BluJay Solutions Parcel 21.1.0 - User Guide
FedEx International DirectDistribution Surface Solutions - Shipping Services |
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FedEx International DirectDistribution Surface Solutions, formerly known as FedEx International Transborder Distribution, are provided to streamline large shipments from Canada and Mexico to U.S. destinations. This service consolidates shipments for simplified customs clearance by either FedEx Trade Networks® or a broker of choice. After your shipment enters the U.S. you receive access to the full range of FedEx services in the U.S (see following table).
After you configure your system for FedEx International DirectDistribution Surface Solutions (IDDSS) shipping, you can begin processing shipments on your Canada origin, U.S. origin, or Mexico origin accounts.
You can use any of the following U.S. domestic FedEx shipping services to process FedEx IDDSS shipments. These services apply to the second leg of the IDDSS shipment (from the export/import point at the U.S. border to the final U.S. destination). Refer to the Process Overview Help topic for more information.
This topic also lists the Special Services that can be applied with the FedEx International DirectDistribution Surface Solutions Service. Click here for the Special Services list.
IDDSS Service |
Service Name in Parcel |
Notes |
FedEx First Overnight® |
FedEx IDDSS - FedEx First Overnight® |
FedEx Pak, Box, and Tube packaging not allowed (FedEx Envelope or custom packaging only). Not available to Hawaii. |
FedEx Priority Overnight® |
FedEx IDDSS - FedEx Priority Overnight® |
•Delivery Times: Door-to door by 10:30 AM, noon or 5 PM the next business day to most major metropolitan centers across Canada. •Service Days: Monday to Friday. Saturday service also available. •Delivery Area: Complete coverage across Canada. •Package Size: Ship any package up to 150 pounds (68 kg). Use FedEx freight services for heavier shipments. •Unlimited weight on multiple-piece shipments to the same destination. •Dimensions per package: Can be up to 108" (274 cm) in length, or 130" (330 cm) in length and girth combined. (If you use your own packaging, dimensional weight may apply.) |
FedEx Standard Overnight® |
FedEx IDDSS - FedEx Standard Overnight® |
Provides economical solution for next-business-day shipping with afternoon delivery. |
FedEx 2Day® |
FedEx IDDSS - FedEx 2Day® |
FedEx Box or Tube packaging not allowed (FedEx Envelope, Pak, or custom packaging only). |
FedEx Express Saver® |
FedEx IDDSS - FedEx Express Saver® |
Not available to Hawaii or Alaska. |
FedEx 1 Day® Freight |
FedEx IDDSS - FedEx 1 Day® Freight |
Not available to Hawaii. |
FedEx 2 Day® Freight |
FedEx IDDSS - FedEx 2 Day® Freight |
Hawaii service is to Oahu only. |
FedEx 3 Day® Freight |
FedEx IDDSS - FedEx 3 Day® Freight |
Palletized airfreight (150 lbs. to 2,200 lbs. - more with prior approval). Delivery 3 business days by 3 PM. |
FedEx Ground® |
FedEx IDDSS - FedEx Ground® |
FedEx Ground delivers packages to business addresses throughout Canada and the continental United States. Overnight to 7 business days - 2 to 7 business days for FedEx International Ground™; varies by destination for FedEx International Priority DirectDistribution®. |
FedEx Home Delivery® |
FedEx IDDSS - FedEx Home Delivery® |
FedEx Ground service only. |
Special Services/Accessorials - Most of these services can be selected in the Options dialog box (while processing a package on the Warehouse page, click [OPTIONS] on the Parcel tab).
Service |
Notes |
Bill Collect |
FedEx Ground service only; not allowed with C.O.D. Select Consignee/Collect in the Billing Type list on the Bill To tab of the Warehouse page. |
Bill Recipient |
FedEx bills shipping charges to the recipient of the shipment. Select Recipient in the Billing Type list on the Bill To tab of the Warehouse page. |
Bill Shipper |
FedEx bills shipping charges to the shipper. Select Prepaid in the Billing Type list on the Bill To tab of the Warehouse page. |
Bill Third Party |
FedEx bills shipping charges to a party other than the shipper or the recipient. Select Third Party in the Billing Type list on the Bill To tab of the Warehouse page. |
Clearance Entry Fee (CEF) |
This FedEx International Ground service now enables US and Canada shippers to send single and multi-piece shipments across the border using a single point of contact that reduces delays and makes clearance easier. This service uses the FedEx Trade Network (FTN) as the Broker. The new CEF accessorial charge is required for this service. Note: For more information, see the topic: Brokerage Options for US and Canada Shipments. |
C.O.D. |
C.O.D. payment options include the following: •Secured – Cashier's check, official check, money order •Unsecured – Personal check, certified check, cashier's check, official check, money order, company check The C.O.D. payment option is available with FedEx Ground© and FedEx Express Saver® services only. While processing a FedEx Ground® or FedEx Express Saver® package on the Warehouse page, click [OPTIONS]. On the Shipment tab, select payment type from the C.O.D. type list, select the C.O.D. option on the left side, then enter the C.O.D Amount on the right side of the screen. |
Dangerous Goods |
Inaccessible dangerous goods only. |
Declared Value |
The value of the shipment for insurance purposes. While processing a FedEx package on the Warehouse page, click [OPTIONS], then enter the Declared Value amount on the Shipment tab. For Canada origins, the value entered should be in Canadian dollars. |
Dimensional Weight |
Rating is based on the package dimensions. If the calculated dimensional weight is greater than the actual weight, then the dimensional weight rate applies. Use the Dimensions (LxWxH) fields on the Parcel tab on the Warehouse page to enter the length, width, and height for all packages. |
Direct Signature Required |
The driver must obtain a signature from someone at the address specified on the package. There is a charge for Direct Signature unless there are other Special Services for the package that require a Direct Signature to be obtained (C.O.D., Dangerous Goods, Hazardous Materials, Appointment Delivery, or Declared Value greater than $500). In that case, Direct Signature is free. While processing a FedEx package on the Warehouse page, click [OPTIONS], then select Direct Signature Required from the Signature Service list on the Shipment tab. |
Can be shipped alone or used as packing material for other hazardous materials or dangerous goods. |
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Hazardous Materials |
FedEx Ground service only. |
Deliver the package to a specific location where the recipient can pick it up. |
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Indirect Signature Required |
The driver must obtain a signature from any one of these sources: any individual at the address specified on the package or a neighboring address or from a signed door tag. There is a fee for use with residential deliveries, no charge for commercial deliveries. While processing a FedEx package on the Warehouse page, click [OPTIONS], then select Indirect Signature Required from the Signature Service list on the Shipment tab. |
Residential Delivery |
Delivery to a residence. Select the Residential check box on the Ship To tab of the Warehouse page. |
Saturday Delivery |
Delivery of the shipment on a Saturday. To select Saturday Delivery while processing a FedEx package on the Warehouse page, click [OPTIONS], then select the Saturday Delivery check box on the Shipment tab. The shipping service must be eligible for Saturday Delivery. |
Saturday Pickup |
Pickup of the shipment on a Saturday. To select Saturday Pickup while processing a FedEx package on the Warehouse page, click [OPTIONS], then select the Saturday Pickup check box on the Shipment tab. The ship date must be a Saturday. |
E-mail notification to multiple parties when the shipment is shipped and/or delivered. |
