Priority Mail Flat Rate Boxes reaches anniversary
Priority Mail Flat Rate Boxes are celebrating their sixth birthday, showing continued growth since their introduction in 2004, and debunking public perception that “shipping is complicated.”
Priority Mail Flat Rate Boxes changed the dynamics of the shipping industry. Their ease of use attracts business shippers with exceptional value, and their simplicity and convenience appeals to customers who no longer have to worry about weighing contents (up to 70 pounds for domestic shipments) or calculating postage.
Factor in their versatility for domestic and international shipping-along with the discounts and free package pickup-and Priority Mail Flat Rate Boxes offer winning combinations that are easy on customers’ pocketbooks, including:
No hidden fees or surcharges.
Free packaging supplies available online, by telephone or in person at most Post Offices.
Environmentally friendly packaging.
In addition, customers who ship online using Click-N-Ship or a PC Postage vendor qualify for a postage discount, free Delivery Confirmation and free package pickup.
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