Can i ship perfume alcohol priority mail usps

The joys of shipping perfume!

According to the United States Postal Service (USPS) guidelines, perfume and other perfumery products containing alcohol can be shipped via Priority Mail, but there are some restrictions and requirements you need to follow:

  1. Hazardous Materials: Perfume and perfumery products containing alcohol are considered hazardous materials and must be shipped in accordance with USPS regulations.
  2. Proper Packaging: You must use a sturdy, leak-resistant package that can withstand normal transportation and handling. The package must be properly sealed and protected to prevent leakage or spillage.
  3. Labeling: You must affix the following labels to the outside of the package:
    • "Hazardous Materials" label
    • "Perfume" or "Perfumery" label
    • "Fragrance" label (if applicable)
  4. Declaration: You must complete a USPS Form 1583, "Hazardous Materials Declaration," and attach it to the outside of the package. This form requires you to provide information about the contents, including the type and quantity of hazardous materials.
  5. Quantity Limitations: There are quantity limitations for shipping perfume and perfumery products containing alcohol. For Priority Mail, the maximum weight is 70 pounds, and the maximum package size is 108 inches in length and girth combined.
  6. Special Handling: Perfume and perfumery products containing alcohol may require special handling and may not be eligible for certain services, such as free package insurance or delivery confirmation.

To ensure compliance with USPS regulations, you should:

Remember to always follow proper packaging, labeling, and declaration procedures to ensure safe and compliant shipping of your perfume and perfumery products containing alcohol.