• Use rigid carton with flaps intact
• Always wrap items separtely
• Use Adequate cushioning material
• Use strong tape designed for shipping
• Use a single address label
• Ensure a clear, complete street address
• Ensure a clear, complete return address
• Put a duplicate label inside carton

1. Use a corrugated box.

For best results, use a new box large enough to allow room for adequate cushioning material on all sides of the contents. If the box has already been used, remove old labels or other shipment markings from the box. Never exceed the maximum gross weight for the box, which is usually printed on the bottom flap.

2. Provide internal protection.

To properly cushion the contents of your package, wrap each item separtely. Fragile articles need to be protected from each other and separated from the corners and sides of the box to prevent damage.

Various materials can be used for cushioning and protection, including:

• Air-encapsulated plastic (bubble pack).
• Expanded polystyrene "peanuts" (may not be suitable for heavy products that can shift while in transport).
• Foam-in-place (a foam sprayed into boxes to form a protective mold around contents).
• Corrugated dividers.
• Paper (shredded paper or newspaper).

NOTE: FRAGILE OBJECTS REQUIRE SPECIAL PACKAGING FOR SAFE SHIPMENT.

3. Close it securely.

Proper closure is just a s important as adequate cushioning. For best results, use one of these types of tape:

• Pressure-sensitive plastic or nylon re-inforced tape.
• Water-activated paper tape. Use 60-pound grade tape at least 3 inches wide. Apply three strips to both top and bottom of the box
• Water-activated re-inforced tape. Similar to plain paper tape, except that re-inforcing fibers have been added for strenght. This tape rtequires only two center seam strips, in contrast to the six strips necessary for paper tape.
• Do not use masking tape, cellophane tape, string, or paper overwrap.

For fast and efficient delivery, keep these points in mind when addressing your package:

• Always include the receiver's ZIP code witht he complete street address. For international shipments, include a contact name, telephone number, and a postal code.
• Include the apartment or unti number, if applicable.
• Place the delivery label on top of the box. To avoid confusion, place only one address label on the box. If using a packing slip, place it on the same surface of the box as the address label.
• Do not place the label over a seam or closure or on top of sealing tape.
• Remove or cross out old address labels or markings on a used box.
• Always include your complete return address, including full street address and AIP code. For international shipments, include a contact name and phone number.

For added protection, place a duplicate label or other form of identification inside the package.