related Idioms & Phrases

subject to government regulation
require special licensing
fall under regulatory oversight
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