special handling
Delicate package treatment
Special handling refers to treatment that deviates from standard procedures, typically for items requiring extra care, security, or attention.
In postal services, special handling is a paid service ensuring fragile or perishable packages receive priority treatment: The package was marked for special handling.
The phrase extends to any situation requiring customized attention: Her case needed special handling due to its complexity.
Toxic materials needing precautions
- toxicCapable of causing harm
- flammableProne to ignition
- corrosiveDestroys by chemical action
- explosiveProne to sudden detonation
biohazard · radioactive · dangerous · chemical · infectious · poisonous · volatile · combustible
Capable of shattering
- delicateEasily broken or harmed
- glassTransparent solid from sand
- porcelainTranslucent fired clay
- crystalOrdered-atom solid
fragile · brittle · gentle · careful · precious · perishable · dainty · eggshell
Needing immediate attention
- expeditedMade faster, prioritized
- rushQuick sudden movement
- expressState or fast train
- time-sensitiveRequiring prompt action
critical · fast-track · accelerated · same-day · overnight · deadline · VIP · white-glove
Meant to stay secret
- privateRestricted to certain parties
- secureProtected from harm
- discreteIndividually separate, unconnected
- classifiedRestricted from disclosure
protected · encrypted · shredding · chain of custody · tamper-evident · sealed · restricted access · need-to-know
Adhering to requirements
- customsTraditional practices or import taxes
- restrictedLimited in scope
- prohibitedOfficially not permitted
- documentationWritten proof or instructions
declaration · inspection · certification · quarantine · permits · manifests · tariffs · embargo
hazmat
Toxic materials needing precautions
explosive · biohazard · radioactive · dangerous · chemical · infectious · poisonous · volatile · combustible · lethal
breakable
Capable of shattering
crystal · fragile · brittle · gentle · careful · precious · perishable · dainty · eggshell · fine
urgent
Needing immediate attention
time-sensitive · critical · fast-track · accelerated · same-day · overnight · deadline · VIP · white-glove · premium
confidential
Meant to stay secret
- privateRestricted to certain parties
- secureProtected from harm
- discreteIndividually separate, unconnected
classified · protected · encrypted · shredding · chain of custody · tamper-evident · sealed · restricted access · need-to-know · proprietary
compliance
Adhering to requirements
- customsTraditional practices or import taxes
- restrictedLimited in scope
- prohibitedOfficially not permitted
documentation · declaration · inspection · certification · quarantine · permits · manifests · tariffs · embargo · controlled substances
- copyrightcopyright, copyright law, copyright act, copyright office, copyright notice
- shipping feesshipping fee, delivery fee, delivery charge, postage, freight charge
special handlingstandard delivery
Typical transit method
standard mail · economy shipping · standard shipping · bulk mail · ground shipping
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