Fedex Test Box question

[Aric]

Im getting my test box ready so I can get certified to ship reptiles and I have a couple questions about the box. I got the box from a frozen rodent order I got a while ago thinking I might need it someday. Its lined with styrafoam, I put the container the snake goes in on top of some shreded paper and then stuffed the paper around it, should I use packing peanuts or is the paper fine?
Also should I write the snake info on the outside of the box?

[Shelby]

Paper inside is fine.

Info you write on the box is 'live harmless reptile' and make up a species name and common name to write on there as well as number contained.. such as '1 california kingsnake / lampropeltis getula californiae'

[Adam_Wysocki]

You're going to "re use" a box? ... I'd think about that one.

-adam

[Wild Bill]

You're going to "re use" a box? ... I'd think about that one.

-adam

I agree with Adam, buy some new boxes. If they don't like it you will not pass the box test.

[Aric]

You're going to "re use" a box? ... I'd think about that one.

-adam

Im probably going to use another box.

[Wild Bill]

Plus, don't think you are going to get your contract right away. I received my results from my package test on the 6th and still don't have my contracts.

[daniel1983]

I don't know about packing peanuts, but they would probably be too loose in the box and not offer alot of cushion.....but I have used shredded paper or polyester pillow stuffing. The idea is to get the snake as secure as possible to prevent it from being bounced around inside the box during transit.

I label my boxes with "Live Harmless Reptiles" on all sides and the top and also have a common name/scientific name label that is printed a little smaller and stuck to the top of the box.

IMHO....Using a 'used' box is not a good idea for a test box. As part of the Fedex contract, you must have each different type/size of box that you plan on using to ship be tested and approved. If you send snakes in boxes that are not identical to those that have been tested and approved, you Fedex shipping agreement will be violated. Also, your box will be tested with weight loading just like it was new and photos will be taken of the used box by Fedex for you 'file'. So why not just spend a few bucks and get a quality REPTILE shipping box certified?

[Shelby]

Yeah I'd recommend a new box too.

They were pretty quick getting me my contracts.

[Aric]

Plus, don't think you are going to get your contract right away.

I know, thats why im trying to get certified now instead of later when I need to ship a snake. No hurry

[Adam_Wysocki]

polyester pillow stuffing

-adam