Packaging Guidelines
To help ensure your shipments are adequately and securely wrapped, packed, and cushioned for transportation, we offer these general
packaging guidelines. From preparing small package shipments to palletizing your freight, we cover the basics on how to pack yourshipments properly and securely. You may also visit the UPS Packaging Advisor to create a customized list of packaging guidelines
specific to you at ups.com/packaging.
The following information are only general guidelines to help UPS customers reduce loss or damage to shipments due to improper packaging, and do not represent thefull extent of the UPS packaging guidelines. For more information and additional guidelines, please refer to ups.com/packaging, the UPS Rate and Service Guide andthe UPS Tariff/Terms and Conditions of Service.
*Please note: UPS does not make any warranties, express or implied, regarding this information. It is the responsibility of the Shipper to ensure that proper packaging
is used and that contents are adequately and securely packed in a container, wrapped, and cushioned for transportation. Please refer to the UPS Rate and Service
Guide and UPS Tariff/Terms and Conditions of Service for applicable terms, conditions, and limitations.

Shipping Checklist▪

Use a rigid box with flaps attached.

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Avoid re-using boxes.

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Use the Box Strength Guidelines chart todetermine the proper strength of yourshipping container.

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Use adequate cushioning material.

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Use strong tape designed for shipping.

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Never use string or paper over-wrap.

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Wrap all items separately.

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Remove or conceal any labels, hazardous
materials indicators and other previous
shipment markings on the box that are nolonger applicable.

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Securely affix to each package a UPS-issued
paper shipping document or label generated
through an approved UPS automatedshipping system that contains clear,complete delivery and return information,
including, among other things, the UPS
tracking number, shipper name and address,and consignee name and address.

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Place a duplicate address label inside thebox.

General Packaging Guidelines▪

To prepare packages for UPS shipment, you can use your own packaging, if boxes are new or almost new, or one of a varietyof containers provided free of charge that can be used with certain, selected UPS services. Customers with a UPS account canrequest supplies at Packaging and Shipping Supplies | UPS - United States or by calling 1-800-PICK-UPS®.

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Goods that are susceptible to damage from normal handling or to exposure to dirt, water, scratches or marks, should beplaced in a protective outer box.

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Please note: UPS does not make any warranties, express or implied, regarding this information. It is the responsibility of the Shipper to ensure that proper packaging isused and that contents are adequately and securely packed in a container, wrapped, and cushioned for transportation. Please refer to the UPS Rate and Service Guide
and UPS Tariff/Terms and Conditions of Service for applicable terms, conditions, and limitations.

Types of Packing Material
Air-Encapsulated Plastic (cell bubble sheeting)▪

Designed to protect and cushion lightweight items.

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Used in multiple wraps and layers to ensure that the item is completely protected, especially on corners and edges.

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When wrapping product, use flat surface of bubble wrap (bubbles facing away from product).

Inflatable Packaging (air bags)▪

Used primarily as void-fill material for lightweight items.

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Not recommended for items with sharp corners or edges.

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Extreme hot or cold temperatures may affect the ability of air bags to provide adequate product protection.

Expanded Polystyrene “Peanuts” (loose fill)▪

Used primarily as void-fill material for lightweight items.

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Do not use with flat or narrow products that may move to the edge or bottom of the box in transit.

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Due to the shifting and settling properties of peanuts, use a minimum of two inches of cushioning around the contents of thebox.

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Flat pieces of corrugated fiberboard may also be used between contents and peanuts to help prevent migration.

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Peanuts cause static electricity and may damage electronic items. Use anti-static peanuts for electronic items, along withbubble sheeting around the item.

Engineered Foam Closures▪

Materials may include polystyrene, polyethylene, polypropylene, or copolymers.

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Enclosures should be pre-engineered for specific products.

Corrugate Liners and Inserts▪

May be added to the package to increase box strength.

Crumpled Kraft Paper▪

Used primarily as void-fill material for lightweight, non-fragile items. Must be tightly crumpled.

