(ii) Single copies of second-class or controlled circulation publications addressed for delivery in Canada, when tied in bundles or enclosed in wrapped packages, as provided in subparagraphs (4) (ii) and (iii) of this paragraph (limited to second-class only), need not be enclosed in wrappers or envelopes. (See subparagraph (2) (iv) of this paragraph as to marking.)

(iii) Use of steel bands or wire is permitted at the risk of the sender, except to Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics which object to their use.

(iv) Envelopes having the main flap sealed and the side flap closed with a spot of glue (two spots may be used to close the flaps of large envelopes) are accepted at the risk of the sender, except to Switzerland which has objected to the use of this type of envelope.

(2) Marking. Senders must see that an endorsement appears on the address side of all cards, envelopes, wrappers, or packages to be mailed at printed matter rates, as follows:

(i) Mark "Printed Matter" when postage is paid at regular printed matter rates. (See § 222.4(a) (1) (i) .)

(ii) Mark "Printed Matter-Books" or "Printed Matter-Sheet Music" on packages of books or sheet music to be mailed at the rates stated in paragraph (a) (1) (ii) of this section.

(iii) Mark "Printed Matter-Directories or Printed Matter-Catalogs" when necessary to identify packages as containing directories or catalogs subject to regular printed matter rates but entitled to the exceptional weight limits prescribed in § 222.4(b).

(iv) Mark "Printed Matter-SecondClass" or "Printed Matter-Controlled Circulation Publication" on the envelopes or wrappers of second-class and controlled circulation publications on which the postage is paid by stamps affixed. When the postage on second-class and controlled circulation publications is paid in cash or by advance deposit, as permitted in subparagraph (3) (ii) of this paragraph, the envelopes or wrappers must bear the imprint "Second-class postage paid at____--," or "Controlled circulation postage paid at______," in the upper right corner. The imprint serves as an indication of postage payment and identifies the publications as second-class or controlled circulation.

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(3) Payment of postage. (i) Postage on printed matter, other than secondclass and controlled circulation publications mailed by the publisher or by a registered news agent under the conditions stated in subdivision (3) (ii) of this subparagraph, must be paid by means of postage stamps, meter stamps, or permit. imprints showing the amount of postage paid on each piece.

(ii) Postage on second-class and controlled circulation publications mailed by the publisher or by a registered news, agent may be paid by means of postage stamps or meter stamps, or the postage charges may be paid in cash before the mailings are dispatched or from deposits of money made with the postmaster by the publisher or news agent. When the postage is to be paid in cash or from money on deposit with the postmaster, the postage charges are computed on Form 3541, "Computation of SecondClass or Controlled Circulation Postage,” from reports filed by the publisher or news agent on Form 3542, "Statement. Showing Number of Copies of SecondClass or Controlled Circulation Publication mailed."

(iii) Canada only: When individually addressed second-class publications to Canada are bundled as prescribed in subparagraph (4) (iii) of this paragraph, postage may be computed subject to the following special conditions:

(a) If the postage is paid with stamps affixed to the bundles, the publisher or news agent will weigh and rate each bundle at 2 cents (3 cents on and after November 1, 1967) for the first 2 ounces and 1 cent for each additional 2 ounces. or fraction, or at 1 cent per copy; whichever is higher.

(b) If the postage is paid in cash or from money deposited with the postmaster, the publisher or news agent must place a write-in "Canada-Bundled" entry on Form 3542 showing the number of bundles and the total number of copies included in the bundles. Unaddressed copies enclosed in packages addressed to one addressee may also be included. Compute the postage charges at 1 cent for each 2 ounces plus 1 cent (2 cents on and after November 1, 1967) for each bundle, or at 1 cent per copy, whichever is higher, and carry the computed postage to the appropriate line of column I on Form 3541.

NOTE: Effective November 1, 1968, the provisions of this section will be discontinued.

(iv) If a publisher or registered news agent prefers, he may pay postage on individually addressed copies of secondclass and controlled circulation publications by reporting them on Form 3542, and pay postage on unaddressed copies to be mailed in bulk packages by affixing the appropriate postage to the wrappers of the packages.

