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Question about mailing vape stuff in US
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jwill
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Exotic animals is usually a good way to get it confiscated. Same with and I quote "Freshly harvested Organs". Generally keeping it simple and not saying anything is best practice. Auto parts is always an easy one.
I've shipped a number of mods and atty's to the U.S from Canada and have never had an issue with them clearing by simply putting "electronics"
With the hours I work, the kiosk is most convenient for me. It gives me the option of liquids and hazardous materials, so my option is always "no". I used to send juice out, always clicked "no" on that one, as well.
I just tell them it's an alternative pleasure giving device......
And the clerk usually grins (smile broadly, especially in an unrestrained manner and with the mouth open).
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And the clerk usually grins (smile broadly, especially in an unrestrained manner and with the mouth open).
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If you are sending it within the US to a US address, why are they asking you what's in it?
Mine makes us say yes or no if there is anything flammable or liquid (hint, they clarified, under 4 oz of liquid is not counted as liquid, lol)
I always just say no
️said. I'm asked nothing more
I've mailed to Canada/UK
On the customs form if sending a regulated mod I've put "Video Game Controller"
If sending a tube mod. "Flash Light extension"
Within the US I always send via the Kiosk and the prompt is always no to flammables or lithium Ion batteries.
Thing I dislike about the Post Office the most is that they hide the other Priority Rate boxes... the small flat rate is generally more than it would be if sent in the larger "Hidden" boxes...
For instance, the Small Flat Rate is $7.90 2 day US and sometimes that thinner box just isnt big enough right? well...
The 1096L sometimes costs less... but they don't have them out in the shelves with the others...why you ask? cause normally it costs you $6.25 to ship using the 96L... compared to the $7.90
and if you use the Flat Rate, you accept the charge cause well its a set fee...sneaky bastards right?
Anyhoo
On the customs form if sending a regulated mod I've put "Video Game Controller"
If sending a tube mod. "Flash Light extension"
Within the US I always send via the Kiosk and the prompt is always no to flammables or lithium Ion batteries.
Thing I dislike about the Post Office the most is that they hide the other Priority Rate boxes... the small flat rate is generally more than it would be if sent in the larger "Hidden" boxes...
For instance, the Small Flat Rate is $7.90 2 day US and sometimes that thinner box just isnt big enough right? well...
The 1096L sometimes costs less... but they don't have them out in the shelves with the others...why you ask? cause normally it costs you $6.25 to ship using the 96L... compared to the $7.90
and if you use the Flat Rate, you accept the charge cause well its a set fee...sneaky bastards right?Anyhoo
I've always used a shipping place near my house and they've always asked. Hell I thought it was standard procedure. Also figured that if I said vape stuff that there may be an issue. May have to revisit how I ship.
Stupid question number 2. What kiosk? At the post office? I haven't actually gone to a post office in years.
Oh c
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Exactly like this...
Oh Hell no. LOL if it wasn't for the ice and snow I wouldn't mind being her neighbor.
See no one cares. LOL
I shipped your tank at a kiosk. It measures and weighs it, you accept the weight, and when you start typing in the address, a box will pop up that finishes the address for you. They're watching youuuu
. Then, when you're done, it spits out the postage and tracking stickers. Super handy dandy, and that area is open 24/7 since the PO boxes are all in there. Only had an issue there one time, because someone's box got lodged in it and the drop box thing wouldn't open.
Luckily, what I mailed that day fit into the letter slot. 
Pretty much the best part of it, and since robots are taking over the world, anyway, I've at least gotten practice.
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You hold him down while I give that chrome dome a proper NOOGIE
If there are li batteries or liquids in there you are SUPPOSED to declare those. Aside from that no problems.
I use USPS Click 'n Ship to create and print a label.
It shows all of the box/envelope options, package options, pay via PP, etc.
They just have a little box to check saying you aren't sending prohibited items..derr..
They'll even send you free boxes/mailers and also can schedule a pickup with your regular mail for your packages. Simple as Pie and you don't have to wait in lines or deal with humans at all..
I've been using the 2-day Priority padded 9x12" envelope for years, just $8 to about anywhere CONUS.
(yes the prices went up, used to be $6-7)
It shows all of the box/envelope options, package options, pay via PP, etc.
They just have a little box to check saying you aren't sending prohibited items..derr..
They'll even send you free boxes/mailers and also can schedule a pickup with your regular mail for your packages. Simple as Pie and you don't have to wait in lines or deal with humans at all..
I've been using the 2-day Priority padded 9x12" envelope for years, just $8 to about anywhere CONUS.
(yes the prices went up, used to be $6-7)