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Place at least two inches of paper between contents and outer box.

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Please note: UPS does not make any warranties, express or implied, regarding this information. It is the responsibility of the Shipper to ensure that proper packaging isused and that contents are adequately and securely packed in a container, wrapped, and cushioned for transportation. Please refer to the UPS Rate and Service Guide
and UPS Tariff/Terms and Conditions of Service for applicable terms, conditions, and limitations.

Small Package Shipments
General Packing Methods
Method 1: One-Box

When to Use:

Pre-packaged
goods

Soft, durable
goods

Easily soiled
goods

Tiny, granular
goods❖ Step 1: Choose your box.
❖ Step 2: Fill empty spaces within the box with any of the following filler materials to limit movement during shipping: cell
bubble sheeting, loose-fill peanuts, kraft paper, and other similar material.
❖ Step 3: Tape closures and seams to seal your package.

Method 2: Two-Box

When to Use:

Sharp, fragile
goods

Bags andaccessories

Travel goods

Luxury goods❖ Step 1: Choose your box.
❖ Step 2: Fill empty spaces within the box with any of the following
filler materials to limit movement during shipping: cell bubble
sheeting, loose-fill peanuts, kraft paper, and other similar material.

Helpful Hints➢

Always add an extra label with theaddresses/phone numbers of theshipper and recipient to the box.

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Position individual items towards
the center of the box.

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Seal and place bottles/containers inplastic or spill-proof bags.

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Wrap items with cushioning
material.

❖ Step 3: For the outer box, use a box that has a depth, width, and length
6” greater than the inner box.
❖ Step 4: Secure your box with an additional 3” of cushioning material
around the inner box to fill the spaces between the inner box and outerbox.
❖ Step 5: Fill the box with more filler material of your choice to cover
any remaining empty spaces.
❖ Step 6: Tape closures and seams to seal your package.

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Please note: UPS does not make any warranties, express or implied, regarding this information. It is the responsibility of the Shipper to ensure that proper packaging isused and that contents are adequately and securely packed in a container, wrapped, and cushioned for transportation. Please refer to the UPS Rate and Service Guide
and UPS Tariff/Terms and Conditions of Service for applicable terms, conditions, and limitations.

Step-by-Step Guide – Small Package Shipments- To avoid scanning issues, do not apply tape over the
shipping label.

The following steps cover the key considerations in packing
most articles to help allow for safe transport through the
distribution environment.
1.
2.

Use a container strong enough to support the weightof contents. See Box Strength Guidelines. Neverexceed the maximum gross weight limit for the box,
which is printed on the Box Maker’s Certificate on
the bottom flap of most boxes.

3.

Use at least two inches of appropriate cushioning
material to protect internal items from each other andthe corners, sides, top and bottom of containers.
Appropriate cushioning material would include
corrugated fiberboard, multiple layers of folded
newspaper, Styrofoam sheets, packing blankets, etc.

4.

Reinforce edges to protect from bending.

5.

- Indicate on freight labels if any pieces require
C.O.D. service.

Ship freight in corrugated boxes (avoid reusing
boxes), crates or shipping containers.

Securely seal closures and seams with reinforced
tape. Do not use masking, cellophane, duct or wateractivated paper tapes. Also, do not use string or paper
over-wrap.

Box

Strength

Guidelines

A
Maximum
Weight ofBox andContents(lbs)

B
Size Limit of Box(inches)*
L+W+H

C
Bursting Test
(lbs per sq. in.)D
Edge Crush
Test (ECT)(lbs per in.
width)

SingleWall

CorrugatedContainers

30
40
50
65
80

75
75
85
95
105

200
200
250
275
350

32
40
44
55
N/A

DoubleWall

CorrugatedContainers

60
80
100
120
140
150

85
95
105
110
115
120

200
275
350
400
500
600

48
51
61
71
82
N/A

- Can use pressure sensitive plastic or nylon reinforced
filament tape.
- For regular slotted containers, where the flaps meet in thecenter, apply three strips of tape to the top and bottom of
the box.

