Diaper Swappers

Robin · 08-22-2012, 09:24 PM

I have a few questions about shipping to Canada. I know first class is the cheapest, but does not have any tracking. So, I was looking at priority international, when I noticed the fine print. "Tracking not available for Priority Mail International Flat Rate Envelopes or Small Flat Rate Priced Boxes." Ugh. So, how could I mail something to Canada without paying $30+ but still protecting myself from any possible paypal dispute? Is there a way?

tygr2410 · 08-22-2012, 09:29 PM

II'm using u-pic to insure some international packages...i haven't had to file a claim or anything, so i can't attest to its customer service, but i know a lot of people use it. It's pretty cheap.

Hillargh · 08-22-2012, 10:52 PM

You can get insurance in case they buyer says it doesn't show up and wants a refund, but beyond that, nope. That's the risk you take shipping to Canada. You'll have the customs number and know when it hits the border, but not beyond.

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Computermama · 08-23-2012, 06:02 AM

Get insurance. It protects you is the parcel goes missing or if it gets damaged or stolen. There's no way to track if it comes from this side of the border either, but I don't worry about it because it's insured up to $100.

That said, I've ordered stuff from the US, probably over 100 packages in the last 10 years. Only once has one gone missing and that's because the WAHM used the wrong address. That's packages from here, spots, HC, eBay, etsy and a variety of other stores. Only once has there ever been a problem.

I_run_with_scissors · 08-23-2012, 06:05 AM

you cant unfortunately. I would suggest purchasing insurance then if your buyer claims it never arrived you will not be out your money.

08-22-2012, 09:24 PM	#1
Robin Registered Users Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 2,663 Ratings: 427 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Shipping to Canada I have a few questions about shipping to Canada. I know first class is the cheapest, but does not have any tracking. So, I was looking at priority international, when I noticed the fine print. "Tracking not available for Priority Mail International Flat Rate Envelopes or Small Flat Rate Priced Boxes." Ugh. So, how could I mail something to Canada without paying $30+ but still protecting myself from any possible paypal dispute? Is there a way? __________________ Mommy to DS 9 , DS 7 , DD 6 , DD 3 and DS 3 ~Our family has been built by birth, adoption, and foster care~ ISO/IHA

08-22-2012, 09:29 PM	#2
tygr2410 Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Where the peaches grow Posts: 11,693 Ratings: 318 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: Shipping to Canada II'm using u-pic to insure some international packages...i haven't had to file a claim or anything, so i can't attest to its customer service, but i know a lot of people use it. It's pretty cheap. __________________ FSOT-please browse here- Dyed OBV blankets, loveys and fabric cuts in stock now @ hyena cart and "like" me on facebook hereThe Painted Pixie

08-22-2012, 10:52 PM	#3
Hillargh Registered Users Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Temple, GA Posts: 5,456 Ratings: 14 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	You can get insurance in case they buyer says it doesn't show up and wants a refund, but beyond that, nope. That's the risk you take shipping to Canada. You'll have the customs number and know when it hits the border, but not beyond. Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using DS Forum __________________ Proud mama of William Alexander (6-12-11) and Benjamin Atticus (9-8-12) I now sell Thirty-One. Check it out here!

08-23-2012, 06:02 AM	#4
Computermama Registered Users Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 12,865 Ratings: 30 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: Shipping to Canada Get insurance. It protects you is the parcel goes missing or if it gets damaged or stolen. There's no way to track if it comes from this side of the border either, but I don't worry about it because it's insured up to $100. That said, I've ordered stuff from the US, probably over 100 packages in the last 10 years. Only once has one gone missing and that's because the WAHM used the wrong address. That's packages from here, spots, HC, eBay, etsy and a variety of other stores. Only once has there ever been a problem. __________________ Becca, Wife to B (10/31/09!) and busy WOHM (on mat leave) to E (10/17/07). and C (04/26/12) I've earned over $450 in gift cards by searching with Swagbucks! Probably nak or fighting autocorrect on my iPod, excuse the typos!

08-23-2012, 06:05 AM	#5
I_run_with_scissors Registered Users Join Date: May 2010 Location: Canada Posts: 2,714 Ratings: 57 Feedback: 100%	Re: Shipping to Canada you cant unfortunately. I would suggest purchasing insurance then if your buyer claims it never arrived you will not be out your money. __________________ ISO/IHA