What are the dimensions of a shipping box?
Shipping Boxes:

  • 6 x 6 x 6 inches.
  • 8 x 8 x 8 inches.
  • 10 x 10 x 8 inches.
  • 12 x 12 x 6 inches.
  • 12 x 12 x 10 inches.
  • 14 x 14 x 12 inches.
  • 16 x 14 x 14 inches.
  • 20 x 18 x 12 inches.

16″ x 12″ x 12″

1.5 cubic foot boxes are the standard box, manufactured by most companies. Its dimension is 16″ x 12″ x 12″. It is also called as the book box is the smallest of the lot. This box is typically used to pack small but heavy items such as power tools, books, canned products, CDs, records, etc.To calculate the size of a box, you need to measure the length, width, and height of the box. Multiply the three measurements together to get the volume of the box in cubic units.

What is the average size of a packaging boxQuestion 1: What are the most common box sizes The standard box measures 17 x 12 ⅜ x 12 ⅜. It's also commonly referred to as “the book box” because it was designed to accommodate heavier items like books, albums, records, CDs, hand tools and more.

What is a standard shipping box

A 1.5-cubic foot box is also known as a book box. It's considered the standard size for shipping boxes. Its dimensions are 16″ x 12″ x 12″. You can use it to pack small, heavy items such as CDs, records, canned products, books, power tools, etc.Standard boxes available in-store at FedEx Office

Dimensions Price for box only Price for fragile packaging2
20" x 20" x 20" box $6.29 $26.99
23" x 17" x 12" box $4.75 $23.99
12" x 9" x 6" box $2.00 $14.49
11" x 11" x 11" box $2.50 $17.49

Is there a minimum size box for shipping

According to USPS, the minimum package size is at least 6 inches in length, 3 inches in height, 1/4 of an inch in thickness, or 6 x 3 x 0.25. This regulation means that the size and height of your package box should be at least 6 inches in length and 3 inches in height.

Maximum Size

Parcels going to a domestic location may not measure more than 108 inches in length and girth combined. USPS Ground Advantage™ mailpieces are an exception; they may not measure more than 130 inches in length and girth combined.

What is the size of a large box

18 x 18 x 24 inches

Large boxes (18 x 18 x 24 inches or 4.5 cubic feet): Made for bulkier items such as comforters, pillows, linens, vases, large dishes, board games and more. Extra large boxes (22 x 22 x 21.5 inches): Bulky items like large pillows, towels and blankets.Medium boxes (18 x 18 x 15 inches, 22 x 16 x 15 inches or 3 cubic feet): The most common moving box, this size is good for office supplies, records, toys, small appliances, decor, photo albums and most household items.First-Class Package International Service: Maximum length is 24”, and combined maximum length + height + thickness is 36" For other international packages, length (the longest side of the package) plus total girth (distance around the thickest part) of your package must be under 108".

Technically, yes, you can use any box. However, you will want to make sure that the box is sturdy enough. Something like a cereal box is much thinner then a regular shipping box. This can cause problems if you are shipping fragile items.

How big is a large shipping boxLarge boxes (18 x 18 x 24 inches or 4.5 cubic feet): Made for bulkier items such as comforters, pillows, linens, vases, large dishes, board games and more. Extra large boxes (22 x 22 x 21.5 inches): Bulky items like large pillows, towels and blankets.

What size is a 25 kg courier boxFedEx® 25kg Box

Inside dimensions: 21.56" x 16.56" x 13.19" (54.8 cm x 42.1 cm x 33.5 cm). Maximum weight allowed: 55 lbs. (25 kg); to qualify for the flat rate, weight cannot exceed 25 kg.

What are the rules for shipping boxes

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  • Use strong packaging with enough room to add cushioning for fragile items and to prevent items from shifting.
  • If you're reusing a box (be careful: boxes can weaken during shipping), make sure all old logos, barcodes, shipping labels, and addresses are covered or blacked out.


Standard boxes available in-store at FedEx Office

Dimensions Price for box only Price with packing
13" x 9" x 11" box $2.75 $7.99
16" x 16" x 16" box $4.29 $13.49
14" x 14" x 14" box $3.75 $10.49
20" x 20" x 20" box $6.29 $17.99

Large boxes (18 x 18 x 24 inches or 4.5 cubic feet): Made for bulkier items such as comforters, pillows, linens, vases, large dishes, board games and more. Extra large boxes (22 x 22 x 21.5 inches): Bulky items like large pillows, towels and blankets.All box dimensions are written as length x width x height. For example, 14" x 11" x 4" means 14" (L) x 11" (W) x 4" (H)". Please let us know if your box dimensions are inner or outer box dimensions.