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There may be enclosed with books a printed circular relating to the accompanying book or containing announcements of other books, and an order form.

(ii) A card, envelope, or wrapper bearing the printed address of the sender which may be prepaid for return by means of postage stamps of the country of destination of the article of printed matter. Do not include a U.S. domestic business reply card or envelope.

(iii) Cutout patterns marked to show that they are an integral part of a fashion magazine with which they are mailed.

(e) Preparation and mailing—(1) Wrapping and closing. Articles mailed at printed matter rates must not be sealed. The general provisions of § 221.1(a) (4) of this chapter apply, subject to the following exceptional methods of preparation:

(i) Prints of the shape and consistency of a card, which may be mailed unfolded or folded only once, may be mailed without wrapper, envelope, or fastener.

(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 the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics which objects to their use.

(iv) Envelopes having the main flap sealed and the side flap closed with a spot of glue 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:

(1) Mark "printed matter" when postage is paid at regular printed matter rates. (See paragraph (a) (1) (i) of this section.)

(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 paragraph (b) of this section.

(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 circu

lation 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.

(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 (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 Second-Class or Controlled Circulation Postage, from reports filed by the publisher or news agent on Form 3542, Statement Showing Number of Copies of Second-Class or Controlled Circulation Publication Mailed.

(iii) When second-class publications addressed 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 for the first 2 ounces

and 1 cent for each additional 2 ounces or fraction.

(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 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.

(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) of this section 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.

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(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 "Secondclass 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.

(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:

(i) 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).

(ii) 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 paragraph.

(iii) 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.

(iv) 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.

(v) 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.

(vi) 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, 13, 2% and % if the shipment consists of three sacks.

§ 222.5 Matter for the blind.

Surface

(a) Rates-(1) 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." See country items in the appendix of this Subchapter c.

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

(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 condi

tions 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 coun

tries the rates are 5 cents for the first 2 ounces and 3 cents for each additional 2 ounces or fraction, with a minimum charge of 12 cents.

(2) Airmail. AO (other articles) air rates apply. See individual country items in the Directory of International Mail.

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

(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 determine 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).

(2) Marking. In addition to marking the sample as prescribed in paragraph (d) (1) of this section, 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 5 cents for each 2 ounces or fraction. Minimum charge, 25 cents per packet.

(2) Airmail. For airmail rates, see individual country items in the Directory of International Mail.

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

(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.

(g) Enclosures—(1) closures.

Permitted en

A simple invoice and a slip showing the names and addresses of the sender and addressee of the packet may be enclosed.

(2) Prohibited enclosures. Small packets may not contain written or sound recorded communications having the character of personal correspondence; coins, bank notes, paper money, canceled or uncanceled postage stamps, or values payable to the bearer; manufactured or unmanufactured platinum, gold, or silver; precious stones, jewelry, or other precious articles. The term jewelry is defined in § 221.3(a) (6) of this chapter.

(h) Countries not accepting.

Small packets are not accepted by the following countries:

Azores.

Bhutan.

Bolivia.

Burma.

Canada.

Chile.

China (Continen-
tal).
Colombia.
Cuba.

Gilbert and Ellice
Islands Colony.

Guatemala.

Haiti. Iceland.

Madeira Islands.

Maldive Islands.

Nepal.

Outer Mongolia.

Panama.

Paraguay.
Peru.

Rumania.

South Africa (Swazi-
land).
Sudan.

§ 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.

§ 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. The rates for surface transmission are 4 cents for the first 2 ounces and 2 cents for each additional ounce, with a minimum of 10 cents, to Canada and Mexico, and 5 cents for the first 2 ounces and 3 cents for each additional 2 ounces or fraction, with a minimum of 12 cents, to countries other than Canada and Mexico. For air transmission, AO (other articles) air rates apply (see individual country items in the appendix of this Subchapter c).

(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."

The post office of mailing will postmark postal union mail.

§ 223.2 Shortpaid and unpaid.

(a) At mailing office or sectional center. Check carefully all locally mailed articles and mail received at sectional centers from associated offices for postage payment before it is dispatched. Return shortpaid and unpaid articles to the sender for deficient postage, using stock rubber stamp R-1300-230. The following exceptions apply:

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

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

(iii) Articles without return address. Send letter mail and post cards to appropriate exchange office. Send other articles to proper dead letter branch. (iv) 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:

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

(b) 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 § 223.2(a) (iv) for mail addressed to Canada. Dispatch to exchange offices by surface means when surface mail is involved and by air when airmail is involved.

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