The above box strengths are only guidelines to help assure the containment andprotection of products transported through single-package distribution
environments. They are not to be considered packaging specifications, and all
packaged products should be tested in accordance with the International Safe
Transit Association (ISTA) Test Procedure 3A to ensure the most appropriate levelof product protectionis achieved.

- For corrugated containers where the flaps overlap, apply
three strips of tape to the top and bottom.

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Label each piece with telephone numbers andcomplete address information, including postal codeof the shipper and consignee.

* The size limits on the above chart refer to the maximum size of a box that can be
manufactured based on the strength of the corrugated material. The size limits
specified in this chart and on the Box Maker’s Certificate are unrelated to lengthand girth measurements used by UPS for dimensional measurements.

- Do not place the label on a seam, edge, closure or on topof sealing tape.

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Please note: UPS does not make any warranties, express or implied, regarding this information. It is the responsibility of the Shipper to ensure that proper packaging isused and that contents are adequately and securely packed in a container, wrapped, and cushioned for transportation. Please refer to the UPS Rate and Service Guide
and UPS Tariff/Terms and Conditions of Service for applicable terms, conditions, and limitations.

Freight/Palletized Shipments
What Are Pallets?
Pallets are portable rigid platforms used to consolidate shipments and allow for ease of freight movement. Quality pallets arecommonly made of either wood or plastic and can weigh between 20 and 70 pounds. Pallets should be large enough to accommodate
the shipment without overhang. Anything overhanging the pallet edges may be damaged from punctures, abrasions and compression.
UPS Worldwide Express Freight Midday and UPS Worldwide Express Freight shipments must be palletized, stackable, able to belifted by forklift and shrink-wrapped or banded to the pallet. For Air Freight or UPS Worldwide Expedited Ground Freight shipments,
if your non-palletized shipment does not meet the minimum billable weight per piece, consider palletizing prior to UPS pickup.

Palletized vs. Non-Palletized Freight
Palletizing freight helps multiple-piece shipments remain together and provides increased protection from damage. Each pallet,
including its contents, is considered one piece.
In contrast, loose items, such as boxes or containers that have not been secured to a pallet, are considered non-palletized freight. Eachloose item is considered one piece and can be shipped via Air Freight or UPS Worldwide Expedited Ground Freight services.

UPS Worldwide Express Freight Services
UPS Worldwide Express Freight Services are for palletized shipments. Pre-authorization is required for all pallets exceeding
maximum size or weight restrictions (which vary by origin and destination) as set forth atups.com/assets/resources/media/wwef_max_dim.pdf. For UPS Worldwide Express Freight Services, scheduling a pickup or drop-off
is required on all shipments through WorldShip,® ups.com shipping and UPS CampusShip® systems, a UPS Ready® solution,
UPS® Developer Kit, ups.com or by calling 1-800-PICK-UPS.

Air Freight and UPS Worldwide Expedited Ground Freight
Air Freight and UPS Worldwide Expedited Ground Freight shipments can include combinations of palletized items or boxes that are
too large to ship using other UPS services. They can also include multiple non-palletized pieces. UPS will accept freight shipments ofany weight. However, minimum weight charges apply. Pre-authorization is required for Air Freight and UPS Worldwide Expedited
Ground Freight shipments that exceed 120 inches in length, 84 inches in width, 76 inches in height or 5,000 pounds in weight.

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Please note: UPS does not make any warranties, express or implied, regarding this information. It is the responsibility of the Shipper to ensure that proper packaging isused and that contents are adequately and securely packed in a container, wrapped, and cushioned for transportation. Please refer to the UPS Rate and Service Guide
and UPS Tariff/Terms and Conditions of Service for applicable terms, conditions, and limitations.

Step-by-Step Guide – Freight/Palletized Shipments
Do’s and Don’ts

The following are basic step-by-step instructions forpalletizing your freight shipments.

