# Flexport Parcel Guide Flexport Parcel offers a specialized parcel shipment service designed for businesses looking to streamline their logistics. They provide reliable and cost-effective delivery solutions, ensuring timely and transparent shipment of parcels across all 50 states and globally. This guide includes detailed information on utilizing Flexport Parcel shipping with the EasyPost API, focusing on account setup, rates, label creation, manifests, tracking, and more. --- ## Prerequisites ### Account Registration Sign up for an EasyPost account to obtain a **Test** and **Production** API key. See Authentication and Key Management for more information. > Note: Negotiated rates are only available in Production mode. ### Carrier Setup Upon sign-up with EasyPost, users gain immediate access to Wallet Carrier Accounts, which can be enabled directly from the Dashboard. For additional carriers, EasyPost supports a Bring Your Own Account (BYOA) option. This requires users to register directly with the respective carrier. #### Flexport Parcel Shipper Account Registration 1. Contact Flexport Parcel to request a shipper account. A representative will be in touch for additional details regarding the account. 2. Inform Flexport Parcel about using EasyPost’s API for label purchases. 3. Acquire rates and align any additional shipping needs. 4. Obtain the following account credentials: 1. Flexport Account API Key 5. Input carrier-specific credentials within the EasyPost Carrier Account Dashboard for comprehensive rate access. #### Flexport Parcel Account via API The API structure specified by EasyPost can also be used to add the Flexport Parcel carrier shipper account. ```shell curl -X POST https://api.easypost.com/v2/carrier_accounts \ -u "$EASYPOST_API_KEY": \ -H 'Content-Type: application/json' \ -d '{ "carrier_account": { "type": "FlexportAccount", "description": "FlexportAccount", "credentials": { "api_key": "VALUE" } } }' ``` ### Software Requirements Download an EasyPost Client Library or utilize the REST API with cURL. ### Documentation Review Examine the EasyPost Objects section to understand the API's structure, which is critical for constructing requests and interpreting responses. Related: - [Getting Started Guide](https://docs.easypost.com/guides/getting-started) - [Manage Carrier Accounts](https://app.easypost.com/account/settings?tab=carriers) --- ## Rates Flexport Parcel’s rates are returned in real-time via the Shipping API, contingent upon proper account setup with EasyPost. Flexport Parcel requires the `carrier_facility` field to be populated when creating the address object for the `from_address` with the city code for the sortation center from which the package will be sent. Sortation center city codes are listed below: - Atlanta: `ATL` - Newark: `EWR` - Dallas/Fort Worth: `DFW` - Los Angeles: `LAX` - Chicago: `ORD` - San Francisco: `SFO` The API Docs provide detailed guidance on address creation. Related: - [Addresses](https://docs.easypost.com/docs/addresses) --- ## Service Levels Flexport Parcel delivers on weekdays (Monday-Friday), offering the following service levels: - **Expedited:** Five business days, with a cutoff time of 5:00 PM at Flexport sortation centers. - **Standard:** Seven business days, with a cutoff time of 7:00 PM at Flexport sortation centers. Service levels are generated from live carrier metadata and are not included in this file. Retrieve them from the Carrier Metadata endpoint: https://docs.easypost.com/docs/carrier-metadata. Use `carrier=flexport`. Related: - [Flexport Parcel Service Levels](https://docs.easypost.com/docs/shipments/rates?carrier=flexport#service-levels) --- ## Predefined Packages There are no predefined packages for Flexport Parcel. --- ## Generating Shipping Labels With EasyPost, generating shipping labels for Flexport Parcel is the same process as generating them for any other carrier. Review the Getting Started Guide for help generating a shipping label. ### Manifests Manifesting is **not** supported or required for Flexport Parcel. ### Returns Returns with Flexport Parcel are not supported through the EasyPost API. ### Label Formats EasyPost offers native Flexport Parcel labels in the following formats: - PNG - ZPL Related: - [Shipment Documentation](https://docs.easypost.com/docs/shipments) - [Reducing API Response Times](https://support.easypost.com/hc/en-us/articles/360048825772-Reducing-API-Response-Times) --- ## Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) This guide does not specify handling hazardous materials with Flexport Parcel. Shippers are advised to contact Flexport Parcel directly for specific hazmat inquiries. --- ## Pickups and Dropoffs Regular pickups can be coordinated directly with the Flexport Parcel Team during the registration process; however, they cannot be scheduled through the EasyPost API. Eligibility for scheduled pickups is subject to Flexport’s current policies and priorities. Flexport Parcel has a national network of sortation centers available for dropoffs in the following cities/zip codes: - ATL: 30213 - EWR: 08817 - DFW: 75050 - LAX: 92518 - ORD: 60164 - SFO: 95688 --- ## Tracking EasyPost simplifies package tracking by offering two methods: - Tracking with an existing number and carrier. - Using a Tracker included with an EasyPost-purchased shipping label. The service integrates webhooks for timely shipment updates. For detailed information on tracking methods, visit the Tracking Guide. Related: - [Trackers Documentation](https://docs.easypost.com/docs/trackers) - [Trackers Guide](https://docs.easypost.com/guides/tracking-guide) --- ## Additional Resources ### Carrier Metadata The Carrier Metadata endpoint can programmatically return information about service levels, predefined packages, supported features, and shipment options. Use this information to quickly integrate and make educated decisions about the mix of carriers for shipping needs. Additionally, the Carrier Metadata endpoint is available to retrieve comprehensive information about all carriers on the EasyPost platform, enhancing decision-making for carrier services. ### Support and Troubleshooting In addition to the guidance provided in our Carrier Guides, EasyPost offers support to assist with FAQs, troubleshooting issues, and inquiries related to the EasyPost platform. Please visit the Help Center for more information. Related: - [Carrier Metadata](https://docs.easypost.com/docs/carrier-metadata) - [Help Center](https://support.easypost.com/hc/en-us) --- ## Talk to a Shipping Expert For questions about getting started with the EasyPost API please talk to a Shipping Expert or Contact Support. Related: - [Talk to a Shipping Expert](https://www.easypost.com/talk-to-easypost) - [Contact Support](https://support.easypost.com/hc/requests/new)