Things to avoid when packaging your parcel

The following are things you should avoid when looking to secure your parcel for overseas delivery:

•    Make sure not to over-seal your parcel as the customs authorities may request that your shipment be opened for inspection.
•    Avoid using fabric or cloth bags.
•    Don’t seal your shipment using cellophane tape in this situation. This may be fine with domestic shipments but not for international deliveries.
•    Safety labels such as “handle with care” and “fragile” should not be used as an excuse not to package the parcel carefully as they are just for information only.

Get the right kind of packaging advice from the shipping specialists to avoid making these kinds of mistakes. They will also be able to provide general shipment information too and be able to advise on everything related to packaging.

It is necessary to wrap the shipment in the most appropriate way, to not only ensure the goods are protected, but also to prevent damage to other items being sent.