Do:

1. Select Pallets
2. Stack Boxes on Pallet.
3. Secure Shipment to Pallet.
– For Air Freight and UPS Worldwide
Expedited Ground Freight, label all handlingunits with shipper/consignee information and
PRO (progressive rotating order) Numbers (atminimum all four vertical sides, interior andexterior of the stretch wrapping); use markers if
having adhesion issues
4. Label Shipment.
-For UPS Worldwide Express Freight Midday
and UPS Worldwide Express Freight shipments,
apply labels to each side of the pallet and on topof the pallet – each label should have telephone
numbers and complete address information,
including postal code of the shipper and theconsignee- For Air Freight and UPS Worldwide Expedited
Ground Freight, label each pallet with telephone
numbers and complete address information,
including postal code of the shipper andconsignee✓

Choose pallets large enough to prevent overhang of
shipment pieces✓

Select pallets with closely spaced pallet deck boards✓

Choose pallets with four-way forklift entry are
preferred as they help to improve handling andreduce damage to the shipment✓

Use a minimum of 60-gauge stretch wrap, five
revolutions recommended; tie to pallet and across top
to prevent shifting✓

Use corner boards and banding to ensure stability✓

Use three-way locking – nailed corners (not staples)on crates; angle board must extend from the deckboard to the top of the pallet load✓

Insert layers of cardboard between layers of freight toabsorb vibration; distribute the weight evenly✓

Ensure information on the Bill of Lading (BOL)
matches the shipment✓

Indicate in proper location on the BOL and check
contract/tariff for liability limits if excess declaredvalue is needed

Don’t:

Preparing for PickupYour freight pickup request is initiated when you Createa Shipment for freight using ups.com, WorldShip® or
UPS® Forwarding Hub shipping tools.
Some Air Freight and UPS Worldwide Expedited
Ground Freight shipment pickup requests require preauthorization.

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Do not pyramid, ship or accept prohibited items or
freight that overhangs the pallet

Never exceed the rated capacity of your pallet

Do not select pallets with broken boards or
protruding nail heads

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Please note: UPS does not make any warranties, express or implied, regarding this information. It is the responsibility of the Shipper to ensure that proper packaging isused and that contents are adequately and securely packed in a container, wrapped, and cushioned for transportation. Please refer to the UPS Rate and Service Guide
and UPS Tariff/Terms and Conditions of Service for applicable terms, conditions, and limitations.

Protecting Your Freight Shipment
Solution

Description

Corner/Edge Boards– Increases vertical stacking strength, helps to prevent damage
to corner edges and stabilize the load
– Should extend to the full height and length of the load andshould be used on all corners

Strapping or Banding– Helps to prevent pieces from getting lost or separated fromthe load– Should be drawn tightly to the load, possibly requiring
running it underneath the top deck boards of the pallet

Stretch Wrapping– Use as an effective way to keep all pieces of a shipment
together– Should first be applied around the pallet and continued
upward around the load
– Must be tight to prevent load shifting– Capture the pallet when wrapping bottom layer– Designed to stabilize the load, not to secure it to the pallet– Strapping or banding should be used in conjunction withstretch wrap to secure the load to the pallet

Top/Bottom Load Protector– Layers of corrugated fiberboard or heavy paperboard– Use to help evenly distribute the weight of shipments thatcan be stacked upon one another7
Please note: UPS does not make any warranties, express or implied, regarding this information. It is the responsibility of the Shipper to ensure that proper packaging isused and that contents are adequately and securely packed in a container, wrapped, and cushioned for transportation. Please refer to the UPS Rate and Service Guide
and UPS Tariff/Terms and Conditions of Service for applicable terms, conditions, and limitations.

Special Packaging Needs
Irregularly Shaped Items and Bare Metals
Tape the address label on a flat surface of the item being shipped. Cover the label with clear tape. Do not use “flying tags” attached bystring or metal. Blunt all sharp or protruding edges with taped-on, corrugated cardboard pieces. Protect the surface of the item as
needed. An Additional Handling charge will apply.

