How to Accurately Estimate the Delivery Window For First-Class Mail

Getting mailers out the door is important for any ecommerce seller. But it’s just as important to understand the process of how mail gets sorted and delivered. That’s because, even with the best of intentions, it can be hard to accurately assess when a package is going to show up on your recipient’s doorstep.


The most basic of USPS mail services is First-Class mail, which is used for letters, thick envelopes, and small packages that weigh up to 13 ounces. For heavier items, you will want to use a different service like Priority Mail.

First-class mail is still faster than standard delivery and usually takes 1-3 days to reach your recipient. It is also cheaper than using express shipping options.

As for what’s causing delays in First-Class Mail delivery, it can come down to a number of factors. For example, restrictions on letter carriers prevent them from working overtime to make extra deliveries at the end of their routes. Additionally, bad weather and road closures can cause delays.

For these reasons, it’s essential for any ecommerce retailer to clearly communicate shipping estimates and timelines to their customers. This will help keep them from getting irritated when their package doesn’t arrive as soon as they expected. To do this, you can refer to shipping cutoff dates logged in ShipStation for each carrier. These deadlines are based on the date your item is picked up by the carrier. It’s important to know these dates so you can plan accordingly for your next shipment.

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