Cremated Remains Kit 2

Cremated Remains Kit 2

1 box, Priority Mail Express Tape, Bubble Cushioning, Self-Sealing Plastic Bag, Publication 139

Size: 14-3/4"(L) x 10-1/4"(W) x 10"(H)

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Issue Date: 7/10/2022

This free Cremated Remains Kit contains one Priority Mail Express Box, a roll of Priority Mail Express tape, bubble cushioning, a self-sealing plastic bag, and a copy of Publication 139, How to Package and ship Cremated Remains.

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  • This free Cremated Remains Kit contains one Priority Mail Express Box, a roll of Priority Mail Express tape, bubble cushioning, a self-sealing plastic bag, and a copy of Publication 139, How to Package and ship Cremated Remains.

    Guidelines for packaging, addressing, and shipping cremated remains can be found in the Publication 139, How to Package and Ship Cremated Remains and on USPS.com.

    Since Priority Mail Express is the only way for a person or organization to ship cremated remains, the Postal Service has created a Cremated Remains Kit to make it easier for customers to ship the cremated remains of a loved one or pet safely and securely from one destination to another. This kit is free, and each box is printed with the words “Cremated Remains” in a bright color, to increase visibility. The box is reinforced and sturdy, which ensures the safety and security of the irreplaceable package contents. All of the necessary packaging materials are included in the kit, providing peace of mind that the remains are safe during processing and handling.

    The kit contains:
    - 1 Priority Mail Express Cremated Remains box
    - 1 Self-Sealing Plastic Bag: 14” x 17”
    - A copy of Publication 139, How to Package and Ship Cremated Remains
    - 1 Roll of Priority Mail Express Tape: 1-7/8” x 22’
    - 1 Roll of Bubble Cushioning: 15” x 6’

    Each Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express shipment includes USPS Tracking® service service.

    Made in the USA.

  • Outside Dimensions - measurements of the outside of the container
    14-3/4"(L) x 10-1/4"(W) x 10"(H)

    Inside Dimensions - measurements of the inside of the container
    14-1/2"(L) x 10"(W) x 9-1/2"(H)

    Girth - measurement of the distance around the container (i.e. the circumference)
    40.500"

    Outer Dimensional Volume - measurements indicating the volume of the container in cubic inches
    1,512 cubic inches

    For more information, please visit the Priority Mail Express Page.

    Note: When shipping packages, size and weight restrictions may apply and additional shipping rates may be required.

    For the optimal postage and fees for your package deliveries, please access our new "How To Measure" video for tips on how to measure a package using Dimensional Weight and Cubic Volume.

    Insurance Included:
    - There is $100 insurance coverage included on each Priority Mail shipment.

  • Through the Postal Store® website, the Postal Service ships all in-stock orders with USPS Tracking® service. Please allow one business day from order receipt for in-stock items to be shipped via USPS Ground Advantage™ service or via Priority Mail® service for a fee. See further details below.

    To view your order status and tracking information, sign in to your USPS.com® account, go to "Activity History", and select your order number.

    Orders from the Postal Store® website may be shipped from different distribution centers. If your order contains multiple items, they may be shipped separately.

    The Postal Store® cannot accept orders for shipment outside the United States, but we do ship to APO/FPO/DPO addresses and U.S. territories.

    Free Shipping
    Expedited packaging supplies are shipped via USPS Ground Advantage™ service within 2-5 business days at no cost to the customer. For your convenience, all orders will include a “Carrier – Leave if No Response” endorsement. This will allow your carrier to leave your order if you are not available.

    Expedited Shipping
    Expedited packaging supplies can be shipped via Priority Mail® service within 1-3 business days for a fee.

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