South Carolina Inmate Care Packages — SCDC Approved
Approved Packing List from the SC Department of Corrections
Review this South Carolina Department of Corrections packing list and confirm the receiving institution's current rules and authorized delivery channel before ordering.
Hygiene items must be unscented and perfume-free.
- ONE black non-retractable pen: Black ink only. No wire clips or other color ink.
- ONE 5″ x 8″ junior legal pad: White or yellow only. No wire-bound books, marbled composition books, Post-it notes, or journals.
- ONE adult toothbrush: Individually factory sealed. No multi-packs, holders, floss, or folding/travel toothbrushes.
- ONE 4 oz. to 6 oz. toothpaste: No travel size or toothbrush/toothpaste combo packs.
- ONE 3.2 oz. to 6 oz. bar of soap: No travel size, unwrapped, or unboxed bars.
- TWO rolls of hard candy: Examples include LifeSavers, BreathSavers, or Mentos. No Smarties, Sweetarts, Necco Wafers, Rolos, Starburst, or TicTacs.
- TWO first-class #10 stamp-embossed envelopes: Obtain from the U.S. Post Office. No regular stamps, metered envelopes, or other envelope sizes.
Nail clippers: Confirm acceptance, permitted type, and quantity with the receiving facility before including them. For pens, paper, and postage, follow the exact specifications above; regular stamps are not permitted.
This list does not establish Secure Care Essentials vendor approval or guarantee package acceptance. Catalog products and bundles do not override these quantities or restrictions. County jails and federal facilities may have different policies.
Non-food correctional orders only
Food purchases are available only for eligible New York state-prison destinations. Correctional orders for all other U.S. states must be non-food only. Remove food, snacks, beverages and food-containing mixed packages. Rikers Island and Nassau County Jail remain non-food only. Residential shopping is unaffected.
Browse South Carolina state prisons and care-package guidance. County jails, ICE detention centers and federal facilities are excluded. Confirm current rules and vendor acceptance.
About South Carolina DOC Care Packages
Secure Care Essentials ships SCDC-approved care packages directly to every South Carolina state prison, county jail, federal facility, ICE detention center, and juvenile detention center. Every item is pre-screened for compliance with SCDC rules and regulations.
What's Included
- DOC-approved hygiene products (soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste)
- Name-brand shelf-stable snacks and food items
- Approved white clothing (t-shirts, underwear, socks)
- Writing supplies (pens, paper, envelopes, stamps)
How to Order
- Browse our South Carolina DOC-approved product catalog
- Add items to your cart
- Enter your loved one's full legal name, inmate ID, and South Carolina facility
- Complete checkout — we process orders within 48 business hours
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I send a care package to someone in a South Carolina correctional facility?
Use the South Carolina facility directory to identify the receiving institution. Choose items the recipient is eligible to receive and provide the recipient's full name, required identification, and complete mailing address. Shopify confirms current prices, shipping, taxes, and the final amount before payment. Prior facility approval is not required to purchase, but acceptance is not guaranteed.
What items are allowed in South Carolina prison care packages?
Rules vary by institution, recipient, and jurisdiction. Review the listed contents and the receiving facility's current restrictions on products, packaging, quantities, and outside vendors. A directory listing or product listing is not facility approval.
How long does delivery take to South Carolina prisons and jails?
Processing begins after payment. Shipping turnaround time is 3-4 business days. Carrier transit and facility intake times vary, so this is not a guaranteed delivery window. Tracking is provided when the order ships.
Can care packages be sent to county jails in South Carolina?
County-jail rules vary. Use the South Carolina directory to identify the correct institution, then confirm recipient eligibility, permitted items, and the full mailing address. Listing a facility does not guarantee that it accepts outside-vendor packages.
What happens if a care package is rejected by a South Carolina facility?
Contact support with the order number and any rejection documentation. Requests are reviewed under the current refund policy. Rejections due to facility policies, restricted items, or incorrect customer information can result in non-refundable shipping charges and customer-paid reshipment.
How often can I send care packages to South Carolina inmates?
Package frequency and quantity limits are set by the receiving institution and can depend on the recipient's eligibility. Confirm current limits before ordering; a previous delivery does not establish permission for a later package.
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