days please return to sender. Return postage guaranteed. 3rd Class Matter for Parcels 8 Ounces or Under. This is a wonderful classification for mailers selling items weighing 8 ounces or less when completely wrapped for shipping. Under present rules, only the weight determines the amount of postage, not the destination. The 3rd class rates have been very low and the likelihood is that, comparatively speaking, they will remain so in the foreseeable future. No tedious zoning is required and it is the easiest mailing method available. Mailers who find that their parcels are slightly over 8 ounces can save considerable money and work by changing the packaging. Sometimes a change from box wrapping to paper or envelope will be enough to bring the package down to the 8 ounce maximum requirement. Packages shipped under this classification require the following imprint: Contents: 3rd class matter. Postmaster: This parcel may be opened for postal inspection if necessary. If not delivered in . days, please return to sender. Return postage guaranteed.
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