In-Stock Poly Mailers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a poly mailer?

Poly mailers are about the lightest way to ship items while also protecting the goods. The PE material (polyethylene) used is co-extruded making them puncture and tear resistant during the shipping process. Poly mailers help protect non-fragile goods from moisture and provide security. Also, they are self-sealing using lip and tape seal with gray inside for opacity. Ink, stamps and labels adhere easily.

What can be packed and shipped using poly mailers?

Poly mailers are great for shipping a wide variety of individual items in a puncture resistant and tamper evident envelope. They also protect your goods from moisture. Items like books, shoes, apparel, accessories, fabrics, and blueprints are perfect for the right sized poly mailer.

The first question to ask is, "Are you shipping something fragile?" If the answer is yes, then poly mailers are probably not the right solution for you... unless you trust the handlers to cradle your mailer like a baby and gently move it from location to location.

Another question pertains to the size of the object you are shipping. Is the object you're shipping larger than an extra large take out pizza? If yes, then you probably won't want to use a poly mailer. The only one that could possibly fit is the 26" x 28" x 5" Expansion Poly Mailer.

Also the shape of object is important to consider for what you are shipping. Is the object pretty bulky like a teddy bear? If yes, then you probably won't want to use a poly mailer. Maybe a smaller stuffed animal could possibly fit in our longest poly mailer 13" x 45" Long Poly Mailer.

Poly mailers ship well when they are being used to ship the right individual item. Avoid packaging several different items in the same poly mailer. We have a wide variety of corrugated products for this purpose, like corrugated mailers and boxes.

What size poly mailer do I need?

As you ask, "How do I know what is the right size poly mailer?" Realize there are many factors in determining the size you will need to adequately fit your item. We are just hoping to be helpful and give you a little bit of direction. Before ordering a whole case, we may be able to send you a sample to ensure that you will be satisfied.

• Step one is to measure the Width, Depth and Length of the item that you are shipping.
• Step two is to determine the minimum width (W) of the poly mailer needed. Calculate Width + Height + 1.25 inches. The result is the minimum width.
• Step three is to determine the minimum length (L) of the poly mailer needed. Add Length + Depth (Height) + (Depth x 2). The result is the minimum length of poly mailer needed.
• Step four is to put the two results together (W x L) to determine the minimum sized poly mailer that you need.

So if you are sending out polo shirts that measures 9(w) x 11(l) + 2(d) all folded up then you would want to buy a 14 x 17 standard poly mailer or you might consider a little bit smaller size that already has a side gusset for a expansion poly mailer 10 x 13 + 2 gusseted poly mailer.