(v) The postage on publications for which application for second-class or controlled circulation entry is pending must be paid at regular printed matter rates (see paragraph (a) (1) (i) of this section) on each individually addressed piece. The postage is paid by means of postage stamps, meter stamps, or by permit imprints showing the amount of postage paid. The rates stated in paragraph (a)(1) of this section may not be applied until a publication has been approved for domestic second-class or controlled circulation entry; after such approval, no postage rebate will be allowed for copies mailed to other countries while the application was under consideration. However, any publication meeting the conditions of paragraph (a) (1) (ii) of this section may be mailed at the rates given in that section.

(4) Mailing. (i) Prints on which the postage is paid by permit imprints and all second-class and controlled circulation publications to be mailed at the rates stated in paragraph (a)(1) (iii) and (iv) must be taken to the post office or such other place as may be designated by the postmaster. All other printed matter that is fully prepaid with postage or meter stamps and is properly prepared as required in subparagraphs (1) and (2) of this paragraph may be presented for mailing at post office windows or deposited in post office drops or street collection boxes.

(ii) Publishers having more than five individually addressed copies of a second-class or controlled circulation publication addressed to subscribers at the same post office must tie them in unwrapped bundles with a conspicuous label attached showing the post office and country of destination. The twine must be strong enough for the weight and size of the bundles.

(iii) Except for second-class to Canada, individually addressed publications for one post office may not be bundled and addressed to the delivering post office in order to calculate the postage on the bulk weight of the bundle. Secondclass publications addressed to the same

post office in Canada may be enclosed in a wrapped bundle addressed to the postmaster at the office of destination, with a notation on the cover "Open and Distribute," and the words "Second-class Postage Paid." If postage on the bundle is paid in cash or from money on deposit, the words "Second-class postage paid at "must also appear on the wrapper. See subparagraph (3) (iii) of this paragraph as to computation of postage. (NOTE: Effective November 1, 1968, the provisions of this section will be discontinued.)

(5) Return request. Ordinary (unregistered) prints, other than books, are not returned if undeliverable unless return has been requested by the sender. Therefore, senders desiring that undeliverable ordinary prints be returned must place a "Return Requested" notation on the article, preferably immediately below the return address and in a language known in the country of destination. Books and registered prints that are undeliverable must always be returned to origin.

(6) Dutiable prints. Prints known to be dutiable in the country to which they are addressed must have a green customs label, Form 2976, fixed to the address side of the article. (See paragraph (a) of this section.)

(e) Direct sacks of prints. Ordinary (unregistered) packages of printed matter being mailed in quantity to one addressee may be transmitted in direct sacks (except to Ethiopia) under the following conditions:

(1) The minimum amount that may be mailed in a direct sack (by either surface or air) is 30 pounds; the maximum is 66 pounds (sack and contents).

(2) Each package enclosed in a direct sack must bear the name and address of the sender and addressee, and must not be sealed. It is recommended that senders endorse the words "Postage Paid" on each package enclosed in the sack. The packages need not conform to the weight limits and dimensions prescribed in paragraphs (b) and (c) of this section.

(3) The local post office will furnish sacks as needed. If available, furnish airmail sacks to senders intending to mail the made-up sacks by air.

(4) An address tag or label showing the name and address of the mailer and of the addressee must be attached to the neck of the sack by means of heavy twine. This tag or label must be of substantial quality and must have reinforced eyelets to prevent it from being

torn off. Postage is calculated only on the weight of the contents of the mail sack, and is paid by means of postage stamps or meter stamps affixed to the address tag or label.

(5) The post office will label the sack with the name of the country of destination in large letters and the name of the U.S. dispatching exchange office in small letters "for example GREAT BRITAIN-via New York" and send it to the exchange office for dispatch to destination.

(6) If a mailer has several sacks for the same addressee, the address tag on each sack must be marked with an identifying fractional number, for example, 3, 23, and % if the shipment consists of three sacks.

§ 222.5 Matter for the blind.

(a) Rates (1) Surface. Surface rates are the same as domestic mail rates for "Matter for the Blind", (See Part 138 of this chapter.)

(2) Airmail. AO (other articles) air rates apply to items admitted internationally as "Matter for the Blind", The rates are shown in § 222.4(a) (2) and under the country items in Directory of International Mail.

