Shipping & Labels
Label generation, batch processing, manifests, and international shipping.
Generating Shipping Labels
After selecting a rate for your order, you can generate a shipping label directly in CommerceShip. Label basics - Labels are generated for US domestic and outbound international shipments. - Supported carriers include USPS, FedEx, UPS, and Canada Post. - Labels can be printed directly or downloaded as PDF. - Some carriers support logo and data customization on labels. International labels For international shipments, CommerceShip generates the label and required customs forms. You will need to provide item descriptions, HS codes, and declared values for customs clearance. Address verification Before generating a label, CommerceShip verifies the ship-to address using USPS address validation. This catches errors like wrong ZIP codes or missing apartment numbers before they result in surcharges or failed deliveries. If address verification flags an issue, review the suggested correction before proceeding.
Batch Processing and Manifests
For high-volume shipping, CommerceShip supports batch processing and end-of-day manifests. Batch processing Process multiple shipments at once instead of one at a time. Select a group of orders, apply a carrier and service, and generate all labels in a single batch. This significantly reduces manual effort for operations teams handling hundreds of shipments daily. Manifests A manifest (also called an end-of-day close) is a summary document submitted to the carrier at the end of the shipping day. It tells the carrier which packages are ready for pickup. To create a manifest: 1. Go to the manifests page. 2. Select the carrier and date. 3. Review the shipments included. 4. Submit the manifest. Most carriers require a manifest before pickup. Create one at the end of each shipping day.
International and Cross-Border Shipping
CommerceShip supports international shipping for US outbound shipments and Canada domestic and cross-border services. Supported international carriers USPS: Priority Mail International, First-Class Package International Service FedEx: International Priority, International Economy, and other global services UPS: Worldwide Express, Worldwide Saver, Standard to Canada/Mexico Canada Post: Domestic services within Canada and cross-border US-Canada UniUni: Canada domestic and US-to-Canada delivery Customs forms International shipments require customs documentation. CommerceShip generates the required forms when you create an international label. You will need to provide item descriptions, quantities, values, and HS (Harmonized System) codes. If you ship to countries or regions not currently supported, let us know and we can discuss options for your routes.