I’ve ordered some ammo from Tenda and everything was great, price is good and my order shipped fast, but when I got it I was little bit shocked to see that they used transparent tape to cover up manufacturers markings on box of ammo. I just don’t think it’s the right way to do it and wasn’t pleased about fact that whoever was dealing with delivery knows what is in there. https://imgur.com/gallery/lFeZSUL
Overall great experience, but...
- Thread starter Zhenya
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It’s not the end of the world. But every time I have ordered bulk ammo online (including orders with Tenda) it was always shipped in boxes with no markings so I would expect that retailer will slap a non transparent sticker on any markings on the box for security reasons.
I’m not 100% sure what the regulations are but I prefer mine packaged well but I did order some for the federal rebate and it was taped up so good no barcodes or lot numbers were visible or able to remove the tape without total ruin! Sometimes your the bug sometimes your the windshield! Just go and enjoy shooting!!
Tenda's website does have a little section on the homepage that reads...
Discreet packaging
Secure and strong packaging to ensure better protection for all orders.
Despite that, it is pretty common for cases of ammo to be shipped in the manner described by the OP, from Tenda and elsewhere. With profit margins being pretty slim on a lot of the stuff they have, and free shipping over $300, I'm sure they are limiting their costs re: packaging. But stating they use "discreet packaging" on their webpage might be a little misleading.
I order from Tenda frequently and I personally don't have an issue with my delivery guy knowing that I'm getting a bunch of ammo, but for those that do many vendors would likely offer discreet packaging (for real), though they may charge extra for it.
Discreet packaging
Secure and strong packaging to ensure better protection for all orders.
Despite that, it is pretty common for cases of ammo to be shipped in the manner described by the OP, from Tenda and elsewhere. With profit margins being pretty slim on a lot of the stuff they have, and free shipping over $300, I'm sure they are limiting their costs re: packaging. But stating they use "discreet packaging" on their webpage might be a little misleading.
I order from Tenda frequently and I personally don't have an issue with my delivery guy knowing that I'm getting a bunch of ammo, but for those that do many vendors would likely offer discreet packaging (for real), though they may charge extra for it.
Given the weight and the source address/company name of the sender I'm pretty sure most delivery persons (read: canpar) know exactly what they are delivering. I've had some ask if the store I buy from have good prices for products.
As it's not being left on your doorstep or at the local canada post pickup location (they don't do ammo) and an adult is signing for it I don't think it's a big deal and it's not uncommon as someone said earlier in the thread.
That being said, 'discreet packaging' does suggest it would be difficult to determine what is inside the packaging by looking at it.
side story:
I once ordered an umbrella from China that arrived wrapped length wise in bubble wrap and covered in brown paper. I had to pick it up at the post office. When I got it, I couldn't help but notice it's rather large, girthy fallac shape... it looked like I was picking up a 'discreetly' packaged novelty sized marital aide. "Oh, good, it's that umbrella I ordered." end of story - have a great day.
As it's not being left on your doorstep or at the local canada post pickup location (they don't do ammo) and an adult is signing for it I don't think it's a big deal and it's not uncommon as someone said earlier in the thread.
That being said, 'discreet packaging' does suggest it would be difficult to determine what is inside the packaging by looking at it.
side story:
I once ordered an umbrella from China that arrived wrapped length wise in bubble wrap and covered in brown paper. I had to pick it up at the post office. When I got it, I couldn't help but notice it's rather large, girthy fallac shape... it looked like I was picking up a 'discreetly' packaged novelty sized marital aide. "Oh, good, it's that umbrella I ordered." end of story - have a great day.
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- Prince Albert, Sk
If it is considered dangerous goods doesn't the courier need to be able to identify what the contents are and/or confirm what you are shipping?
I only had a covered (full case) ammo box once, when the retailer needed to ship it by Canada Post for whatever reason haha.
TDG also states you need to have an identifying label on Dangerous Goods. International TDG states packing provisions for ammunition are P130 and LP101
https://adrbook.com/en/2017/Sutun/8/P130
It does not say to cover the outer box to prevent identification under provision P130. Regardless, if you're in the shipping business you know what is in there as well as covered rifle boxes. The mail man knows who smokes Justin's marijuana and who buys adult toys.
TDG also states you need to have an identifying label on Dangerous Goods. International TDG states packing provisions for ammunition are P130 and LP101
https://adrbook.com/en/2017/Sutun/8/P130
It does not say to cover the outer box to prevent identification under provision P130. Regardless, if you're in the shipping business you know what is in there as well as covered rifle boxes. The mail man knows who smokes Justin's marijuana and who buys adult toys.
captainamazing
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- The Socialist Autocracy of Canada
This. 100x this
When shipments are being shipped as dangerous goods the description & UN Marking codes (diamond with numbering codes) are supposed to be visible unless shipping in limited quantity (again depends on product). I don't ship DG anymore but I believe that was the requirement when we did. I believe this was also a requirement under the Ontario HTA as well Cargo Control Act.
If there was an accident the first responder's need to know what they are dealing with.
If there was an accident the first responder's need to know what they are dealing with.
I think the issue some people are having is privacy. Who knows how many people handle that package along way that see a box of ammo with an address on it. All it takes is the wrong person to put two and two together. The diamond is one thing but all the other writing could have been covered up or wrap the box with a diamond sticker on it
