Small Business Shipping Rates and Discounts
Small businesses can access the same shipping discounts as large retailers. Learn how to get commercial rates.
How do small businesses get shipping discounts?
Small businesses access commercial rates through: 1) Free platforms like Pirate Ship (USPS 15-20% off), 2) UPS/FedEx business accounts (10-30% off), 3) E-commerce platform shipping (Shopify, BigCommerce discounts).
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| Carrier | Service | Price | Delivery Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USPS | Commercial Ground Advantage | $3.25 | 2-5 days | Cheapest |
| USPS | Commercial Priority Mail | $7.85 | 1-3 days |
Commercial Ground Advantage
Commercial Priority Mail
* Prices shown are discounted ShipWave rates. Actual rates vary by exact dimensions, weight, and origin/destination.
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Free Ways to Get Commercial Rates
Pirate Ship (Free): Access full USPS commercial rates with no fees or minimums. Ground Advantage from $3.00.
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Free access to USPS commercial rates. No volume requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
- With commercial rates, small businesses pay 15-30% less than retail.
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