Can you ship FedEx in any box? (all you must know)
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If you have something that needs to be shipped quickly, you’ll probably be looking everywhere for packing supplies: tape, scissors, and most importantly, a box. While scissors and tape might be easy, you may have some questions about the box.
More specifically, you may be wondering if you can use your own box when shipping with FedEx. This article will tell you what boxes you need to know when shipping with FedEx!
Can you ship FedEx with any box in 2022?
FedEx allows customers to use their own boxes as long as they are sturdy, undamaged and with all covers intact as of 2022. This means that reused boxes are acceptable. One limitation is that you cannot use FedEx boxes for ground shipping. In addition to using your own packaging, FedEx offers free packages in various sizes.
To learn more about FedEx’s box shipping policy, be sure to keep reading!
Can you ship with FedEx using any box?
FedEx allows customers to use their own packaging as long as the box is strong, undamaged and all flaps are intact.
Additionally, for FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery services, boxes are available up to 108 inches in length and 165 inches in circumference.
For FedEx Express service, packages can be up to 119 inches in length and 165 inches in length plus girth.
In addition to these requirements, FedEx mandates that cardboard boxes must be packed in corrugated outer boxes, such as gift or shoe boxes.
Also, heavier items should use a double-wall box, and small packages should be placed in a larger outer box.
Can I reuse a box to ship with FedEx?
It is a common misconception that a brand new cardboard box must be used for shipping.
But as long as a box is sturdy and in good condition, feel free to reuse it when you have something to ship.
One exception, though, is the FedEx One Rate box, which cannot be reused as these are used as shipping labels.
Which boxes can’t I use when shipping with FedEx?
FedEx will not accept boxes with holes, large creases or dents. Also, if the package suffers water or other damage, it will most likely be rejected.
Essentially, FedEx wants to make sure that the shipment arrives intact; therefore, the company only accepts boxes that can withstand the shipping process.
Can I use a FedEx Express box for ground shipping?
While FedEx has a fairly loose policy on acceptable packaging formats, there is one rule that must be followed.
That is, FedEx Express packaging can only be used for FedEx Express shipments, and any other use is prohibited.
Do you have to use FedEx envelopes to ship with FedEx?
Just like boxes, FedEx allows shippers to use any envelope when shipping. That said, FedEx does offer free branded envelopes if you want.
Can I get a FedEx box for free?
If you don’t have your own box and don’t want to buy it, fear not! FedEx offers free packaging for all your shipping needs.
To get free packaging, all you need to do is create a FedEx account. From there, you’ll be able to order the correct boxes for your shipment and they’ll be sent directly to you!
Additionally, FedEx offers the following types of packaging for free:
- FedEx Envelope
- FedEx
- FedEx Thick Pack
- Small, medium and large boxes
For international shipping, FedEx offers free 10kg and 25kg boxes.
To learn more, you can also read our posts on Does FedEx Ship to Puerto Rico, Does FedEx Ship to PO Boxes, and Does FedEx Scan Packages.
in conclusion
FedEx allows customers to ship in any box of their choice. That said, the box must be sturdy and in good condition.
More specifically, that means no damage and the flaps on the box are intact.
Additionally, customers are prohibited from using FedEx Express packaging for non-express shipments.
Also, they don’t allow the reuse of One Rate boxes as these are used as their own shipping labels. Other than that, feel free to use any box of your choice when mailing with FedEx!