(b) Weight limit. Weight limit is 15 pounds 6 ounces.

(c) Dimensions. Maximum and minimum dimensions are the same as for letters and letter-packages. See § 222.1(c) of this chapter.

(d) Description. The matter acceptable in domestic mail under the provisions of Part 138 of this chapter is generally acceptable to other countries as "Matter for the Blind", provided it does not exceed the international size and weight limits. Sound recordings, plates, and special paper for embossing blind literature are accepted under the conditions stated in § 138.4 of this chapter. Other items mentioned in that section, and matter for the blind exceeding the prescribed international size and weight limits, must be mailed as parcel post or under some other international mail classification, with postage paid at the applicable rate.

(e) Preparation and marking. Matter for the blind must be mailed in unsealed envelopes or wrappers. The words "Matter for the Blind", or the markings prescribed in Part 138 of this chapter, must be placed on the address side. The word "Free" must appear in the upper

right corner of articles that are acceptable free of postage.

§ 222.6 Samples of merchandise.

(a) Rates (1) Surface. Surface rates for samples of merchandise to Canada and Mexico are 4 cents for the first 2 ounces and 2 cents for each additional ounce or fraction, with a minimum charge of 10 cents. To all other countries the rates are 6 cents for the first 2 ounces and 4 cents for each additional 2 ounces or fraction, with a minimum charge of 13 cents.

(2) Airmail. AO (other articles) air rates apply. The rates are shown in § 222.4(a) (2) and under the country items in the appendix to this subchapter.

(b) Weight limits. Weight limits are 16 ounces to Canada and Mexico, and 18 ounces to all other countries.

(c) Dimensions. Maximum and minimum dimensions are the same as for letters and letter packages. See § 222.1(c) of this chapter.

(d) Description. (1) A "Sample of Merchandise" is defined as a specimen or fragment which is sent free of charge to advertise an article or product and to enable it to be assessed by prospective buyers. It must not be intended for exchange with a third person for payment, and its character must be confirmed by the words "Free specimen" or "Free sample" (or its equivalent in a language understood in the country of destination) indelibly marked on the article itself, if practicable, otherwise on its container.

(2) Tubes of serum and vaccine and medicaments which are urgently needed and difficult to obtain are accepted at the samples rate. These articles may not be sent for commercial purposes unless they are sent in the general interest by officially recognized laboratories or institutions.

(e) Permitted notations. Senders may show the following on the outside wrapper, on the sample itself, or on a sheet enclosed with the sample: Particulars concerning sender and addressee, the manufacturer's mark or trademark, a reference to correspondence exchanged between sender and addressee, a brief statement referring to the manufacturer and to the person supplying the goods or concerning the person for whom the sample is intended, the serial or order number, price, size, quantity available as well as the weight, volume, and such other particulars as are necessary to de

termine the source and the character of the goods.

(f) Prohibited contents. Articles of salable value are prohibited unless defaced in such a way that they can no longer be offered for sale; also pairs of articles, such as gloves, shoes, socks, etc., or goods sent as gifts or in execution of an order, no matter how small the quantity. Canceled or uncanceled postage stamps or any paper representing a value may not be mailed as samples of merchandise.

(g) Packing and marking—(1) Packing and preparation. See § 221.1 (a) and (b) of this chapter. Packages must not be sealed.

(2) Marking. In addition to marking the sample as prescribed in § 222.6(d) (1) of this chapter, the sender must mark the address side of the package "Sample of Merchandise."

§ 222.7 Small packets.

(a) Rates (1) Surface. Surface rate for all countries accepting small packets is 6 cents for each 2 ounces or fraction. Minimum charge, 26 cents per packet.

(2) Airmail. AO (other articles) rates apply to countries accepting small packets. The rates are shown

in

§ 222.4(a) (2) and under the country items in the Directory of International Mail.

(b) Weight limit. Weight limit for small packets is 2 pounds 3 ounces.

(c) Dimensions. Maximum and minimum dimensions are the same as for letters and letter packages. See § 222.1(c).

(d) Description. Small packets offer a convenient and economical means for sending small quantities of merchandise to those countries that admit this class of postal union mail.

