Buy the DHL Päckchen S and use its key features

Whenever smaller items need to be sent, DHL Parcel S is the ideal option. This form of mailing is particularly simple, convenient and flexible. With a minimum size of 15x11x1 cm and a maximum size of 35x25x10 cm and a weight of up to 2 kg, it is a suitable shipping solution for many small and lightweight items. For example, CDs or books can be sent very conveniently. Below we provide you with comprehensive information on how you can make the most of the S Päckchen DHL. You will find out everything about its most important features, the postage costs, the optimal cardboard packaging, the various possible uses and the advantages. We also explain how shipping works with this S shipping box and explain the most important differences to a parcel.

The S parcel for uncomplicated shipping by post

If you want to buy a DHL S small parcel, you have a versatile and flexible rate for postal shipping, especially for small and light shipments. Many customers want to buy the DHL S small parcel because it offers sufficient space for many types of shipping goods, is very convenient to frank and handle and is significantly cheaper than a parcel, for example.

The short delivery time is particularly interesting. The S parcel usually takes no more than one to two working days to reach the recipient. This makes the DHL S box a very fast way to send a product, gift, merchandise or any other item within Germany.

The maximum dimensions and maximum weight of the Karton Päckchen S have been selected so that it is suitable for many different shipping tasks. Whether it is CDs, books, electronic devices, toys, textiles or other products, it doesn't matter.

One of the great advantages of buying a size S parcel is that the process is very simple and convenient. The process optionally consists of convenient online franking and collection or posting. This completes the shipping process. S-Päckchen DHL is therefore a versatile, flexible and inexpensive option for shipping small and light shipments for both business and private customers.

Dimensions, weights and postage costs for the Gr small box

We have already pointed out that the Päckchen S packaging with a price of 3.99 euros is an inexpensive shipping offer. A package with a maximum size of 35x25x10 cm can be sent anywhere in Germany for this price. There is an upper limit of 2 kg for the total weight. The dimensions and weight are perfectly adequate for transporting a wide range of goods. At 3.99 euros, S Päckchen DHL is cheaper than many other shipping methods.

Important in this context: There is not only a maximum size for the DHL S small parcel, but also a minimum size. This ensures that the parcel can be handled properly within the internal postal shipping processes. Specifically, the minimum size is 15x11x1 cm. The Päckchen S box may not be smaller. No special packaging is required. However, it has proven to be a good idea to use a folding carton made of corrugated cardboard. The material is very light on one side and stable on the other. Folding cartons are very easy to handle and inexpensive. In the next chapter, we will introduce you to a size S folding DHL box, which is ideally suited for the small parcel S and complies with the international FEFCO standard.

If this shipping format is too small for your requirements, you can use the M parcel as an alternative. Here, the maximum size is 60x30x15 cm and therefore also offers enough space for larger items. The M parcel can also be used to transport up to 2 kg. With postage costs of 4.79 euros, the price is still very reasonable.

Which shipping box is best suited for cubic shipments?

In order to make the best use of Päckchen S DHL, we recommend a box that fits exactly. These boxes are made from single-wall corrugated cardboard and therefore benefit from the advantages of a particularly sturdy yet lightweight material. The shipping box weighs just 140 grams, leaving more than 1.8 kg available for the actual shipment.

Single-wall corrugated cardboard means that the material used for the cardboard box consists of a single layer of corrugated cardboard. This is laminated on both sides with a top layer. This results in a total thickness of 3.5 mm. This makes the cardboard box both a guarantee for safe shipping and suitable for storing goods for longer periods of time. The total load capacity of the folding box is 15 kg, which is well above the maximum weight of a Deutsche Post Päckchen S parcel.

The outer dimensions are exactly 35 x 25 x 10 cm. This results in an inner dimension of 34.2 × 24.2 × 8.5 cm with sufficient space for many items and products.

Incidentally, the boxes meet the specifications and requirements of FEFCO. The abbreviation originally stood for "Fédération Européenne des Fabricants de Carton Ondulé". This is a non-profit organization in Brussels that was founded in 1952 and is now known as the "European Federation of Corrugated Board Manufacturers".

FEFCO has developed an internationally valid code with which cardboard packaging can be clearly identified. The code has four digits. The first two digits determine the basic type of packaging. Our carton bears the FEFCO code 0201, with the "02" at the beginning standing for the basic type of folding box or folding carton. This refers to a cardboard box that is delivered flat. It can therefore be stored in a very space-saving manner and is simply unfolded when required. The following "01" specifies that the carton is equipped with inner bottom flaps and inner lid flaps. The bottom outer flaps and the top outer flaps meet in the middle. This allows them to be glued together quickly and securely with packing tape and thus sealed reliably.

Small cartons and their versatile uses as packaging

Whether you are an entrepreneur, a private individual, an online retailer or an enthusiastic seller on eBay classifieds: Many people regularly find themselves in a situation where they have to send small and lightweight shipments within Germany. For example, CDs, books, small parts, electronic devices, figurines, toys and similar products are sent in large numbers every day.

