DHL Paket 2 kg (Paket S)
Useful tips for DHL Paket 2 kg (Paket S)
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DHL Paket 2 kg, dimensions, protection, shipping tips
In short, DHL Paket 2 kg includes liability up to €500 and shipment tracking. It is permitted up to 60 × 30 × 15 cm. Important, this shipping class used to be called Paket S. The name has been changed to Paket 2 kg.
What DHL Paket 2 kg is suitable for
For products up to 2 kilograms that require documented shipping. Clothing, books, small parts, spare parts. The service includes liability up to €500 and shipment tracking. That is the difference to a small packet, which is shipped without liability and without tracking.
Dimensions and weight limits
- Maximum dimensions, 60 × 30 × 15 cm
- Minimum dimensions, 15 × 11 × 1 cm
- Maximum weight, 2 kg
Stay within these limits, otherwise the shipment is assigned to the next higher class.
Box choice, material, practical sizes
The right box saves void fill and protects reliably. For DHL Paket 2 kg these options have proven themselves.
- FEFCO 0201 made of single wall corrugated, universal shipping carton. Quick to erect, good edge stability.
- Flute E about 1.5 mm for light contents with low edge load. Flute B about 3 mm, more robust and stackable, recommended for books and small metal or ceramic parts.
- Auto bottom shipping box for fast packing. Closes flat, reduces voids.
- Mailer and wrap around FEFCO 0427 for books and media. Good edge coverage, variable height.
Practical sizes, choose the internal dimension just above the product size plus 2 cm padding clearance on each side. Examples, 300 × 200 × 100 mm for clothing and accessories. 350 × 250 × 120 mm for books and folders. 200 × 150 × 100 mm for small parts. This keeps the parcel compact and safely below 2 kg.
Cushioning, fill voids with paper cushioning, cover sensitive edges, prevent movement in the box. Sealing, apply paper tape firmly over the seam. For higher point loads you can add a corrugated insert or a double bottom flap.
Paket 2 kg or a small packet
Choose DHL Paket 2 kg when proof of delivery, liability and predictable delivery matter. A small packet is cheaper, but it has no liability and no tracking. For robust, low value contents a small packet may be sufficient. For everything else the parcel is the safer choice.
How to get the shipment ready
- Measure the product, plan 2 cm padding clearance, choose the box size.
- Cushion the interior, avoid movement in the box, seal cleanly.
- Apply the shipping label, keep the posting receipt, track the shipment.
Frequently asked questions about DHL Paket 2 kg
- What dimensions apply to DHL Paket 2 kg
- Maximum 60 × 30 × 15 cm, minimum 15 × 11 × 1 cm. The weight must not exceed 2 kg.
- Is liability included
- Yes, up to €500. Shipment tracking is also included.
- Which box type is suitable
- Single wall corrugated, FEFCO 0201. Combined with paper cushioning this covers most contents up to 2 kg.
- What are typical mistakes
- Oversized outer box, too little padding, loose sealing, wrong weight declaration.
- When is a small packet sensible
- For robust, low value contents without the need for liability or tracking.