How to Ship Elderberry Syrup: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to ship elderberry syrup- Prepare the syrup and put it in tightly sealed jars, keep the contents cold in an insulated pouch/envelope, and place them in a properly sealed shipping box. Find a shipping or courier service to deliver your item per your needs.
Many people use elderberry syrup for medicinal purposes. Users say it is effective for boosting the immune system and fighting viruses.
This post is for you if you are an elderberry syrup maker or just someone who would like to send it to a friend or family member.
It will guide you on how to ship elderberry syrup effectively and safely until it reaches its final destination while giving you handy shipping tips.
Table of Contents
What You Need to Prepare
How to Pack Elderberry Syrup
In this guide, you will learn how to ship elderberry syrup safely and efficiently, like a pro. By following these steps, you can minimize the risk of damage during shipping.
1. Determine Your Elderberry Syrup Jar Dimensions
It helps to take the measurements of your jar(s) to determine how well they will fit in the shipping box and the insulated envelope/pouch.
Provided they are tightly sealed. You can use glass or plastic jars.
However, plastic jars are better because they are not as heavy as glass jars. Because of the weight, a package with glass jars will usually be more expensive to ship.
The jar dimensions you get should give you an idea of the size of the insulated pouch/envelope you should get.
Once you get the insulated pouch/envelope, you can proceed to prepare the shipping bo
2. Create a Shipping Box for Your Elderberry Syrup
The shipping box is what you will use to pack all the contents that will be in transit.
It, therefore, needs to be large enough to accommodate everything. It needs to have extra space for the ice packs too.
You can buy a shipping box from your local store or use an old box.
3. Secure Your Elderberry Syrup Before Packing
Get the jar(s) you intend to ship and wrap them in bubble wrap.
If you cover your jars, they will be well-protected from rubbing against each other and possible impact while in transit.
You will then need to put the wrapped jar(s) in the insulated pouch/envelope and place the ice packs on the sides of the jar(s) inside the pouch/envelope.
Your elderberry syrup will need to remain cold to remain fresh.
You can seal the pouch/envelope further to keep the contents intact.
4. Box the Secured Elderberry Syrup Package
Put the pouch/envelope with the jars in the shipping box.
Even though the insulated pouch/envelope will usually be safe, I recommend you line the sides of the shipping box further with cellulose wadding as a precaution against leaks.
After everything, seal your shipping box appropriately using your packaging tape.
Like most shipping companies, I suggest using the “H” sealing method to properly secure the box’s seams and flaps.
5. Label Your Package
If you have already prepared a label for your package, you need to place it on the box.
If you haven’t already, design it.
The label should feature all the details the shipping company may need.
Indicate the recipient’s name, address or pick-up point, a phone number e.t.c You can also indicate that the contents are perishable on the package label.
6. You’re Ready to Go
Now your package is ready for shipping. Take it to a mailing station near you or keep it ready for pick up.
How Much Does it Cost to Ship Elderberry Syrup?
Usually, shipping costs depend on several factors, varying across couriers or shipping companies.
The main determining factors will usually be the weight of your package or size (heavier and large items cost more than light and small packages), the service you use (standard services are cheaper than express services), and the destination.
Shipping elderberry syrup locally is cheaper than shipping internationally.
Generally, items delivered locally should expect $3-$5 and $18-$25 for international deliveries. Standard deliveries will usually take 2-5 days.
The Cheapest Way to Ship Elderberry Syrup
To ship elderberry syrup cheaply, you need to get the packaging right.
The contents will affect the weight and size of your package. For example, use plastic jars instead of glass jars.
Again, use proper measurements to prevent your package from being unnecessarily big or very small that you need two shipping boxes.
Don’t forget to look for services that provide flat rates since they are usually cheaper.
Some suppliers take care of extra shipping charges if you order many jars, which can be economical.
You can also save money by taking your package to the post office yourself to save on some couriers’ pick-up fees.
If your elderberry syrup qualifies as mail, meaning it is very light, your best shipping solution would be USPS.
However, if you send many heavy packages, Pirate ship will be your best choice.
Pirate ship is best for such packages, and they give cheaper rates for the same than USPS.
Final Thoughts
Elderberry syrup can help with certain medical conditions. That is why you will find many people sourcing the syrup from suppliers, family, or friends.
Nevertheless, senders must ship the syrup right.
I hope this guide has helped you enough if you need to send elderberry syrup and don’t know where to start.
If you have had any problems with your shipments, I hope it has provided you with practical tips for better shipping.
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