Shipping Materials | McMaster-Carr

Filter by

System of Measurement

Width

Thickness

Color

Backing Type

Length

Material

Anhydrous Calcium Sulfate

Shape

Cell Type

RoHS

Compliant with Exemptions

Not Compliant

REACH

Compliant

Not Compliant

Export Control Classification Number (ECCN)

DFARS Specialty Metals

Height

Hardness Rating

Texture

Maximum Temperature

Flexibility

Pressure to Compress 25%

Inside Length

For Use Outdoors

Density

Minimum Temperature

Closure Method

Diameter

Tensile Strength

Less than 25 lbf/in. wd.

25 lbf/in. wd. to 29 lbf/in. wd.

30 lbf/in. wd. to 39 lbf/in. wd.

40 lbf/in. wd. to 99 lbf/in. wd.

100 lbf/in. wd. or greater

7,555 Products

Material Handling

Expanding Foam

Conforms to and cushions items in boxes to keep them from banging around the box during transit

7 products

Shipping Tubes

Protect rods, rolled-up blueprints, and other long, thin objects during shipping

385 products

Edge Protectors

Guard box edges and corners from strapping gouges and bumps during shipping

21 products

Bubble Wrap

Air bubbles cushion fragile items better than foam to protect them while shipping and storing

18 products

Stretch Wrap

Bundle loads without tape or strapping and shield them from moisture, dirt, and scratches

101 products

Stretch Wrap Dispensers

Wind stretch wrap around loads without tangling

11 products

Packing Paper

Guard items from scratches and stop food from sticking during manufacturing, shipping, and storing

102 products

Hazardous Material Shipping Kits

Every packaging layer you need to safely ship hazardous liquids and solids

4 products

Shipping Boxes

Made of cardboard, plastic, or wood to store and transport a variety of items

240 products

Foam Wrap

Cushion items with less bulk than bubble wrap to protect them while shipping and storing

15 products

Packing Slip Pouches

Stick to the outside of packages to secure shipping documents in place

32 products

Strapping

Secure pallet loads, crates, and packages for transit

131 products

Shipping Pails

Ship up to 12 gallons of hazardous liquids or solids

24 products

Mesh Sleeves

Stretch around items like shafts and threaded parts to shield them from scratching and chipping

23 products

Shipping Air Bags

Inflate and place between items to cushion them and keep them from tipping and shifting in transit

9 products

Pallet Load Covers

Fit over boxes on pallets to shield the tops and edges from strapping gouges and impact

2 products

Shipping Bottles

Ship up to one gallon of hazardous liquids

24 products

Shipping Jugs

Ship up to seven gallons of hazardous liquids and dispense with control through the narrow opening

18 products

Corrosion-Inhibiting Packets

Toss into shipping boxes to stop metals from corroding, oxidizing, tarnishing, and discoloring

1 product

Shipping Box Liners

Line cardboard boxes to keep the items inside at a consistent temperature

13 products

Packing Peanuts

Loosely fill the space around items in boxes to reduce shifting and impact during transit

2 products

Envelopes

Standard, bubble-lined, and paper-padded for mailing or shipping documents and other items

28 products

Heat-Shrink Wrap

Create a form-fitting barrier around packages to protect them from moisture and dirt

25 products

Shipping Tanks

Ship up to 330 gallons of liquid; also known as intermediate bulk containers (IBC)

5 products

Packing Peanut Dispensers

Guide packing peanuts into shipping containers

1 product

Rubber Bands

Stretch to bundle and secure parts, bags, food, and more

45 products

Corrugated Sheets

Slide between pallets and stacked items to protect them from damage or reinforce the bottom of boxes

20 products

Box Stitching Wire

Refill electric box-bottom stitchers

2 products

Paper Roll Dispensers

Hold paper rolls and cleanly cut sheets with a spring-loaded blade

21 products

Corrosion-Inhibiting Wraps

Keep metal parts and electronic components from rusting or tarnishing

29 products

Strapping Tensioners/Sealers

Tighten strapping around packages and seal it in place with a single tool

9 products

Box Reducers

Cut tall boxes down to the size you need and save on shipping costs

1 product

Strapping Sealers

Crimp clips onto strapping to hold it tight

23 products

Strapping Tensioners

Draw strapping tightly around packages with the push of a lever to keep contents secure

19 products

Shipping Blankets

Wrap around equipment and furniture to guard them from scratches, nicks, and dirt in transit

29 products

Strapping Buckles

Hold strapping in light duty and low-tension applications

17 products

Strapping Seals

Crimp onto strapping to keep it under tension

28 products

Oxygen Absorbers

Prevent oxidation to keep food fresh, medication effective, and electronics from corroding

