How to Calculate Chargeable Weight

Learn more about how chargeable weight is calculated

 

💡Most international express shipping fees are calculated based on the greater of the actual weight and the volumetric weight of the parcel, as larger-sized items take up more space on the plane, resulting in higher shipping costs.

Chargeable Weight

The chargeable weight is determined by the "actual weight" and "volumetric weight" of the parcel, whichever is higher.

 



What does volumetric weight mean?

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Volumetric Weight Calculation Formula 
Length (cm) X width (cm) X height (cm) / Dim Factor*

* Different carriers have different dimensional weight factors. For most couriers, they apply 5000 as the dimensional factor.

 

Last update: 5 Aug 2024