Tuesday, January 4, 2011

UPS Raises Shipping Rates 4.9% for 2011

We try to hold down our prices as much as possible to give our customers the best deal. We are thinking of ways to keep our prices low as a result of the new shipping rates and will let you know as soon as we do!

The published rates for our services have increased, however, the value we offer through our innovative products and logistics know-how can help you be more competitive, serve your customers better, and grow your business.

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UPS Ground services has increased a net 4.9% through a combination of a 5.9% increase in rates and a 1% reduction in the UPS Ground services fuel surcharge.

UPS Air and International services has increased a net 4.9% through a combination of a 6.9% increase in rates and a 2% reduction in the UPS Air and International services fuel surcharge.

Dimensional Weight Calculation Change

Beginning January 3, 2011, the divisor used to calculate dimensional weight has changed.

  • U.S. Domestic UPS Air services has changed from 194 to 166.
  • U.S. Domestic UPS Ground services has changed from 194 to 166 (applies to packages 3 cubic feet or larger in size).
  • Export services from the U.S. (all services) has changed from 166 to 139.
  • UPS Standard to Canada has changed from 166 to 139 (applies to packages 3 cubic feet or larger in size).
  • Import to the U.S. from Canada and Virgin Islands has changed from 166 to 139.

Dimensional weight for international multiple package shipments is based on the greater of the actual weight or dimensional weight of each package in the shipment.

Learn about UPS services that may help with the effect of the Dimensional Weight Divisor change:

For general package design and consultation:
Package Design and Test Lab »

For a sustainable look at your packaging:
Eco Responsible Packaging Program »

UPS Freight


UPS Freight® announced a general rate increase covering non-contractual LTL shipments in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The general rate increase took effect on October 18, 2010.