Shipping

Last Updated: February 22, 2018 6:12:19 AM PST

Before you ship a package, review this page to find out about UCSD shipping services.

Domestic shipments

How to Ship a Package within the United States

International/ foreign shipments

Note: Before shipping internationally, contact the UCSD Export Control Office at (858) 534-4175 or export@ucsd.edu for assistance in determining whether a specific license is required, securing a license when needed, and advice on what records need to be maintained in cases where the item can be shipped without a license.

Shipping charges and insurance

Lost or damaged

Hazardous materials

NOTE: Training and Certification is required for departments to ship biological substances/dry ice (49CFR 172.700). Please submit a case through ASK (login required) to inquire about the next training class. After the class and test, you will be certified to ship Biological Substances and Dry Ice for 2 years.

Check these important descriptions to determine if your shipment contains hazardous materials:
If your package contains hazardous materials, carefully follow the instructions on:
- How to Ship Hazardous Materials
- How to Transfer Radioactive Materials

Forms

Domestic Transit Risk Program Prior Approval Form (PDF)
Foreign Shipment Insurance Form (PDF)
International Shipment Summary (PDF)
Shipping Memo—order from Imprints, (858) 534-3020
- How to Complete a Shipping Memo
Shipping Rate Quote (PDF)
Export forms
- Certificate of Registration sample (PDF)
- Container Packing Certificate or Vehicle Packing Declaration sample (PDF)
- North American Free Trade Agreement Certificate of Origin sample (PDF)
- Shipper's Declaration of Dangerous Goods sample (PDF)
- Shipper's Export Declaration (Commerce form 7525-V) sample (PDF)
- U.S. Certificate of Origin sample (PDF)

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To ask questions, request a service, or report an issue, contact us through ASK (login required).
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