Overview of Domestic Postal Small Packet Service

What is Domestic Postal Small Parcel Service?

In the domestic logistics industry, postal small parcel service is a very common form of service. It mainly refers to sending small items weighing less than 2 kilograms through China Post or other countries' postal systems, such as letters, documents, small electronic products, clothes, etc. This service is deeply loved by consumers for its low price and wide coverage. In recent years, with the rapid development of e-commerce, the demand for postal small parcels has also shown a significant growth trend.

For example, at the beginning of 2025, a consumer living in Beijing sent a box of clothes to a friend in Shanghai via postal small parcels, costing only 5 yuan RMB. This case fully demonstrates the price advantage of postal small parcels. The service scope of postal small parcels almost covers every corner of the country, whether it's remote mountainous areas or bustling cities, and enjoys this convenient service. This has a clear advantage over other courier companies, which often cannot reach some remote areas due to cost issues.

It should be noted that although postal small parcels have many advantages, they also have certain limitations. First, its speed is relatively slow, usually taking several days or even longer to reach the destination. Second, due to transportation through the postal system, the safety and timeliness of packages may be affected to some extent. However, for those who do not require high time sensitivity but hope to save costs, postal small parcels are undoubtedly an ideal choice.

To better meet market demands, China Post continues to optimize its service system. For instance, since last year, China Post has launched the Express Delivery product aimed at shortening the delivery time of ordinary postal small parcels. This new service promises next-day or second-day delivery within specific areas, greatly enhancing user satisfaction. Meanwhile, China Post has also strengthened its cooperation with e-commerce platforms, providing merchants with more flexible and diverse logistics solutions.

From an industry perspective, the postal small parcel market is facing intense competition. On one hand, private courier enterprises such as SF Express and JD Logistics are seizing market share with their efficient operating models and advanced technologies; on the other hand, international courier giants like DHL and FedEx are increasing their investment in the Chinese market. Under this background, China Post needs to further enhance its competitiveness, such as introducing intelligent equipment, improving service quality, and expanding value-added service fields.

In summary, domestic postal small parcel service, as a traditional yet important logistics method, still plays an irreplaceable role in modern society. Despite various challenges, as long as it can keep pace with the times, continuously innovate and improve, it is believed that postal small parcels will maintain strong vitality in the future and continue to bring convenience to thousands of households.