What are standard box sizes for shipping?
Common Package Sizes
- Mailing box measuring 4 x 4 x 2”
- Mailing box measuring 6 x 6 x 2”
- Mailing box measuring 8 x 5 x 3”
- Mailing box measuring 8 x 6 x 4”
- Mailing box measuring 9 x 8 x 3”
- Mailing box measuring 10 x 9 x 4”
- Mailing box measuring 14 x 10 x 4”
- Shipping box measuring 6 x 6 x 6”
Can you use any box for FedEx shipping?
You may use your own packaging if boxes are sturdy and undamaged with all flaps intact. Chipboard boxes, such as gift or shoe boxes, must be packed into a corrugated outer box. Use double-wall boxes for heavier items. Place small packages inside a larger outer box.
What size is FedEx large box?
FedEx® Large Box Inside dimensions: 17.88″ x 12.38″ x 3″ (45.40 cm x 31.43 cm x 7.62 cm). Maximum weight allowed: 20 lbs. (9.07 kg). Weight when empty: 14.5 oz.
What size is FedEx medium box?
13.25″ x 11.5″ x 2.38″
FedEx® Medium Box Inside dimensions: 13.25″ x 11.5″ x 2.38″ (33.66 cm x 29.21 cm x 6.03 cm). Maximum weight allowed: 20 lbs. (9.07 kg). Weight when empty: 6.5 oz.
What is the standard package size?
Generally, commercial parcels must measure: At least 3 inches high x 6 inches long x 1/4 inch thick. Except for USPS Retail Ground and Parcel Select, no mailpiece may measure more than 108 inches in length and girth combined.
Does FedEx care about dimensions?
*FedEx reserves the right to re-weigh and measure each package to verify the actual weight and dimensional weight provided by the sender. If the dimensional weight exceeds the actual weight, the package will be rated based on dimensional weight and subject to additional charges.
Is it cheaper to ship FedEx or USPS?
For shipping packages less than two lbs., USPS is usually cheaper than FedEx. When it comes to shipping parcels greater than two lbs., FedEx can be more cost-effective than USPS, offering cheaper rates. However, if you can fit your item into a small, medium, or large flat rate shipping box, USPS is cheaper than FedEx.
Does FedEx charge for their boxes?
Packaging is vital to the swift delivery of your shipment. We have therefore developed our own range of ready-to-use, self-sealing packaging in a choice of shapes and sizes. And they are all available free of charge when you give your shipments to FedEx*.
What size is a FedEx medium box?
Does the size of the box matter when shipping?
In the world of packaging, size definitely matters. Given the variables at play and the ever-changing, ever-increasing UPS and FedEx surcharges, this can be a very frustrating side effect of small-parcel shipping. However, this is one cost factor that can sometimes be controlled.
Does FedEx go by weight or box size?
The transport costs for your shipments are calculated on the basis of the total weight of all packages sent under one FedEx Air Waybill. A decisive factor for calculating the price, however, is whether the dimensional weight exceeds the actual weight*.
What is the size limit for a FedEx drop box?
Take your package and drop off at a retail location, or if your package is under 20″ x 12″ x 6″, you can also use a FedEx Drop Box near you. There are no additional fees for dropping off a package. There are no additional fees for dropping off a package.
Do FedEx large boxes fit in the FedEx drop box?
Use FedEx packaging or use your own packaging with a FedEx shipping label. Bring packages too large for the drop box to a staffed FedEx location. You can drop off your FedEx Express and FedEx Ground shipments, pick up shipping supplies, and more at any FedEx Ship Center.
What sizes of shipping boxes are available from FedEx?
Boxes for cost-effective international shipping Please note that FedEx 10kg Box or FedEx 25kg Box will only be available for your export and import shipments if you agree to pay the fixed 10kg or 25kg rate which will vary depending on the destination or origin. No discount can be applied. FedEx ® 10kg Box and FedEx ® 25kg Box
Where is the closest FedEx drop box?
Drop your packages in a FedEx ® Drop Box and get it on its way without any person-to-person contact. With thousands of FedEx Drop Boxes available nationwide, you can find one at a shopping center, grocery store or FedEx Office ® location near you. Big box? No problem. All drop boxes are designed to accept packages up to 20″x 12″ x 6″.