From the Kitchen to Your Customer: The Best Way to Ship Jars and Canned Goods This Holiday Season
The holiday season is the busiest—and most profitable—time of year for small food producers. Whether you’re a jam maker crafting small-batch berry blends, a homesteader selling home-canned pickles, or a sauce creator with customers across the country, the holidays bring one major challenge: how to safely ship glass jars and canned goods during peak mailing season.
With more shoppers than ever ordering gifts online, shipping carriers face record-breaking package volume in November and December. That means more handling, more stops, and a higher risk of breakage—especially for fragile, liquid-filled glass jars.
So how do you protect your products and your reputation? The answer starts with choosing the right packaging from Gorilla Shipper.
The Holiday Shipping Challenge for Jars and Canned Goods
Shipping glass and liquid products is never easy, but during the holidays, the risks increase dramatically:
- Increased Carrier Handling
During peak season, your packages may go through:
– More conveyor belts
– More truck transfers
– More warehouse movement
– More potential drops - Temperature Fluctuations
From freezing truck beds to warm distribution centers, temperature swings can affect:
– Jam and jelly consistency
– Sauce viscosity
– Jar vacuum seals - Shipping Delays
Holiday delays may leave your package in transit longer than expected. Sturdy, protective packaging ensures your jars remain protected no matter how long the journey. - Brand Reputation Is on the Line
A cracked jar or sticky, leaked package isn’t just a refund—it’s a disappointed holiday shopper and a missed opportunity for repeat business.
Why Pulp Shippers Are a Great Way to Ship Jars During the Holidays
If you’re still shipping jars with bubble wrap, packing peanuts, or DIY packaging hacks, you’re taking a costly risk. Gorilla Shipper’s molded pulp jar shippers are engineered specifically for glass packaging and holiday-season stress.
Ultimate Protection for Glass Jars
The molded pulp inserts cradle jars securely, preventing:
- Impact damage
- Shifting during transit
- Sidewall pressure
- Breakage from drops or vibrations
Eco-Friendly and Sustainable
Gorilla Shipper pulp shippers are:
- Made from recycled materials
- Fully curbside recyclable
- Biodegradable
- Lightweight to reduce shipping costs
Designed for Liquids and Heavier Goods
Perfect for jam jars, honey, canned vegetables, salsas, hot sauces, dressings, and more.
Faster Packing, Fewer Returns
Holiday fulfillment can feel overwhelming. These jar shipping kits:
- Require no assembly
- Reduce packing time
- Ensure consistent results
- Lower your return and replacement costs
Best Practices for Shipping Jars and Canned Goods During the Holidays
- Choose the Correct Packaging Size
Fit matters. Too much space leads to movement; too little creates pressure on the jars. - Double-Check Your Seals
Ensure lids are tightened, use safety seals, and check for leaks. - Add a Protective Barrier for Liquids
Kraft paper or tamper-evident bands provide extra security. - Ship Early
Encourage customers to order early to avoid delays. - Brand Your Box
Use stickers, thank-you notes, or seasonal recipe cards to enhance the unboxing experience.
Why Our Customers Trust Gorilla Shipper
Gorilla Shipper offers:
- Packaging engineered for glass and liquid goods
- Eco-friendly, sustainable solutions
- Strong pulp inserts
- Fast shipping
- Made-in-the-USA jar shipping kits
Give Your Customers a Perfect Holiday Gift—Shipped Safely
With Gorilla Shipper pulp shippers, your jams, sauces, pickles, and homemade goods arrive safe, intact, and ready to delight your customers.
Explore Gorilla Shipper’s eco-friendly jar shippers and get holiday-ready today.