4 products

Box Clips

Keep cardboard box flaps folded down and out of the way while packing

4 products

Protective Shipping Box Inserts

Fit snugly around glass bottles to absorb shock better than bubble wrap and air pillows

3 products

Rubber Banding

An economical alternative to strapping for securing items during transit

21 products

Pallet Load Wrap

Secure your pallet load in under a minute, and reuse thousands of times

3 products

Baling Wire Tools

Loop and twist baling wire to secure large bundles

3 products

Baling Wire

Secure large bundles such as lumber, cardboard, and wire coils

25 products

Twist Ties

Wind the ends to bundle cable and wire or close bags and sacks

105 products

Containers, Storage, and Furniture

Drawstring Bags

Cinch closed to hold everything from parts and fasteners to laundry and recycling

43 products

Drums

Ship and store large volumes of liquid or dry materials

147 products

Drum Locking Rings

Clamp lids onto drums for a tight seal

7 products

Drum Lids

Replace the lid on your drum

16 products

Heat Sealers

Seal bags, packages, and film using heat

24 products

Strap Handles

Wrap around bundles and hard-to-grip objects for a more convenient carry

15 products

Open-Top Bags

Close around material with a staple, twist tie, or heat sealer

218 products

Resealable Bags

Press-to-close, slide-to-close, and fold-top bags

316 products

Spools

Store twine, wire, rope, and chain

43 products

Bins

Store and easily access small and large parts

12 products

Pails

Plastic, metal, rubber, and paper pails

17 products

Vacuum Sealers

Create an airtight seal around small parts to prevent damage from moisture and oxidation

6 products

Test Tube Holders

Hold test tubes upright

2 products

Pallets

Stack items to move them with a forklift and keep them orderly and raised off the ground in storage

71 products

Stretch Wrap Holders

Store stretch wrap within reach

2 products

Shipping Box Stands

Organize and store flat shipping boxes

1 product

Strapping Dispensers

Keep strapping coils neat and ready to use

11 products

Pallet Collars

Enclose your pallet to make a custom crate with no tools required

1 product

Communication

Stack-Prevention Shipping Cones

Alert employees not to stack on top of pallets and packages; more visible than shipping labels

1 product

Labels

Stick onto items to identify or convey information about them

156 products

Tamper-Evident Seals

Secure hasps, latches, and other connections to visibly indicate tampering

121 products

Tags

Hang throughout facilities to convey information

135 products

Tag Protectors

Keep tags clean and protected

17 products

Label Printers

Create custom labels on the spot

1 product

Label Printer Tape

Replace the label tape in label printers

19 products

Tamper-Evident Seal Presses

Squeeze the handles to seal locks on wire tamper-evident seals

4 products

Laminating Sheets

Stick to one or both sides of documents for a protective layer

5 products

Stamps

Mark surfaces such as metal, cardboard, paper, or fabric with indentations or ink

312 products

Raw Materials

Foam

Pockets of air make it lighter in weight than rubber; good for packing, insulating, and sealing

1,725 products

Fabric

Use to cover, clean, and insulate objects

8 products

Felt

Thicker and more absorbent than fabric for insulating, polishing, cushioning, and gasketing

919 products

Fastening and Joining

Tape Dispensers

Store and cut lengths of tape

50 products

Tape

Bind, seal, and mark surfaces

170 products

Staples

Use in air-powered, electric, cordless, and manual staplers to secure cardboard and other materials

122 products

Glue-on-a-Roll Dispensers

Pull the trigger to remove the liner and apply glue-on-a-roll; also known as adhesive transfer tape

2 products

Adhesives

Bond surfaces together

62 products

Staplers

Air-powered, electric, cordless, and manual staplers

23 products

Electrical

Rotary Encoders

Track the distance, direction, and speed of travel of motor shafts, conveyors, and wheels

9 products

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Desiccants

Remove moisture from the air to protect items during shipping and storage

90 products

Measuring and Inspecting

DIN Panel Adapters

Make a meter face sit flush with a DIN cutout in a panel or enclosure

3 products

Counters

Record and display the number of times events or processes occur

100 products

Scales

Bench-top, hanging, floor, and conveyor scales

180 products

Position Indicators

Track components on rotating spindles or lead screws to help adjust machinery quickly and precisely

47 products

Force Gauges

Test objects to see how much tension and compression force they can bear

5 products

Fabricating and Machining

Utility Knives

Make quick, shallow cuts; often used to open boxes and packages

129 products

Paper Cutters

Slice through most paper products, as well as film and foil

59 products

Multitools

A variety of tools and blades all in one

1 product

Sealing

Drum Gaskets

Seal lids onto steel and stainless steel drums

6 products