Volumetric Weight Calculator

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Calculate chargeable weight for air freight, express courier and sea freight in seconds.

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Step 1

Enter Cargo Details

Unit System Actual Weight Input

Use the outer dimensions of each packed carton, crate, roll or pallet.

Step 2

Choose Shipping Method

Select a shipping method to apply its configured formula, measurement and rounding rules.

Air FreightL × W × H × Quantity 6000General international air cargo calculationExpress CourierL × W × H × Quantity 5000International parcel and courier calculationSea Freight (LCL)L × W × H × Quantity 1,000,000CBM and weight/measurement billing

Step 3

Calculation Results

Your results will appear here

Enter the cargo details, choose a shipping method and calculate.

Measure the shipment dimensions

Measure the Length (L), Width (W), and Height (H) in centimeters.

Multiply the dimensions

Multiply L × W × H to get the total volume in cubic centimeters (cm³).

Apply the divisor (volumetric factor)

Divide the volume by the divisor set for your shipping method.

Compare with actual weigh

The higher of actual and volumetric weight becomes your chargeable weight.

Formula

(L × W × H) ÷ 6000

Divisor 6000

Unit cm/kg

Formula

(L × W × H) ÷ 1000000

Divisor 1000000

Unit cm/kg

Formula

(L × W × H) ÷ 5000

Divisor 5000

Unit cm/kg

Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping Volumetric Weight Calculator