Federal Register #2026-18371

USPS Proposes Discontinuation of Legacy Shipping Labels (888, 889, 891, 892)

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is proposing to discontinue several legacy shipping labels due to operational updates: - Government Buyer: - United States Postal Service (USPS) - Products/Services Affected: - Label 888 (Tracking) - Label 889 (Signature Confirmation) - Label 891 (Insurance up to $500) - Label 892 (Insurance over $500) - Reason for Discontinuation: - Labels are incompatible with updated USPS processing equipment - Discontinuation supports improved tracking, service performance, and customer experience - Customer Impact: - Alternative options available, such as printing Intelligent Mail package barcodes (IMpb) at most Post Offices - Metered customers should contact their postage meter provider for assistance - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned, and no procurement of products or services is involved - This is a rulemaking notice, not a solicitation for goods or services

Description

The Postal Service is proposing to amend the Mailing Standards of the United States Postal Service, Domestic Mail Manual (DMM) to discontinue the use of Labels 888, 889, 891, and 892. These labels are incompatible with updated USPS processing equipment and no longer support operational needs. The discontinuation aims to improve visibility, tracking, service performance, and customer experience. Customers will continue to have alternative options for shipping services, including printing Intelligent Mail package barcodes at most Post Offices. The proposed change is effective January 17, 2027, with existing label stock usable until January 31, 2028.

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