Available packaging tests
Available packaging tests
Find the packaging tests you need.
Find the packaging tests
you need.
All testing conducted at our lab is exclusively for FedEx customers. While most of our customers' packaging issues can be resolved through complimentary testing, we also offer advanced, bulk, and expedited testing to meet specific needs. We charge a nominal fee for these additional services.
Complimentary distribution testing
Advanced testing
| FedEx Express or FedEx Ground up to 150 lbs. |
FedEx Express 150 lbs. or more |
FedEx Freight® LTL |
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| ISTA 6-FedEx-A* | ISTA 6-FedEx-B* | ISTA 3B* |
*Complimentary tests
| FedEx Express or FedEx Ground up to 150 lbs. |
FedEx Express 150 lbs. or more |
FedEx Freight® LTL |
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| ISTA 6-FedEx-A* Instrumented Drop Test |
ISTA 6-FedEx-B* Instrumented Drop Test |
ISTA 3B* Instrumented Drop Test |
*Complimentary tests
| FedEx Express or FedEx Ground up to 150 lbs. |
FedEx Express 150 lbs. or more |
FedEx Freight® LTL |
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| 90 Degree Peel Test Shear Test Loop Tack Test |
90 Degree Peel Test Shear Test Loop Tack Test |
90 Degree Peel Test Shear Test Loop Tack Test |
| FedEx Express or FedEx Ground up to 150 lbs. |
FedEx Express 150 lbs. or more |
FedEx Freight® LTL |
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| 90 Degree Peel Test Shear Test Loop Tack Test |
90 Degree Peel Test Shear Test Loop Tack Test |
90 Degree Peel Test Shear Test Loop Tack Test |
| FedEx Express or FedEx Ground up to 150 lbs. |
FedEx Express 150 lbs. or more |
FedEx Freight® LTL |
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| Burst Test Edge Crush Test Material Analysis |
Burst Test Edge Crush Test Material Analysis |
Burst Test Edge Crush Test Material Analysis |
| FedEx Express or FedEx Ground up to 150 lbs. |
FedEx Express 150 lbs. or more |
FedEx Freight® LTL |
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| Not applicable for network or shipment type |
ISTA 6-FedEx-B* Containment measurement |
ISTA 3B* Containment measurement |
| FedEx Express or FedEx Ground up to 150 lbs. |
FedEx Express 150 lbs. or more |
FedEx Freight® LTL |
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| Tensile Test Tear Test Falling Dart Impact Test |
Not applicable for network or shipment type |
Not applicable for network or shipment type |
| FedEx Express or FedEx Ground up to 150 lbs. |
FedEx Express 150 lbs. or more |
FedEx Freight® LTL |
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| Stiffness Test Burst Test |
Not applicable for network or shipment type |
Not applicable for network or shipment type |
| FedEx Express or FedEx Ground up to 150 lbs. |
FedEx Express 150 lbs. or more |
FedEx Freight® LTL |
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| ISTA 6-FedEx-A* | ISTA 6-FedEx-B* | ISTA 3B* |
*Complimentary tests
| FedEx Express or FedEx Ground up to 150 lbs. |
FedEx Express 150 lbs. or more |
FedEx Freight® LTL |
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| ISTA 7E Winter Custom Thermal Test |
ISTA 7E Winter Custom Thermal Test |
ISTA 7E Winter Custom Thermal Test |
| FedEx Express or FedEx Ground up to 150 lbs. |
FedEx Express 150 lbs. or more |
FedEx Freight® LTL |
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| ISTA 7E Summer Custom Thermal Test |
ISTA 7E Summer Custom Thermal Test |
ISTA 7E Summer Custom Thermal Test |
| FedEx Express or FedEx Ground up to 150 lbs. |
FedEx Express 150 lbs. or more |
FedEx Freight® LTL |
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| ASTM D6653 Altitude Test | Unavailable | Unavailable |
Packaging containing dangerous goods or hazardous materials cannot be tested. Exceptions are packages that contain dry ice as the only dangerous goods component.
Instead, simulate hazardous materials using sand, water, or dummy products in the exact same configuration, same weight, and same packaging as the normal shipment. However, substitution tests do not meet any regulatory compliance or certification requirements for hazardous materials.
Packaging design services are not available for dangerous goods, clinicals, or hazardous materials.
FedEx offers help and tools for packaging dangerous goods. You can also call 1.800.463.3339 and say “dangerous goods.”
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We offer consulting and engineering services, including on-site evaluations. Contact your FedEx sales representative to learn more.
Need help with unique or one-time packaging questions?
Call 1.800.633.7019.
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