Be sure to use proper shipping boxes and containers and avoid cutting corners when packaging your frozen foods. USPS, FedEx, and UPS can all ship your frozen food items safely and affordably.Jun 17, 2020
Does USPS have cold shipping boxes?
USPS® does not offer refrigeration services. You may ship frozen articles using packaging supplies like Dry Ice at your own risk and according to Publication 52 section on Dry Ice. The frozen product must be packaged so as not to leak or cause odors.Oct 30, 2018
How do you ship a cold package?
Use a think plastic liner for the inside of the package, and enclose the food in a plastic bag as well. Thick insulated foam containers are suggested for keeping food as cold as possible. Packaging using dry ice is acceptable. Gel packs are a good solution as well, but frozen water is not recommended.Jun 17, 2020
How much does it cost to ship a cold package?
There isn't a fixed price for shipping frozen food, as it depends on numerous factors. You'll need to consider the shipping distance, transit duration, the weight of your packaging, and more. As a general rule of thumb, a package weighing two to three pounds can cost anywhere between $30 and $150.Oct 24, 2020
Does UPS offer cold shipping?
UPS Next Day Air delivery is ideal. Enclose the food in the plastic bag well enough and use a thick plastic liner for the inside of the package. It is recommended to use thick insulated foam containers to keep the food as cold as possible. You can pack using dry ice, but frozen water is not recommended.Dec 7, 2020
How do I keep my box cold when shipping?
Things like bubble wrap, shipping peanuts, or even newspaper can help create buffers for your products that will keep them safe the entire trip. Dry Ice Packs has the best cold shipping materials, from ice packs for shipping to styrofoam cooler shipping kits.Feb 5, 2019