When shipping, one has to consider the weakest link; the many people who handle the product between here and there. I"m sure most have seen the horror story videos of Fed-X and UPS delivery personnel tossing packages to the porch form the side walk in the next county. These are the people one needs to insure against. If UPS says newspaper is not an acceptable packing material, then be sure not to use it. I had one claim against USPS for damaged coal loads a few years ago. Fortunately, I had the proper insurance, and photos from the addressee, who also took the damaged carton to his post office. The claim was paid, but shipping costs are not included. I don't remember how long it took to settle the claim, but when all the necessary precautions and steps are taken I consider it a smooth process.
I work for a school district, and save many of the boxes that we receive items in, along with the peanuts, bubble wrap, foam wrap, styrofoam sheets and bubble packs.
Don
