Jan 2026 small parcel carriers (UPS, FedEx) update their Oversize Surcharge and Additional Handling Dimensions surcharges Oversize Surcharge for Ground service 1. Longest side exceeds 96 inches 2. Volume exceeds 17,280 cubic inches 3. Weight exceeds 110 pounds Additional Handling Dimensions surcharges 1. Longest side exceeds 48 inches 2. Second longest side exceeds 30 inches 3. Volume exceeds 10,368 cubic inches

Shipping small parcels in the United States may seem simple — attach a label, hand it to the carrier, and wait for delivery. However, in real-world practice, extra fees, delivery delays, and returned packages happen. Below are the 6 most common mistakes  we’ve identified for your reference. Mistake #1: Incorrect Measurements — Underestimating Box Size It’s common to: Only measure the box without including external packaging Have actual dimensions larger than what was declared

With U.S. domestic shipping costs continuing to rise, many businesses assume higher shipping expenses are unavoidable. In practice, however, most excessive shipping costs are not driven by base carrier rates , but by operational inefficiencies, hidden accessorial charges, and avoidable process errors . Based on real-world domestic shipping operations, companies can often reduce 20–30% of annual U.S. shipping costs —without sacrificing delivery speed or customer experience—by