# Get Custom Package

To obtain details about a specific [custom package](/apis/shipengine/docs/shipping/custom-package-types), like its dimensions and description, you'll use the GET method with the `/v1/packages` endpoint and the `package_id`.

## Example Request & Response

**GET /v1/packages/:package_id**


```http
GET /v1/packages/se-100896 HTTP/1.1
Host: api.shipengine.com
API-Key: __YOUR_API_KEY_HERE__
```

**Response**


```json
{
  "package_id": "se-100896",
  "package_code": "custom_laptop_box",
  "name": "laptop_box",
  "dimensions": {
    "units": "inch",
    "length": 15.00,
    "width": 20.00,
    "height": 5.00
  },
  "description": "Packaging for laptops."
}
```