Are art supplies considered media mail

In the United States, the United States Postal Service (USPS) has specific guidelines for shipping art supplies and other materials that are considered "media" or "non-published" materials.

According to the USPS, art supplies are generally considered "media" and are eligible for Media Mail rates. Media Mail is a cost-effective way to ship books, CDs, DVDs, and other media-related items.

Here are some examples of art supplies that are typically considered Media Mail:

  1. Paints (acrylic, oil, watercolor)
  2. Brushes (various types and sizes)
  3. Canvas (stretched or rolled)
  4. Paper (watercolor, sketchbook, drawing)
  5. Markers (dry-erase, permanent, colored)
  6. Colored pencils
  7. Pastels
  8. Charcoal
  9. Sketchbooks
  10. Art prints (unframed)

However, there are some exceptions and considerations:

  1. Framed art: If your art supplies are framed, they may not be eligible for Media Mail rates. You'll need to use a different shipping service, such as Priority Mail or Parcel Post.
  2. Large or heavy items: If your art supplies are large or heavy, they may not be eligible for Media Mail rates. You'll need to use a different shipping service, such as Parcel Post or Freight.
  3. Hazardous materials: If your art supplies contain hazardous materials, such as flammable or corrosive substances, you'll need to follow special shipping guidelines and may not be eligible for Media Mail rates.
  4. International shipping: If you're shipping art supplies internationally, you'll need to use a different shipping service, such as Priority Mail International or First-Class Package International Service.

To ensure that your art supplies are eligible for Media Mail rates, you should check with the USPS or a shipping carrier for specific guidelines and requirements.