What is mail category a

In the United States Postal Service (USPS), Mail Category A refers to a specific classification of mail that is sorted and processed at a higher level of automation and efficiency.

Mail Category A includes:

  1. First-Class Mail: This includes letters, postcards, and other types of mail that are sent to a specific address and are typically delivered within 1-3 business days.
  2. Priority Mail: This includes packages and envelopes that are sent to a specific address and are typically delivered within 1-3 business days.
  3. Priority Mail Express: This includes packages and envelopes that are sent to a specific address and are typically delivered overnight.

Mail Category A is processed at a higher level of automation because it is typically sent to a specific address and has a higher value or importance. This means that it is sorted and processed more quickly and efficiently, often using automated sorting machines and barcode scanners.

Some of the benefits of Mail Category A include:

In contrast, Mail Category B and C are typically processed at a lower level of automation and may take longer to deliver.