How to Ship Sea Moss Gel with Practical Shipping Tips

Among the vast health product categories, sea moss holds a significant place in the market. 

I am not a fan of health products. My experience in the shipping industry says the sea moss business is growing gradually all over the world. This has to be a good product.

Now, shipping sea moss might seem to be a complicated task. First, you have to put it in an airtight jar, wrap and package it with bubble wrap, put it inside the mailbox with some dry ice packs, and seal it well.

After that comes the shipping part where you choose your shipping partner. You may want to ship sea moss for business or to some friends and family who cannot easily access it. This article will help you to know how to ship sea moss gel in a detailed way. Keep exploring!

Packaging Essentials

• Glass/Plastic jar.
• Dry ice packs.
• Bubble wrap.
• Bubble mailer.
• Thermal Bag.
• Packaging tape.
• Box.
• Label (Optional).

Sea Moss Packaging: Step By Step

Sea moss is a bioproduct. Packaging and shipping of this product are sensitive. By following these steps, you can minimize the risk of damage while shipping.

Step 1: Sea Moss Gel Jar Selection

It is best to start with the basic jar to put the sea moss. The basic wide-mouth pint 500ml jar is 5″ in height. 

You need to take the measurements of the diameter and the height. It allows you to get the right size of thermal pouch and shipping box.

Tip: You can use glass or plastic jars, depending on what you can easily find. However, you should know that glass jars will usually be heavier, which adds to the shipping fees.

Step 2: Preserving the Moss

To preserve the sea moss during shipping, avoid shipping it at room temperature. Freeze the sea moss jar at least for a whole night. This will keep the sea moss quality intact during shipping.

Depending on the weather, frozen sea moss should be frozen for 2 to 4 days. There is a good possibility that the recipient will get the sea moss jar frozen.

Step 3: Shipping Box for Your Sea Moss Gel

Now that you have the dimensions and, it is time to get the right-sized shipping box for your sea moss.

You can use an old box or buy one from your local store. If you are using a USPS mailing service, you can get boxes from them. You should go for the flat-rate boxes of theirs.

Learn More: Are USPS Boxes Free? How To Get Free Boxes

There are medium and large flat-rate boxes from USPS. The medium box should accommodate at least 3 of the standard-sized jars with other stuff. Large boxes can hold more than three. You can also use other boxes according to your needs. Just make sure the boxes are in good condition.

Tip: Choose a box based on the sizes of your jar but remember to leave extra space. The extra space is for the area to be occupied by the ice packs.

Step 4: Securing Sea Moss Gel Jars

If your jars are wrapped, they won’t collide or come into contact with one another. It also prevents friction and scratching against the gel packs.

Pack the bubble-wrapped jars and gel packs in the insulated envelope/ thermal bag. You can get thermal bags from Dollar Tree or Amazon. Each bag might cost you about $2.

Step 5: Pack the Sea Moss Gel

Line all the sides of the shipping box with cellulose wadding. It will help in case of any leaks. You can also put a bubble mailer at the bottom. 

Bubble mailers should be available at the USPS for free. So grab a few of them from the mailing office. This will save you some cost 

Then go ahead and put the insulated envelope/thermal bag with the sea moss in the shipping box.

Now put some packs of dry ice with it. For example, if you are packing three jars, use at least two ice packs. These ice packs will help preserve the temperature.

To have a clear idea, look at this Amazon link. Here, you’ll see small packs of dry ice. I would suggest you cut three small pouches to make a single ice pack

Now place another bubble mailer on the top and seal the box. If any spaces are left in the box, you can add extra cellulose wadding to the cushion and seal the box accordingly.

Tip: Seal the shipping box with the packaging tape using an “H” seal method. This method seals the flaps and seams of the box adequately.

Step 6: Label Your Package

You can’t send a package without a label.

Provide all the necessary details about the recipient and place the label on the shipping box. Remember to mark your parcel as “perishable.” And if you send the sea moss in glass jars, write ‘Fragile’ or ‘Handle with care’ on the box. Your package will be handled with extra care.

Tip: Have two sides of the shipping box with the details. It provides easier identification and is a precautionary measure in case one of the labels gets damaged during transit. Additionally, use packaging tape to cover the labels to prevent details from smearing.

Step 7: You’re Ready to Go

At this point, your package is ready to go. Take it to the mailing station for immediate shipping. For perishable items like sea moss, you should send it using priority options.

How Much Does it Cost to Ship Sea Moss Gel?

Like other shipments, the weight of your sea moss gel shipping box will affect how much you pay. Heavier packages will usually cost more.

Depending on the shipping company you will be using and your urgency for delivery,

your cost for shipping sea moss gel will usually be between $5, but it can also go up to $10 or more.

You can ship using a shipping company of your choice. I prefer using USPS Priority Mail, UPS, or FedEx.

The Cheapest Way to Ship Sea Moss Gel

The cost of shipping sea moss gel depends on your chosen service, which typically affects the transit time.

If you use a standard service (not recommended), it will be cheaper than using express service. Then again, sea moss is a perishable item and should be sent using express/priority services.

If you send sea moss gel internationally, the price will usually be higher than domestic shipping. It will usually be due to customs charges and tax additions.

You can ship sea moss gel using USPS or Pirate Ship.

Now, for USPS large flat rate mail boxes, the charge is $19 up to 100 pounds. The charge will vary in case of weight.

Use Pirate Ship if you are sending heavy and many packages, but use USPS if your package is small and light.

Pirate Ship will usually give you cheaper rates with their commercial pricing rates.

Ending Thoughts

Sea moss has many research-backed health benefits. But not all regions have readily available or affordable sea moss. So, there are huge possibilities on the market. 

Bio products like these are difficult to ship. With proper packaging and a good shipping service, your sea moss will be as safe as a letter.  

I hope this guide has provided you with crucial information about what you need to ship sea moss gel both for business and gifts to friends and family.