Postal Letter

Can I send this item first class postage?

I am sending about four ounces of glass beads to a friend. It would be five ounces with the packaging. I am shipping them in an padded envelope with bubble wrap around the bag of beads. Can I send it by first class mail through the USPS or should I choose a different postal method? I have checked the USPS website and it states that in order to go as a first class package the weight cannot be over 13 ounces and the thickness cannot not exceed 3/4 of an inch.The package is not over 3/4 inch thick but it is not uniform and is lumpy. Thank you!

Public Comments

1. you shouldn't have a problem. but if in doubt go and ask your post master...he can help you
2. I ship odd shape items on a regular basis. You can ship first class but there will be an additional fee.The size of your package is fine for first class. The type of package you are shipping can't be run through the Post Office canceling machine, it needs to be hand canceled. They do charge a small fee for that but it isn't much. Be sure to mark the envelope "FRAGILE"