Are movies considered media mail
In the United States, movies are generally considered to be "media mail" when they are shipped via the United States Postal Service (USPS) Media Mail service.
Media Mail is a type of mail service offered by the USPS that allows for the shipping of certain types of media, including:
- Books (including audiobooks and e-books)
- CDs and DVDs
- Vinyl records
- Tapes (audio and video)
- Video games
- Software
- Educational materials
- Musical scores
To qualify for Media Mail rates, the item must be a non-published, non-commercial item that is being shipped for personal use. This means that movies, including DVDs and Blu-rays, can be shipped via Media Mail as long as they are not commercial releases (i.e., not intended for resale).
Some examples of movies that can be shipped via Media Mail include:
- Personal copies of movies that you own
- Movies that you have created yourself (e.g., home movies)
- Movies that are being shipped to a friend or family member for personal use
However, movies that are commercial releases (i.e., intended for resale) cannot be shipped via Media Mail. These types of movies must be shipped via First-Class Mail or another type of mail service that is designed for commercial use.
It's worth noting that while Media Mail is a cost-effective way to ship movies, it is not a guaranteed delivery service. The USPS does not provide tracking information for Media Mail packages, and delivery times can vary depending on the destination and other factors.