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quick usa postage check for me please

steveo3002
steveo3002 Posts: 2,731 Forumite
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ive got a thin book to mail to the usa , the sizes are

400grams
35cm x 29 x2.5cm bubble envelope

site seems to say small packets or printer papers are £5.37 but dont mention the size allowed

could anyone thats more used to it confirm please , will be using the post office counter if that varys the price ?

thanks

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  • soolin
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    I can't imagine a 400 gramme book being too large for airmail- so you will be fine.
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  • mazza111
    mazza111 Posts: 6,327 Forumite
    If I remember correctly, small packets covers up to 2kg. Put some different amounts in RM postage checker just be be sure tho. Been a while since I sent something small package :)
    4 Stones and 0 pounds or 25.4kg lighter :j
  • steveo3002
    steveo3002 Posts: 2,731 Forumite
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    just a bit new to this and its a low value item so i cant afford to be wrong and soak up the differance

    books seem rather expensive to mail anywhere , ive got a heap but might sling em rather than post
  • soolin
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    mazza111 wrote: »
    If I remember correctly, small packets covers up to 2kg. Put some different amounts in RM postage checker just be be sure tho. Been a while since I sent something small package :)

    OP states book weighs 400grammes though so why would they need to try different weights?
    I’m a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on the eBay, Auctions, Car Boot & Jumble Sales, Boost Your Income, Praise, Vents & Warnings, Overseas Holidays & Travel Planning , UK Holidays, Days Out & Entertainments boards. If you need any help on these boards, do let me know.. Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any posts you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button, or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com.All views are my own and not the official line of MoneySavingExpert.
  • theonlywayisup
    theonlywayisup Posts: 16,032 Forumite
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    edited 10 November 2011 at 6:46AM
    steveo3002 wrote: »
    ive got a thin book to mail to the usa , the sizes are

    400grams
    35cm x 29 x2.5cm bubble envelope

    site seems to say small packets or printer papers are £5.37 but dont mention the size allowed

    could anyone thats more used to it confirm please , will be using the post office counter if that varys the price ?

    thanks
    The sizes are there.

    Letter or Packet
    (Minimum size) One surface must be at least 90mm x 140mm

    (Maximum size) Length, width and depth combined must not be greater than!- 900mm

    You will need a CN22 customs label and an airmail sticker (or print this clearly on your parcel). Ensure it has a returns address as US customs may refuse it otherwise.
  • martindow
    martindow Posts: 10,687 Forumite
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    International prices are based on the weight as long as the package doesn't exceed the maximum size limits. There is no equivalent of the inland pricing in proportion system with letters, large letters and packets each with their different prices.
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