Inner and outer packing materials

Inner packing materials

Protect your products properly by using the right materials for each type of item.

Example	Material	Recommended use
	Bubble wrap See material	Glass, ceramics, electronics.
	Loose fill See material	Toys, cosmetics, clothing.
	Polyethylene foam See material	Appliances, tools, sports equipment.
	Corrugated cardboard See material	Books, home décor, kitchen products.
	Cardboard dividers	Bottles, electronics, craft kits.
	Air pillows	Small gadgets, fashion accessories, promotional items.

Wrap items individually. Wrap each item on its own, especially fragile ones, so they are protected from bumps and drops.
Use enough filler. Fill empty space in boxes with loose fill or bubble wrap. This keeps products from shifting and getting damaged during transport.
Cover edges and corners. Use corner protectors or extra material on the edges and corners of more vulnerable products, such as glass or ceramics, to prevent damage.
Use strong tape. Use quality packing tape so every layer of protection stays in place. Seal every opening on the box.
Label clearly. Label boxes with clear information about the contents, handling instructions, and warnings. This can help reduce the risk of damage during transport.

Use the right material for the outer packaging. This gives your products extra protection.

Example	Material	Recommended use
	Corrugated cardboard boxes See material	Clothing, books, toys.
	Wooden crates	Machinery, electronic equipment, furniture.
	Kraft paper boxes	Handmade products, gifts.
	Cardboard tube	Posters, architectural plans.
	Polypropylene packing tape See material	All boxes and packages.
	Stretch film See material	Palletized products, food, clothing.
	Bubble mailers See material	Jewelry, electronic devices.
	Pallets	Bulky products, large shipments.
	Corner protectors	Corner protection for fragile shipments.