Why Are Some USPS Shipping Rates So Low?
Why Are Some USPS Shipping Rates So Low? As competition in the logistics industry intensifies, some freight forwarders resort to unethical practices to attract customers and capture market share. One alarming trend is the use of fake shipping labels or exploitation of platform loopholes to send parcels — a practice we’ll refer to here as counterfeit postage. These schemes have caused significant losses for logistics companies and shippers alike. For example, in May 2024, U.S. authorities exposed a major fake-label case involving 420 million RMB, prompting carriers like UPS and USPS to tighten investigations into counterfeit postage operations. Now, starting August 1, 2025, USPS is again stepping up inspections to crack down on these fraudulent practices. What Is Counterfeit Postage? Counterfeit postage refers to fraudulent activities in the logistics sector where individuals or companies manipulate shipping data — such as falsified transport details, fake delivery confirmations, or forged tracking numbers
