Nadia Petrov Customer Education Lead at 4OVER4.COM
Nadia is our customer education voice, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.
Question
Can scratch off cards be mailed?
Answer
Yes, scratch cards mail well as long as the stock is rigid enough and the coating is shielded from the friction of postal sorting equipment. The main risk is the panel getting rubbed and revealing the message early, so a little protection goes a long way.
| Factor | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Stock weight | 14pt minimum, 16pt or heavier for automated handling |
| Protection | Insert in an envelope or poly sleeve so sorting rollers cannot scuff the coating |
| Size | Standard postcard sizes such as 4x6 and 5x7 meet USPS mailing rules when addressed correctly |
- If you mail without an envelope, position the scratch panel toward the center, away from the leading edge that feeds through machines first.
- A light coating on the area around the panel (not over it) helps the card resist scuffing in transit.
- Confirm the finished thickness and address block against current postal automation guidelines before a large run.
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