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Are Notebooks Media Mail?

Sarah Jenkins • Oct 10, 2026 • 6 min read

Are Notebooks Media Mail?

No, blank journals may not be sent via Media Mail. Just because it is bound material, that doesn't make it media.

Are Blank notebooks Media Mail?

Blank Media: Blank media of any sort such as blank paper, unused journals, blank CDs/DVDs/Cassettes, etc. cannot be sent via Media Mail.

Are journals considered Media Mail?

USPS defines educational materials as: Books, videotapes, DVDs, CDs, printed music and other sound recordings. It seems simple enough until you dig a little deeper and discover that items like blank cassettes, comic books and magazines with ads do not qualify for Media Mail shipping.

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