**Packing a ceramic mug for international shipping — step by step:** 1. **Wrap** the mug in 2–3 layers of bubble wrap (or packing paper if you're cutting costs — see topic 2), wrapping the handle separately since it's the weak point and breaks first. 2. **Cushion the box bottom**: 5 cm (2 in) of crumpled paper or bubble wrap at the base of your box. 3. **Box-in-box method** (best for international, where handling is rougher): put the wrapped mug in a smaller inner box, filled solid with cushioning so nothing shifts, then place that inner box inside a larger outer box with another 5 cm (2 in) of cushion on all sides — top, bottom, and each wall. 4. **Fill every gap** — no empty space anywhere. Top up with paper fill or more bubble wrap until nothing moves. 5. **Shake test**: close the box (don't tape yet) and shake it gently. If you hear or feel movement, add more cushion. Only tape once it's silent and solid. 6. **Tape**: use 5 cm (2 in) wide packing tape, H-pattern on top and bottom (across the main seam plus both edges). International shipments get more handling and temperature swings than domestic, so don't skimp on the outer cushion layer — 5 cm minimum on every side, no exceptions for mugs with handles. **Quick question before I go further: what country are you shipping from?** That'll let me point you to the right materials and box sources when you're ready for topic 2 or 3. **Menu:** 1. Packing layer system 2. Cheap materials 3. Choosing box size 4. Heat/cold shipping risks 5. Labels & customs 6. Claims shield (evidence + templates) Next step, or type a menu number?