Such shipping must be inexpensive on the one hand and convenient on the other. Excessively high postage costs either put a strain on your own budget or have to be passed on to the customer. An overly complicated process makes daily work more difficult and leads to a significant additional burden. With a price of just 3.99 euros, it is undoubtedly cheaper than many other forms of shipping.

The maximum dimensions and maximum weight of a Parcel S are closely aligned with the general requirements for shipping. The combination of maximum size and maximum weight is exactly right for many different products that need to be shipped very frequently. If you examine your own shipping requirements, you will see that many shipments meet the exact standards defined by this packaging.

Of particular interest here is the height dimension, which is limited to 10 cm. How often have we all been annoyed when we received a DHL box S that was much larger than the actual contents. An excessive amount of filling material is used here. This not only pollutes the environment, but is also very annoying for most recipients as it has to be disposed of. A cardboard box that is only 10 cm high requires very little filling material and is still sufficient to transport many different items.

Inexpensive and short delivery times with small cardboard boxes

We have already highlighted many of the features and characteristics of the DHL small parcel size S. We would now like to present the advantages at a glance.

At the top of the list is, of course, the low price. At just 3.99 euros per shipment, the shipping costs are in a very good proportion to the value of most of the products being shipped. After all, it would be unreasonable if the shipping costs were significantly higher than the actual cost of the goods. For example, customers who order something from a retailer would have to spend more money on shipping than on the order itself.

The next advantage is the short delivery time. As a rule, the package only needs one to two working days to reach the recipient. This applies to the whole of Germany. Particularly responsible: shipping is climate-neutral thanks to targeted investment in climate protection projects.

Päckchen-S also has nothing to shy away from in terms of handling. The process is simple and convenient. What is particularly interesting is that the shipment can be collected at any time. You can either book a corresponding option, which is subject to a charge. Or you can simply hand the DHL S box with online franking to the delivery person. This service is available at no additional cost.

Uncomplicated and fast: this is how parcel shipping works

A particular strength of this mailing service is its simple and convenient handling. Let's take a closer look at the process to show how convenient it is to send parcels in this way.

The first step is always the packaging. It is important to use cardboard boxes that protect the contents well and at the same time comply with the maximum permitted dimensions. This is the case, for example, with our folding carton made of single-wall corrugated cardboard, so you can always be sure that your package will not be too large. For sensitive goods, it is advisable to protect the goods well on all sides. The best way to do this is to fill all cavities in the cardboard packaging with filling material. The cardboard packaging must then be sealed from the outside. A good packing tape is best suited for this. Please make sure that there are no old address labels or barcodes on the cardboard packaging. This could result in the consignment being delivered to the wrong address.

The next step is franking. DHL offers a total of four options for this. One is online franking, which is done via the DHL website. Secondly, the Post & DHL app can be used to purchase the shipping label. It is also possible to place an order in the Deutsche Post online store. Last but not least, you can also frank the shipment at a branch. If you order shipping online, you can print out the stamp directly and attach it to the cardboard box. If you don't have a printer, you can print out the stamp at packing stations, branches, parcel stores and also directly from the delivery person.

The last step is to take the size S parcel to a branch or parcel station near you. You can also simply hand it to your delivery person. If the box is particularly small, it can also be dropped in a letterbox if it has already been stamped.

Shipping offers

In addition to shipping as a Päckchen-S, you can also choose to send it as a parcel. You may be wondering what the differences are between the two options. One feature immediately catches the eye: the parcel is more expensive, with a price starting at 5.49 euros, than the size S box, which is available from 3.99 euros. The package in the cheapest version also allows a maximum total weight of 2 kg. However, with a maximum size of 60x30x15 cm, it can be larger than the size S parcel.
The two shipping methods are also identical in terms of delivery time. In both cases, DHL states that delivery will take place within 1-2 working days.

There is a really significant difference in terms of shipment tracking and liability in the event of loss or damage. During shipping, you cannot find out where the shipment is currently located. If the Parcel-S is lost or damaged en route, the shipping service provider will not provide a replacement. It is therefore not possible to track your parcel online.

It's a completely different story with a parcel: as soon as it has been registered, you can track its current status online. This means you always know exactly when it was handed over to a Packstation or a parcel carrier, when it was delivered to the nearest branch, when it arrived in the recipient's destination region, when it was packed into a delivery vehicle and when it was delivered. This information is available via a tracking code, which you can pass on to the recipient. This enables the recipient to track the shipment as well.

In terms of liability, the parcel is insured for 500 euros. So if it is lost or damaged in transit, you can claim compensation from Swiss Post.

The parcel therefore offers an even more secure alternative to the small parcel S, but is also more expensive. If shipment tracking and liability are not important to you, the Päckchen gr S is the ideal solution for you. If, on the other hand, you want to know where the shipment is at all times and want to protect the contents against loss or damage, then the parcel may be the better solution for you.