

Originally Posted By brillo:
Summary:U.S. Postal Service (USPS) - Shipping ammo is prohibited.United Parcel Service (UPS) - Shipping ammo permitted with packaging/weight/labeling qualifications.Federal Express (FedEx) - Shipping ammo generally prohibited unless HazMat certified. Details: U.S. Postal Service (USPS): Shipping of Ammunition is ProhibitedAmmunition (Cartridges, small arms) is a nonmailable hazardous material. "Under no circumstances may any nonmailable hazardous material, restricted matter, or perishable matter be deposited for mailing."Cartridges, small arms - United Parcel Service (UPS):1. Pack ammo within a sturdy cardboard box, gross weight limit of 66 pounds.2. Print ORM-D label, cut out and tape to a least one side of box.3. Take package to a only - NOT at Drop-Off Box, The UPS Store, Mail Boxes etc., Sonic. Might be a good idea to have the UPS Hazardous Material Support Center number with you -- 800-554-9964. Varied success with UPS pick-up at your location.Per UPS:UPS accepts domestic ground shipments of ammunition that have been classified by the shipper as "Cartridges, small arms", "ORM-D" (Other Regulated Material). The package must be properly marked according to the requirements of Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR). Contact the Hazardous Material Support Center at 800-554-9964 for details on regulatory information. Federal Express (FedEx):Per FedEx, 10/26/2006:HazMat Training is required to qualify to ship all Hazardous Materials. Ammunition is a Hazardous Material. No Drop-Off, package must be picked up by FedEx. See . Additional shipping information and procedures at . Label meets requirements of . View Quote ![]() |
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Probably a REALLY stupid question, but does “prohibited” mean “illegal”?
If so, if someone, unknowingly to me, send ammo through USPS, am I obligated to refuse to accept the package? If the seller sends through USPS and the package gets found out, will they actually arrest the sender, and possibly the buyer? |
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[Last Edit: 7/16/2020 7:15:12 PM EST by Techsan02]
Originally Posted By Joshsquatch: Probably a REALLY stupid question, but does “prohibited” mean “illegal”? If so, if someone, unknowingly to me, send ammo through USPS, am I obligated to refuse to accept the package? If the seller sends through USPS and the package gets found out, will they actually arrest the sender, and possibly the buyer? View Quote I bought loaded ammo on gunbroker last night. Today I got a USPS shipping notification. We’ll see... Received and no one arrested. |
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Signatures are stupid and annoying.
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You guys are paranoid. I bet yall show up for jury duty. Lol
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I don't have access to color printer. Can the ORD D label be in black and white?
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God Speed to our Warriors, May they complete their Mission and Bring their Men and Women home safe.
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Signatures are stupid and annoying.
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The ORM-D labels are being phased out. They will only be valid until December 31, 2020. After that, the limited quantity label will be required per DOT.
I recommend editing the original post to avoid any confusion. Here's the latest from UPS. |
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[Last Edit: 10/21/2020 7:59:58 PM EST by Hazmat401]
I think I can be insightful on why there’s so much nuances when it comes to the post office and shipping ammo
I used to work for US Airways now American Airlines in the Philadelphia region.... we handled a lot of USPS priority mail and the like Think about it.... what Freight planes does USPS own? The post office sub contracts all the airlines to move their express Mail and even the ground Mail... whatever their logistics call for at the time When it comes to USPS.... always declare what your shipping because when I said the post office ship their mail on the airlines.... it means your 1000 rounds of .556 that you just sold for $800 bucks is under the first class section of an Airbus A321T on its way to Hawaii or the 500 rounds of .40 you made a killing on is under the lavatory of a Southwest 737-800 on its way to Phoenix Declare what you’re shipping! My advice.... Ship GROUND via FedEx or UPS and save yourself the hassles |
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New Info/Label on Shipping Small Arms Ammunition-
https://www.ups.com/us/en/help-center/packaging-and-supplies/special-care-shipments/hazardous-materials/shipping-ammunition.page How to Package Cartridges, Small Arms Ammunition must be packed in inside boxes, partitioned within a snugly fitting outside box or in metal clips. Cartridges must be properly cushioned and protected from accidental initiation. The inside boxes, partitions or metal clips must be packaged in securely closed outside packaging that will not open during transit. The package may not exceed 66 lb. (30 kg). Is a Hazardous Materials Label or Marking Required? Yes, qualified packages that meet the definition of Cartridges, small arms must be marked with the Limited Quantity black and white marking when shipped by UPS Ground within the 48 contiguous states, UPS Ground Intra-Oahu and Intra-Alaska. Shipping papers are not required. The Limited Quantity marking (approximately 4 X 4 inches) must be securely affixed to your package and placed on package as a "square on point" or "diamond". Getting the Package to UPS Cartridges, small arms may be shipped only through a UPS Scheduled Pickup Account using various UPS pickup services , or through a UPS Customer Center (counters at UPS operational facilities). Note: Cartridges, small arms are not accepted for shipment via UPS Drop Boxes, and may not be tendered to or dropped off at locations of The UPS Store® or any third party retailer or UPS Access Point™ location. When shipping Limited Quantities of hazardous materials by UPS Ground within the 48 contiguous states, UPS Ground Intra-Oahu or Intra-Alaska, only the standard shipping charges apply. There are no "accessorial" or additional charges. |
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Can you use the new UPS flat rate option for shipping ammo?
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Originally Posted By Joshsquatch: Probably a REALLY stupid question, but does “prohibited” mean “illegal”? If so, if someone, unknowingly to me, send ammo through USPS, am I obligated to refuse to accept the package? If the seller sends through USPS and the package gets found out, will they actually arrest the sender, and possibly the buyer? View Quote A few years ago my buddy's wife mailed a case of ammo to him (he was working in a different state at at the time) and she shipped it USPS. Unfortunately she packed poorly and the box got punctured. USPS only confiscated the ammo. |
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