A Cheat Sheet on USPS Cubic Pricing

USPS Priority Mail Cubic pricing can be one of the most cost-effective options for e-commerce businesses. But, what is it exactly, and how do you qualify for it? Check out this cheat sheet to learn more now.

What is USPS Priority Mail Cubic Pricing?

USPS Cubic pricing is a lesser-known part of USPS's Priority Mail program that is generally only accessible by businesses that ship more than 50,000 packages a year. USPS Cubic pricing rates are determined by package size and distance traveled as opposed to weight. So, for companies that ship smaller, heavier items, it can be a great option.

How Do You Qualify for USPS Priority Mail Cubic Pricing?

As mentioned above, normally you'd have to be a large company that ships at least 50,000 packages per year, but if you use Shippo, you will not only qualify, but can save up to 89% on USPS Priority Mail Cubic pricing. That's because Shippo is able to combine all of its package volume to allow users to take advantage of significant savings without needing to meet the traditional volume of shipping required.

Are There Package Requirements?

Packages must:

• Weigh less than 20 pounds
• Measure up to 0.5 in cubic feet
• Have sides that are less than 18 inches; if a side is too close to this measurement, it might be disqualified
• Fit the quantity requirements of 50,000+ packages per year (unless using Shippo)

Examples of Items That Benefit from USPS Cubic Pricing

If your business, for example, provides customers with subscription boxes that contain relatively small but often heavy items, USPS Priority Mail Cubic pricing could be a great option. Or, let's say that you sell antique reference books, paperweights, hand weights for exercising, personalized stones for patios (under 20 pounds, of course), and you get the idea. Small. Heavy. Traditionally expensive to ship, but not with cubic pricing.

Benefits for Businesses of All Sizes

We see it all the time—big companies leveraging volume discounts that smaller businesses simply can't take advantage of. But with Shippo, the USPS Priority Mail Cubic pricing program levels the playing field, allowing e-commerce companies of all sizes to benefit from some of the lowest shipping rates available for packages that fit the size parameters. Plus, delivery is fast, too—generally within one to three days in the USA.

How Can Shippo Help?

Shippo makes it easy to take advantage of USPS Priority Mail Cubic pricing. Our platform automatically calculates the cubic size of your packages and applies the appropriate rates, saving you time and money. Plus, with our multi-carrier shipping solution, you can compare rates across different carriers to find the most cost-effective option for each shipment.