7 Packing Tips For International Shipping

7 PACKING TIPS FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING THE SHIPPING BOX: Only use rigid boxes with flaps that are intact. Choose a box that's slightly larger than the item you're sending so you can cushion the item with packing material on all sides. 2' 3. PACKAGING SEALING Primary Protection Wrap the items in atleast one layer of bubble wrap. Use clear or brown packaging tape, reinforced packing tape, or paper tape atleast 2 inches wide. Secondary Protection Fill empty space with packing peanuts, foam, or paper so there's no room for your item The best packaging tapes to use are pressure-sensitive plastic tape and nylon reinforced filament tape. to move around in the package. IRREGULAR SHAPED ITEMS For items with irregular shapes, cover sharp or protruding edges with taped-on corrugated cardboard pieces. 5 FOR MULTIPLE ITEMS IN THE SAME BOX Each item should have at least 2 inches of cushioning and be placed at least 2 inches away from the walls of the box to prevent product-against-product damages 6 SPECIAL CARE OF FABRICS Fabrics should be rolled tightly and taped and shipped in corrugated boxes. 7 SPECIAL CARE OF ELECTRONICS Use original factory packing if possible. Always use anti-static materials for packaging. Sources http://pages.ebay.com/services/buyandsell/shippingcenter2.html http://ebay.about.com/od/completingtransaction1/a/ct_packing.htm http://www.howtoship.com/packing-and-shipping-guidelines/ Presented By Shipping International Prepared By Media Mosaic Differentiate yourself.. www.media-mosaic.com