How to mail a catalog usps

To mail a catalog using the United States Postal Service (USPS), follow these steps:

1. Determine the correct postage: Calculate the weight and dimensions of your catalog to determine the correct postage. You can use the USPS Postage Calculator tool or consult the USPS website for guidance.
2. Choose the right mail class: Decide which mail class is best for your catalog:
   • First-Class Mail: For catalogs weighing up to 13 ounces, with a maximum size of 12 inches long, 15 inches wide, and 3/4 inch thick.
   • Standard Mail: For catalogs weighing over 13 ounces, with a maximum size of 15 inches long, 12 inches wide, and 3/4 inch thick.
3. Prepare your catalog:
   • Make sure your catalog is properly addressed with the recipient's name and address.
   • Use a sturdy envelope or package that can withstand handling and protect your catalog.
   • If your catalog is oversized or irregularly shaped, you may need to use a special envelope or package.
4. Affix the correct postage:
   • Use a postage stamp or a postage meter to affix the correct postage to your catalog.
   • Make sure the postage is applied in the correct location (usually the top right corner of the envelope or package).
5. Add any additional services:
   • Tracking: Add tracking to your catalog for a fee, which allows you to track its delivery.
   • Insurance: Add insurance to your catalog for a fee, which protects against loss or damage.
   • Signature upon delivery: Request a signature upon delivery for a fee, which requires the recipient to sign for the catalog.
6. Drop off your catalog at a USPS location:
   • Take your catalog to a USPS retail location, such as a post office or a mailbox store.
   • Give the catalog to a postal clerk, who will weigh and process it for mailing.
   • You can also use a USPS self-service kiosk to print and affix postage, and then drop off your catalog.

Tips and Reminders:

• Make sure to follow USPS regulations and guidelines for mailing catalogs.
• Keep a record of your catalog's mailing information, including the tracking number and the date of mailing.
• Consider using a USPS-approved catalog mailing service, such as the USPS Catalog Mail Service, which can help streamline your mailing process.

By following these steps, you can successfully mail your catalog using the United States Postal Service.