Safely Shipping High-Value Jewelry with FedEx

ByCharles Scott Last Update onMay 8, 2024

Shipping expensive jewelry always carries risks – between 2016-2020 over $450 million in jewels were stolen in transit according to Jeweler‘s Security Alliance estimates. Proper packaging and shipping precautions are key to ensuring your precious cargo avoids damages or theft.

This comprehensive guide provides expert advice on how to safely ship high-value jewelry using FedEx‘s services and coverage options in 2024 and beyond.

Overview of Coverage & Requirements

While FedEx offers declared value protection up to $1,000 in coverage for all shipments, jewelry businesses shipping frequent high-value packages need expanded insurance.

FedEx‘s Declared Value Advantage program allows companies to declare up to $100,000 value domestically or $25,000 for international shipments if enrolled. To qualify, you typically need:

5+ years shipping with FedEx
Over $50k in average annual FedEx shipping expenses
Clean claims history and credit check

For even higher value shipments, review eligibility for FedEx‘s High Value program.

Recommended Shipping Services

Service	Transit Time	Signature Required	Declared Value
FedEx Priority Overnight	Next business day by 10:30am	$100 default included	Up to $50k
FedEx Standard Overnight	Next business day by 3pm	$5.15 additional fee	Up to $1k default
FedEx 2Day A.M.	2 business days by 10:30am	$5.15 additional fee	Up to $1k default

Always opt for signature confirmation and special handling instructions. For Friday deliveries select Saturday delivery to avoid packages sitting over weekends.

Step-by-Step Packaging Instructions

Follow best practices packing your items with tamper-proof seals and unmarked discrete external packaging:

Place jewelry in padded insert inside hidden inner box
Seal inner box discreetly with foam lining
Enclose inner box securely inside sturdy outer cardboard box
Use unmarked packaging without business names or labels
Add tamper-proof numbered seals to all box openings
Label package as high-value and fragile

Pricing Examples

Based on FedEx‘s shipping rate calculator, sample costs for a 5 lb jewelry package from NYC to Los Angeles with declared $15k value:

FedEx Priority Overnight: $257
FedEx Standard Overnight: $237
FedEx 2Day A.M.: $197

Insure package up to true value amount using FedEx or 3rd party provider.

Follow the latest jewelry shipping regulations and lock down delivery chain of custody for each shipment. With proper precautions, you can confidently trust FedEx to deliver your valuables safety and securely.

Charles Scott

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