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Repacking & Protective Packaging

Repacking is a service that improves how items are prepared for international shipping. Many retailers use oversized boxes, minimal padding, or packaging that adds unnecessary weight and volume. Repacking helps reduce dimensional weight, improves protection in transit, and makes shipments more efficient and easier to handle.

Protective packaging focuses on reducing the risk of damage during cross-border delivery. Depending on the item type, this may include additional padding, reinforced boxes, or securing multiple products so they do not shift during transit. The goal is to keep shipping practical while maintaining safe handling standards.

What Repacking Can Include

Repacking can be requested as a standalone service or combined with package consolidation. Items are repacked according to your preferences and shipment requirements. If you need to keep original retail boxes (for resale, gifting, or warranty), you can request that as part of your instructions.

  • Reduce oversized packaging to lower dimensional shipping costs
  • Add protective materials to reduce damage risk
  • Reinforce cartons for heavier or fragile items
  • Organize and secure multiple products in one shipment
  • Optional: keep original retail packaging when requested

When Repacking Is Recommended

Repacking is commonly requested for fragile goods, electronics, cosmetics, collectibles, and mixed shipments that contain items of different shapes and weights. It is also helpful when a retailer ships items in a very large box, as dimensional weight can significantly increase international shipping cost.

If an item is sensitive, high-value, or prone to damage, customers often combine repacking with shipping insurance to add an extra layer of protection. The best approach depends on the product category, destination, and chosen carrier.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What does “repacking” mean?
    Repacking means removing unnecessary outer packaging and preparing items in a more efficient shipping carton. The goal is to reduce wasted space, lower dimensional weight, and improve protection for international transit.
  • Will repacking reduce my shipping cost?
    It often does, especially when the original box is oversized. Many international rates are based on dimensional weight, so a smaller, denser package can reduce cost. Final pricing depends on total weight, size, destination, and carrier.
  • Can you keep the original retail box?
    Yes. If you need original packaging for resale, gifting, or warranty purposes, you can request to keep it. In that case, items can be protected inside a larger shipping carton without removing the retail box.
  • Is protective packaging available for fragile items?
    Yes. Protective packaging can include additional padding and reinforced cartons to reduce damage risk during transit. The level of protection depends on the item type, shipping method, and destination requirements.
  • Should I add insurance if I request repacking?
    Insurance is optional but commonly used for higher-value shipments. Repacking helps protect items physically, while insurance provides financial protection against loss or damage, depending on policy terms.