What can be sent in media mail

Media Mail is a cost-effective shipping option offered by the United States Postal Service (USPS) for sending certain types of materials. Here are some examples of items that can be sent via Media Mail:

  1. Books: Hardcover and paperback books, including textbooks, novels, and reference books.
  2. Audio and video recordings: CDs, DVDs, Blu-rays, and vinyl records.
  3. Music scores and sheet music: Printed music, including sheet music, songbooks, and music theory books.
  4. Printed music materials: Music books, songbooks, and other printed music materials.
  5. Educational materials: Textbooks, workbooks, and other educational materials, including teacher's editions and study guides.
  6. Art and craft supplies: Printed art books, craft books, and other materials related to art and crafts.
  7. Maps and atlases: Printed maps, atlases, and globes.
  8. Printed periodicals: Magazines, journals, and newspapers, including subscription materials.
  9. Printed directories: Phone books, phone directories, and other printed directories.
  10. Printed materials for the visually impaired: Braille books, large print books, and other materials for the visually impaired.

Some examples of items that cannot be sent via Media Mail include:

  1. Live animals
  2. Hazardous materials
  3. Perishable items
  4. Valuables (e.g., jewelry, coins, precious metals)
  5. Liquids, gases, and aerosols
  6. Firearms and ammunition
  7. Explosives and flammable materials
  8. Radioactive materials
  9. Biological materials (e.g., human tissue, blood)
  10. Items that require a signature upon delivery

It's important to note that Media Mail is only available for shipping within the United States and its territories. Additionally, some items may be subject to additional fees or restrictions, so it's always a good idea to check with the USPS for specific guidelines and regulations.