Shipping

Shipping Secrets: Regional Boxes

USPS Regional Boxes

What are they, how do I get them and save money?

Where? – I get my regional boxes for free from USPS.com.  If you go to their website you can order them and get them shipping to your door at no cost.  Make sure you order both the regional A and regional B boxes.  Keep in mind they take awhile so make sure you order in advance is you’re running out.

Get boxes here: https://store.usps.com/store/browse/category.jsp?categoryId=shipping-supplies

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When? – I’ve found they are comparable if not better than shipping Priority.  They basically combine the low price of zone shipping while using the speed of Priority.  Here are some other benefits of using regional boxes.

  • Up to $50 in insurance included (for mail pieces with barcodes)
  • Tracking included in rate
  • 1, 2, or 3-day delivery based on package origination and destination
  • Free package pickup for many locations
  • Saturday and residential delivery at no extra charge for many locations

Tip:  They are the lowest cost option when the weight is between 2 and 15 pounds.

How? – Purchasing the label is just as easy as purchasing a first class label or priority label.  There are options within eBay to select the regional A or B options and the price will populate.  Then you simply place the item in the box and ship it.  There are different box options as show in the table below.

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How do you know when to use this option?

  • First, I always see if my item will fit in the regional box if I think the item will be over 16 ounces.
  • I then weigh the item and plug the weight into eBays shipping screen
  • I price out both priority and regional options (A and B).
  • Choose the cheapest!

I hope this helps you pick the most cost effective solution!

-Chris

LiquidationOH@gmail.com