Bundled or Strapped Boxes
Only same-sized boxes may be strapped together. Use a minimum of four crisscrossed bands, two in each direction. An address label
must be placed on each box. When strapping boxes together, each box must be strong enough to hold the total weight of the strappedbundle. For example, if two 15-pound boxes are banded together into a 30-pound package, both components should be in boxes withat least a 30-pound weight capacity. An Additional Handling charge may apply.

Large and/or Heavy Packages
Packaging materials need to be evaluated carefully for packages weighing more than 50 pounds. A UPS Heavy Package sticker isrequired whenever you ship packages weighing more than 50 pounds. Place the sticker to the right of the address label and write thepackage’s weight in the white box. It also helps to highlight every side of your package with Heavy Package highlight tape. This sends
a warning to those who will lift your package, both your employees and ours. Customers with a UPS account can request supplies at
Packaging and Shipping Supplies | UPS - United States or by calling 1-800-PICK-UPS®. An Additional Handling charge will apply.

Tires
Apply a wide band of pressure-sensitive tape through the center and completely around the body of the tire so that the tape is attached
to itself. Attach your address label to the tape band where it covers the tread. Cover the entire label with clear tape. An Additional
Handling charge will apply.

Batteries
A variety of batteries are regulated as hazardous materials by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). For assistance indetermining whether or not your battery shipment is regulated, please call the DOT’s Hazardous Materials Info-line at 1-800-4674922. Batteries requiring shipping papers may only be tendered by shippers authorized by a hazardous materials shipping contract
with UPS to tender such shipments. Any device with batteries installed must have their on/off switch protected from being activated,or have the batteries removed with the terminals protected. Simple devices like flashlights or rechargeable drills can generate adangerous amount of heat if accidentally activated. Electronic items sent for repair, such as computers and cell phones, should be sent
without batteries. For additional information regarding the shipment of batteries, please go to ups.com® and enter “Batteries” in the
search field.

Electronic MediaTo ship electronic media that contain sensitive personal information (such as personal financial or health information), we recommendthat you do not use an envelope, letter packaging, UPS Express® Envelope, UPS Express Envelope – Reusable, UPS Express® Pak or
UPS Express® Pad Pak. UPS provides special packaging, the UPS Express® Hard Pak, which is designed to help you ship sensitiveelectronic media. Call 1-800-PICK-UPS® or your sales representative for more information. You can also ship electronic media
containing sensitive personal information by packaging it with a duplicate shipping label in an inner container that can be securely
sealed. Place the inner container in a new outer corrugated box. Seal all flaps securely. Prior to packaging, mark the electronic media
with identifiable information such as your company name, reference number or your UPS shipping number. Additionally, the shipper
should retain a copy of the data and secure the data on the electronic media through encryption or other technological means.

Fabric and Wallpaper
Rolled goods travel best when shipped in corrugated boxes. If a fabric or wallpaper roll is shipped in a bag, UPS recommends a bagwith a minimum thickness of six mils. Make sure the bag is tightly wrapped and taped against the roll to reduce the risk of tearing. A
tail on an item shipped in a bag must be compressed to the body of the item using tape. Place the address label on a flat surface of the8
Please note: UPS does not make any warranties, express or implied, regarding this information. It is the responsibility of the Shipper to ensure that proper packaging isused and that contents are adequately and securely packed in a container, wrapped, and cushioned for transportation. Please refer to the UPS Rate and Service Guide
and UPS Tariff/Terms and Conditions of Service for applicable terms, conditions, and limitations.

item being shipped. Place duplicate address labels inside cores or between top layers of material. An Additional Handling charge may
apply.

Hazardous Materials and Dangerous Goods
For additional information on this contract-only service, refer to ups.com/hazmat.

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Please note: UPS does not make any warranties, express or implied, regarding this information. It is the responsibility of the Shipper to ensure that proper packaging isused and that contents are adequately and securely packed in a container, wrapped, and cushioned for transportation. Please refer to the UPS Rate and Service Guide
and UPS Tariff/Terms and Conditions of Service for applicable terms, conditions, and limitations.