Packaging

For all your packaging needs, rely on the professional packing experts at The UPS Store. We also offer a wide range of packaging supplies and boxes for all of your moving and shipping needs.

Packaging Services
The Certified Packing Experts at The UPS Store can pack almost anything. We can save you time and help ensure your items arrive intact at their destination. We specialize in properly packing fragile and high-value items, including antiques, art, electronics, crystal, china and porcelain.

Our Pack & Ship Promise
You don’t have to worry about a thing at The UPS Store. If an item packed by our associates and shipped via UPS is damaged or lost, you’ll be reimbursed for the item’s value (subject to the lesser of actual value, replacement or repair cost), the full retail price of packaging materials and services, and shipping charges (excluding declared value charges). Restrictions apply. For full details see our Pack & Ship Promise.

Do-It-Yourself Packaging Supplies
Can’t find the right supplies? Look no further than The UPS Store. We stock a complete range of packaging supplies and materials, including envelopes, boxes, cushioning, packing peanuts, tape and many other supplies. Ask our packaging experts for advice on what supplies will best suit your needs.

Luggage Box – New!
It's not just a box; it’s a suitcase with options. Pack it, ship it, check it or carry it on. With luggage solutions from The UPS Store, you choose. Visit The UPS Store the next time you run out of space in your suitcase or need a quick shipping solution. We’re here to make it easy and we’ve got you covered. Not traveling? The luggage box makes a great tradeshow or conference carrier, or it can even be used as a keepsake storage. Its possibilities are endless!

View a luggage box information sheet with details about box dimensions, weight limitations and declared value. You can also view a short clip on how to assemble the luggage box.

Custom Packaging
Large or odd-shaped items often require specialized packaging. The UPS Store locations offer custom handling and packaging, from blanket wrap to custom cartons, crating, shrink-wrapping and palletizing. Your neighborhood location can advise you on the best packaging method needed for your item(s).

Packaging Tips:

DO include a label on the inside of the package with both the destination address and your package return address.
DO take batteries out of toys, electronics, etc., before shipping.
DO check with The UPS Store experts before shipping fragile items.
DO ship wrapped presents ahead to your destination, especially if traveling by air.

DON'T wrap boxes in brown paper or tie with string.
DON'T use materials like newspaper or real popcorn to package items.
DON'T use old boxes or gift boxes for shipping gifts.
DON'T use duct tape, masking tape, or cellophane tape to seal your boxes for shipping.

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More Information
Contact your neighborhood location for product and service availability, pricing and/or scheduling.

Package Tracking
Use the Tracking feature to track the shipment and delivery of your items.

Recycle Foam Packaging Peanuts

Don’t know what to do with those pesky foam packaging peanuts? Many The UPS Store locations accept them for reuse. Check with your local The UPS Store for additional details.

Freight Services Highlight

The UPS Store locations can handle freight shipping for your custom-packed items. Packing and shipping an even bigger item, like a pool table or a grandfather clock? Most of our locations can provide a choice of competitively priced solutions for your shipment, no matter how large or heavy.

We also have local pick up service. If you have just one box or a whole workshop, you can trust our locations to manage the pick up, packaging and delivery of your shipment. Our packaging experts and transportation carriers provide pick up services at a nominal fee.