The holiday season is here again, which means an increase in orders is just around the corner. The busier you are, the easier it is to make mistakes like taking the wrong measurements or leaving old labels on packages. These mistakes can lead to costly adjustments and package returns.and Shipping deadline is introduced and carriers’ shipping volumes increase, meaning they won’t have time to waste reshipping orders.that’s why stamp.com and UPS Here are some things to keep in mind to help you avoid additional charges.
Note: These additional fees apply year-round, not just during the holiday season.
Please check the packaging before reusing
If the packaging seems unstable or flimsy, it’s safe to throw it away and recycle it. USPS and UPS Each website offers free shipping supplies that can be ordered directly to your home or business. You can also order certain USPS shipping supplies directly. Stamp.com account.
If the packaging is sturdy enough to be reused, look for old labels or other special markings (dangerous goods stickers, perishable food warnings, etc…). Be sure to remove anything that doesn’t apply to your new package to avoid incurring additional charges due to incorrect packaging or additional processing that your package didn’t actually require. Your orders will be delivered to their destination without any delays, so your shipping budget won’t be strained.
Use appropriate packaging for your order
During the holiday season, orders come in for everything from breakable items like coffee mugs to sweets like chocolate. One is clearly more fragile than the other, but both items can withstand movement with additional support. Wrap the item and fill the gap between the item and the outer box with kraft paper or other recyclable material. We recommend using pressure-sensitive plastic or nylon-reinforced tape that is at least 2 inches/5.08 centimeters wide. This will ensure the package is tightly sealed and reduce the chance of someone opening a broken present on Christmas morning.
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Check cargo dimensions
This cannot be emphasized enough. Please double check all dimensions before entering your shipment dimensions — Santa sometimes checks the list twice. Measure the length, width, and height of your package multiple times and round up the weight of your package to the nearest pound if necessary. This allows you to better avoid freight charge corrections. If your shipment is not a traditional shape, please take a photo of the dimensions in case you need it later. We have listed some commonly published information. additional fee Under.
- Additional processing – Non-standard packages require special care when passing through UPS operations and may incur additional charges. Such examples include, but are not limited to:
- Items that are not fully packaged in a cardboard shipping container
- Packages where the outer shipping container is covered with shrink wrap or stretch wrap
- Cylindrical tube package
- Metal/Plastic/Cloth Bound Package
- Packages with a single dimension less than 1 inch
- Baggage whose longest side exceeds 48 inches or whose second longest side exceeds 30 inches
- large package – Oversized packages require special attention and may incur additional charges if the package meets the specifications below. If special oversized baggage charges apply, there will be no additional charges.
- Luggage can be up to 90 pounds
- Packages can be up to 130 inches in length and circumference ((2 x width) + (2 x height))
- Package length is up to 96 inches
- exceeds maximum size – Shipments that exceed the maximum value are packages that are not compatible with the UPS system and must be shipped using an alternate shipping method. Please make sure your package follows the guidelines below to avoid having your package returned or being subject to additional charges.
- Baggage can be up to 150 pounds
- Package length and girth ((2 x width) + (2 x height)) can be up to 165 inches
- Package length is up to 108 inches
To support small businesses, UPS does not apply demand surcharges to sellers on Stamps.com†.
dimensions weight
In some cases, the actual weight of a package may differ from the weight claimed for the package. dimensions weight Reflects the volume of the package. This is the amount of space a package occupies relative to its actual weight. This means that the weight is based on the dimensions of the package, not the weight that appears when you put it on the scale. There are several steps you can take to determine whether to use dimensional weight or actual weight to determine shipping costs.
- Calculate package volume by multiplying length, width, and height
- (Length x Width x Height)
- This number less than 1728shipping charges are determined by the actual weight of the package.
- number is greater than 1728then divide it by a carrier-specific number to determine the DIM weight.
- For USPS and UPS shipping on Stamps.com, Divide this volume by 166
- For FedEx shipments, Divide this number by 139
How can adding UPS Shipping to my Stamps.com account help me save money?
Stamps.com customers must already have UPS available as a shipping carrier when they open their account. However, to add UPS as a carrier:
Go to Settings > select Common, then select Carriers > add new carrier > click UPS
Adding UPS as a carrier will give you more carrier options with our service. rate advisor, you can find the most affordable rates for your mailing and shipping needs. When you ship with UPS at Stamps.com, you can take advantage of all of these benefits, including up to 78% off with UPS.®Up to 73% for ground shipping, UPS 2nd Day Air® Services, and UPS Next Day Air® Up to 82% off* services, and international services.
The best gifts you’ll receive this holiday season are ones that don’t cost extra shipping. Removing old labels, using durable packaging materials, and double-checking all shipping dimensions are all notable ways to reduce your chances of receiving these charges.Also, add a UPS® Save on shipping during the holiday season and beyond by shipping to your Stamps.com account.
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*Discounted from UPS® daily rate. Prices are limited to shipping from the United States only. Prices and applicable discounts are subject to change at any time without notice.
†Demand surcharges do not only apply to accounts opened with Stamps.com.