(e) Preparation and marking. (1) Small packets may not be sealed. They are subject to the provisions of § 221.1 of this chapter as to preparation and packing.

(2) The sender must mark the address side of the packet "Small Packet" or its equivalent in a language known in the country of destination-"petit paquet" (French), "pequeño paquete" (Spanish), "päckchen" (German).

(f) Documentation. Small packets, whether or not they are subject to customs inspection, must bear the green (customs) label, Form 2976. See § 221.4 (a) of this chapter.

§ 222.8 Combination packages.

(a) Definition. Combination packages are packages made up of two parts, firmly attached together, both addressed for delivery to the same addressee, and consisting of (1) a sealed envelope containing a written or printed communication; and (2) an unsealed container, with samples of merchandise or printed matter enclosed. These packages are treated as AO mail.

(b) Rates. Each part of a combination package must be fully prepaid at the appropriate rate of postage.

(c) Countries for which accepted. The following countries accept combination packages as ordinary (unregistered) mail only, except as noted:

EF

British Honduras.
Bulgaria.
Canada.

Colombia.
Denmark.
Dominican Republic
(ordinary or regis.
tered).

Republic of Honduras (registered

only). Iceland. Jamaica.

Mexico.

Nicaragua.

§ 222.9 Articles grouped together.

(a) Description. Printed matter and samples of merchandise may be combined in a single mail article, on condition that the samples do not exceed 18 ounces in weight (16 ounces in the case of Canada and Mexico) and that the total weight of the mail article does not exceed 6 pounds 9 ounces. The dimensions must conform to those prescribed for letter mail (see § 222.1(c)).

(b) Rates-(1) Surface. The rates are as follows:

(i) To Canada and Mexico, 4 cents for the first 2 ounces and 2 cents for each additional ounce, with a minimum of 10 cents.

(ii) To all other countries, 6 cents for the first 2 ounces and 4 cents for each additional 2 ounces or fraction, with a minimum of 13 cents.

(2) Airmail. AO (other articles) rates apply. The rates are shown in § 222.4(a) (2) and under the country items in the appendix of this subchapter.

(c) Preparation and marking. Envelopes or packages mailed as grouped articles must not be sealed. Senders must mark the address side of the envelope or package "Grouped Article."

rubber stamp R-1300-230. The following exceptions apply:

(1) Special delivery. Dispatch to appropriate exchange office, unless deficiency can be obtained without delaying the article.

(2) Letter mail and post cards with return address at an office other than the mailing office. Dispatch to appropriate exchange office, unless the articles (i) can be returned to the office shown in the return address by the next business day; or (ii) are paid at domestic rates; or (iii) are totally unpaid.

(3) Articles without return address. Send letter mail and post cards to appropriate exchange office. Send "Other Articles" to proper dead letter branch.

(4) Mail for Canada. When quantity mailings of 10 or more pieces from the same sender are received return them for the deficiency or arrange that the postage charges be adjusted before the mail is dispatched. Otherwise, endorse articles to show that postage due charges are to be collected from the addressee, as follows, and dispatch to appropriate exchange office:

(i) Double the amount of the deficient postage on ordinary (unregistered) letter mail and post cards.

(ii) The actual amount of the deficiency on ordinary "Other Articles" and on all registered mail.

(b) Dispatch to exchange office or dead letter branch. When shortpaid or unpaid mail is dispatched to exchange offices or to dead letter branches pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section, apply stock rubber stamp R-1300-4, "Postage Due Cents," but do not indicate the amount of shortpayment, except as provided in subparagraph (a)(4) of this section for mail addressed to Canada. Dispatch to exchange offices by surface means when surface mail is involved and by air when airmail is involved.

(c) In transit to dispatching exchange offices. Except as provided in paragraph (a) of this section, no check shall be made for postage deficiences, but any articles seen to be paid at domestic postage rates (except special delivery) or to be totally unpaid shall be returned. Endorse "Returned for additional postage" or "Returned for postage." Do not return if the senders are in Alaska, Hawaii, or an overseas territory or possession and the articles are seen after arrival in continental United States, or vice versa; allow them to go forward to the dis