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Back to news... 10 February 2025 What Can I Send in a Parcel to the USA?
More and more people are sending parcels to the USA each year, both for business and pleasure. The range of services offered by Worldwide Parcel Services for shipping to the USA means that you can easily send your parcel to the United States of America for as little as £23.84, and have it arrive in just 2 days! However, there are some restrictions that need to be taken into account when sending a parcel to the USA. Here are some simple tips to help you avoid unwanted delays
Sending a parcel to the USA
The amount of parcels being sent to the USA is rising as the growth in trade between the two countries continues. Trade with the USA is very important and prices for sending parcels to the USA are often more affordable than you might think. If you send a parcel to the USA with Worldwide Parcel Services, business or personal, you can even benefit from prices as low as £23.84! We also import from the USA back to the UK.
It's crucial to ensure that your goods are safe to send if you're sending a package. It's also important to ensure that your goods arrive without damage or delays at the border if you're sending something to the USA.
Before you send a parcel to the USA, you should:
- Be aware that the recipient may have to pay customs duties or taxes depending on the type and value of the items sent
- Some items have a restricted amount that can be sent, make sure you do your research to stop your goods being stopped by customs
- Take care completing the contents section of your booking as this generates your customs document which is sent electronically
- Pack your parcel well using strong boxes and bubble wrap to keep your items safe during their long journey
Check The Rules For Importing And Exporting
Before you decide to ship anything, you must make sure that it is allowed to be sent. What you can and cannot send will depend on what country you are shipping to. If you are shipping to the USA from the UK, you cannot send fresh meat, pork, or dairy products. The rules for importing and exporting can be quite complex, so you should always research the rules for your destination state as some rules are state-specific.
What can I send to the USA?
There are many everyday items that you can send to the USA from the UK. Non-perishable foods, clothing (for personal use or as a gift), furniture, mail, personal pictures, artwork, car parts, computers, and musical instruments are all perfectly acceptable.
Can I send chocolate to the USA?
You can usually send chocolate to America from the UK as long as it is not perishable. Make sure that the chocolate is in the manufacturer’s packaging and has a shelf life of longer than six months before packaging it to send.
Can I send car parts to the USA?
You can send the majority of car parts to the USA as long as they are emptiy of all fluids. Please contact us before shipping car panels or bumpers.
Can I send tea to the USA?
You can send tea, however it is subject to certain restrictions and extra checks at the border. It must be in its original sealed packaging. Tea will be checked by customs upon arrival to make sure it is pure, good quality, and is not likely to bring any insects or potential threats into the country.
What can’t I send to the USA?
If you are shipping from the UK to the USA, you cannot send fresh meat and dairy products. You also cannot send alcohol, biological products, firearms, medicine, soil, plants and cultural artefacts to name just a few. For general guidelines see our restricted and prohibited items list.
To conclude
There are many everyday items and gifts that can be sent to the USA, however, the government does take steps to ensure that anything potentially harmful to an individual, a business or the environment is kept out of the country. You can read the US customs guidance on prohibited goods here.
Once you are ready to send your parcel to the USA, make sure you get a quote from Worldwide Parcel Services! We can send parcels to the USA in just 2 to 6 days, and with prices starting at just £23.84!
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