What is the smallest size box UPS will ship?
Available Sizes
- Small: 13” x 11” x 2” (33.0 cm x 27.9 cm x 5.0 cm)
- Medium: 16” x 11” x 3” (40.6 cm x 27.9 cm x 7.6 cm)
- Large: 18” x 13” x 3” (45.7 cm x 33.0 cm x 7.6 cm)
What is the maximum dimension for UPS packages?
Over Maximum Size 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 pounds. Packages can be up to 165 inches in length and girth combined. Packages can be up to 108 inches in length.
Will UPS ship small packages?
You don’t need special packaging to ship with Simple Rate. You have the flexibility to use any box or mailer to fit your item or brand up to one cubic foot in size (1,728 cubic inches). What if my package is larger or heavier than Simple Rate limits?
Does UPS go by weight or size of box?
How do I determine the actual weight of my package? The actual weight is the package weight rounded up to the next whole pound. Use a scale to determine the weight of the package. Round any fraction of a pound to the next whole pound for UPS Express® Envelopes (letters) over eight ounces and all other packages.
Does UPS charge by weight or dimensions?
A Large Package Surcharge will be applied to each UPS package when its length plus girth [(2 x width) + (2 x height)] combined exceeds 300 cm, but does not exceed the maximum UPS size of 400 cm. Large Packages are subject to a minimum billable weight of 40 kg in addition to the Large Package Surcharge.
What is the cheapest way to ship a small package internationally?
USPS is the answer to the question of which international shipping carrier is the cheapest; FedEx provides the fastest shipping time, and UPS has the broadest coverage.
Is UPS or USPS cheaper for small packages?
UPS prices. UPS is often more expensive than USPS due to fees and surcharges, especially when it comes to shipping smaller packages. Generally, USPS offers much better rates when shipping smaller packages of less than two pounds.
Does UPS charge by size or weight?
The rate is based on the service, the weight and zone. To determine if your shipment will incur any additional charges based on UPS additional services, please refer to the Additional Charges section on page 6 of this Rate Guide.
How are package dimensions measured?
How do you measure a box?
- The first dimension to measure is length. Length is always the longest side of the box that has a flap.
- The next dimension is width. The width side also has a flap, but is always the side shorter than the length.
- Measure the height of the package. Height is the only dimension without a flap.
How do I calculate UPS parcel size?
How To Measure the Cubic Size of Your Package. Calculate the cubic size of your package in centimetres by multiplying the height by the length by the width. Round each measurement to the nearest whole centimetre. The resulting total is the cubic size of your package.
What is the size and weight limit for UPS packages?
Packages can be up to 150 lbs. Packages can be up to 165 inches in length and girth combined. Packages can be up to 108 inches in length. 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.
What is the maximum size of packages?
Packages can be up to 165 inches in length and girth combined. Packages can be up to 108 inches in length. Packages with a large size-to-weight ratio require special pricing and dimensional weight calculations.
What if my package has a large size-to-weight ratio?
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.
How big of a package can I ship with simple rate?
If your package measures more than one cubic foot in size (1,728 cubic inches) or weighs over 50 pounds, you’ll have to use standard UPS rates based off dimensional weight and zone. Can I ship returns with Simple Rate? You can utilize printed return labels with Simple Rate. Does UPS have branded boxes to purchase for Simple Rate shipments?