Packing Tips

  • pack the goods in sturdy packaging and reinforce the corners extra
  • ensure complete addressing and do not use PO box addresses
  • send all necessary documents with the shipment
  • indicate the correct weight. Finally, weigh the package.
  • remove all labels when reusing a packaging
  • use triangular tubes instead of round tubes. These are less vulnerable

Packaging guide


Business shipping
DHL Express offers standard DHL shipping materials such as envelopes, small boxes, wine boxes and flyers completely free of charge. Other DHL shipping equipment is also available for a fee, such as larger boxes and triangular tubes, which are ideal for sending heavier goods. 

Get ready for the holiday season now. Order your shipping materials no later than Thursday 14 November 2024, before the ordering cutoff. After that, you can place new orders starting from Thursday 2 January 2025.

Order your DHL shipping material here.

For special needs, DHL Express supplies various industrial shipping materials, such as temperature-controlled packaging for the shipment of diagnostic material, among other things. Dry ice equipment is also available if required. 

Do you have any questions or would you like more information? Please contact customer service or your account manager.