Reducing weight saves money. Learn how to request OopBuy's repacking service, ensure safety for fragile goods, and lower shipping fees without compromising protection.
Why Repacking Matters
International shipping costs are primarily calculated based on volumetric weightactual weight, whichever is greater. Suppliers often use oversized boxes with excessive padding, leading to higher fees. OopBuy's professional repacking service optimizes your package by removing unnecessary retail boxes and excess materials, reducing dimensional weight while maintaining secure protection for your items.
How to Request Repacking & Weight Optimization
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Log In and Navigate to Your Warehouse
After logging into your OopBuy account, go to "My Warehouse"
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Select Items and Choose Service
Select the items you wish to consolidate and click "Apply for Repacking""Submit Parcel"
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Submit Detailed Instructions
In the "Remarks"
"Please remove all retail boxes and excess filler. Repack items tightly using lightweight materials. Please retain original packaging for fragile electronics only. Optimize for minimal volumetric weight."
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Review Fee and Confirm
OopBuy will apply a small repacking fee. Review the updated weight/volume estimates and the total cost, then confirm your request. The warehouse team will then process your order accordingly.
Ensuring Safety for Fragile Goods During Repacking
Optimization does not mean less protection. Here’s how to ensure your fragile items are safe:
- Be Explicit in Instructions:
- Specify Protective Materials:"Please use bubble wrap and corner protectors for the fragile items."
- Opt for Smart Consolidation:
- Consider a Box-in-Box:
Maximizing Shipping Fee Reduction
Follow these strategies to see significant cost savings:
- Combine Multiple Items:Parcel Consolidation
- Request "Removal of Tags & Hangers":
- Accept Minor Package Damage:
- Post-Repacking Review:
- Request "Removal of Tags & Hangers":
Final Checklist Before You Confirm
Before submitting your repacking request, double-check:
- Are my special instructions clear and specific?
- Have I identified all fragile items?
- Am I comfortable with the removal of original packaging where specified?
- Have I compared the potential savings (via estimates) against the repacking service fee?
By using OopBuy's repacking service intelligently, you turn simple parcel forwarding into a cost-optimized logistics process. You gain direct control over the packaging, striking the perfect balance between safety and economy, ultimately lowering your shipping fees without compromising the safety of your goods.