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We can box and package your items to get them safely
where you want them.
Our packaging specialists can pack standard, fragile
and custom packing, depending on what items you are shipping.
To Pack your items yourself
See ups packaging
Guidelines
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| Here are some general packaging guidelines that will help you
prepare your package for shipping. Please visit related links to
other guideline areas for more detailed information. |
You can help make sure that your package arrives
safely and on time with these good packaging guidelines and
procedures developed from UPS research.
- Use a rigid box with flaps intact
- Remove any labels, hazardous materials indicators, and other
shipment markings from the box
- Wrap all items separately
- Use adequate cushioning material
- Use strong tape designed for shipping
- Do not use string or paper over-wrap
- Use a single address label that has clear, complete delivery
and return information
- Place a duplicate address label inside the package
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UPS has established specific weight and size limits
for the packages that you send with all UPS services. The
restrictions below only pertain to individual packages. There are no
limits to the total weight of your shipment or the total number of
packages in your shipment.
- Packages can be up to 150 lbs (70 kg)
- Packages can be up to 165 inches (419 cm) in length and girth
combined
- Packages can be up to 108 inches (270 cm) in length
- Packages that weigh more than 70 lbs (31.5 kg, 25 kg within
the EU) require a special heavy-package label and will be subject
to an Additional Handling Charge
- Packages with a large size-to-weight ratio require special
pricing and dimensional weight calculations
Note: Packages that exceed UPS weight and size
limits are subject to an Over Maximum Limits charge.
The limits listed above apply to most packages and destinations, but
there are some variances because of different local restrictions in
some countries. Please contact UPS for more details. |
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