| Qty | Length | Width | Height | Gross wt / piece |
|---|
Total pieces0
Volume (CBM)0.000
Gross weight0
Volumetric weight0
Chargeable weight0
How chargeable weight is calculated
What is volumetric (dimensional) weight?
Volumetric weight converts the space a shipment occupies into a weight equivalent: length × width × height (cm) ÷ divisor. Carriers bill whichever is greater — gross weight or volumetric weight. That greater figure is the chargeable weight.
Which divisor should I use?
Air freight (IATA standard): 6000, i.e. 1 CBM = 167 kg. Express couriers (DHL, UPS, FedEx): 5000. European road groupage: typically 3000, i.e. 1 CBM = 333 kg. Sea LCL: 1 CBM = 1000 kg (weight/measure, W/M).
How is the total freight cost estimated?
Chargeable weight × rate per kg, compared against the minimum charge (the higher applies), plus fuel surcharge as a percentage of the base freight, plus any fixed charges. This is an estimate; final invoices depend on the carrier's tariff, security and handling fees.