Transcription of Poster 74 - Packaging Pointers - USPS
1 Max. Weight (lb.) Box Grade20 12540 17570 275 Adhesive flaps or Packaging tapePadding such as cotton, newspaper, foam, or plastic bubble sheets to prevent shiftingPadded envelopes or small cardboard boxesFiberboard boxes or tubes (tube ends should equal side wall strength) with length not more than 10 times girthPreformed fiberboard or foamed plastic shapes to brace item and support container s surfacePackaging tape (or glue for tube ends)Fiberboard boxes (at least 175 box grade)Foamed plastic or padding to distribute shocks and separate item from container surfaces, individually wrapped itemsPackaging tape (used also to reinforce edges)Fiberboard boxes (at least 175 box grade, holding up to 20 pounds)Interior fiberboard separators or tape reinforcement to prevent shiftingPackaging tape (used also to reinforce edges)
2 Self-supporting boxes or tear-resistant bagsNone necessaryPackaging tape or self-sealing bagLeakproof interior containers packed within durable outer containersBetween interior and outer containers, absorbent wrapping materials to soak up spills and prevent shiftingPackaging tapeSift-proof interior containers packed within durable sift-proof outer containersPadding such as newspaper to prevent shiftingPackaging tapePackaging tapeOdor-proof containersFiberboard boxes (at least 175 box grade, holding up to 20 pounds)Fiberboard pads for blocking and bracing to prevent shiftingPackaging tape (used also to reinforce edges)Absorbent wrapping materials to soak up liquids and prevent shiftingSmall OddShapesFragileItemsShiftingItemsSoft GoodsHigh-DensityLoadsFor up to 10 poundsWrap each item with enough padding to keep the item from being damaged by shocks and padding should be uniform so that it distributes physical forces tape (2-inch minimum width)
3 Helps to prevent accidental labels must be readable from 30 inches away, must not be easily smeared or washed off by water, and should contain a ZIP Code .Kraft paper tape works for lighter loads (3 pounds or less).Reinforced kraft paper tape is a good second more details, see your retail the wrapped items from the container with more Manufacturer s CertificateIt s a good idea to enclose your return address and a list of the contentsin case the package opens while in PointersPaperboardContent Containers Cushioning ClosurePoster 74, August 2009 PSN 7690-03-000-9236 ReturnAddressDeliveryAddressPostage Area
