What are FedEx box sizes?

What are FedEx box sizes?

Standard boxes available in-store at FedEx Office

Is FedEx small box free?

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 is the smallest package FedEx will ship?

For express shipments smaller than 7″ x 4″ x 2″, use a FedEx Express packaging option, or you can purchase other packaging at a FedEx Office location. Double-box fragile items with 3″ of cushioning in and around the smaller box.

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.

Can I use my own box for FedEx?

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.

Does FedEx charge by weight or box size?

We calculate prices using either the dimensional weight (dim weight) or actual weight of the package—whichever is greater. (Dim weight reflects a package’s density—that is, the amount of space a package occupies in relation to its actual weight.) Usually, the bigger and heavier your shipment is, the more it will cost.

Which is cheaper FedEx or ups?

If you need faster delivery, parcel shipping is the cheapest option. UPS is typically slightly cheaper than FedEx.

Is USPS cheaper than FedEx?

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.

How can I ship a small item cheap?

The cheapest way to ship small items under 1 lb is through USPS. USPS First Class Mail is ideal for items under 13 ounces, such as thin and flat items, documents, and letters. Prices start at $0.426 for commercial and $0.58 for non-commercial shipments, with delivery in 1-3 days.

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”

Does FedEx charge by pound?

1 From origin to destination anywhere in the contiguous U.S. Any fraction of a pound is rounded up to the next-higher pound. M a x im u m W e ig h t in L b s . FedEx Home Delivery Shipments A $2.55 residential surcharge per package will be added to FedEx Home Delivery shipments.

Do dimensions 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.

Do package dimensions matter?

A package’s billable weight will be the greater of its actual or DIM weight. When it comes to DIM weight, every inch matters. Increase the size of that 12x12x12 box to 14x14x14, and the weight goes up to 20 pounds. This makes it extremely important to choose the right packaging for your items.

Does box size affect shipping cost?

The smaller a box you use will, as a general rule of thumb, reduce your shipping costs. Our software is set to default to 1 cubic foot for Packages when no dimensions are entered. If you know your box is less than 1 cubic foot, select Packages. You don’t have to do anything different when shipping.

What is cheapest FedEx shipping method?

FedEx Cheapest Domestic Shipping

Can I use duct tape to ship FedEx?

Do not use cellophane tape, duct tape, masking tape, string, or rope to seal packages. Place delivery information inside and outside the package.

Can I ship a box with logos on it?

Can I ship something in the original box with company logos on it? Yes, you can ship the items in their original box, and it is the most recommended way for sending various items. That is because the package is already pre-made to fit that particular product; thus, the risk of damage lower.