It matters most for light but bulky packages
Cushions, clothing and other low-density shipments may have a dimensional weight that is higher than the scale weight.
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Calculate dimensional weight with a configurable carrier divisor.
Carrier rules vary; enter the current divisor for your service.
Calculate dimensional weight from package length, width, height and the divisor specified by a carrier or service. Whether dimensional or actual weight is charged depends on the carrier’s current rules.
40 × 30 × 25 ÷ 5000 = 6, so the dimensional weight is 6 kg.Divisors, rounding and the rule for comparing actual versus dimensional weight vary by carrier, service and country. Always use the current official shipping terms.
Cushions, clothing and other low-density shipments may have a dimensional weight that is higher than the scale weight.
Use packed external dimensions and follow any carrier rules for rounding dimensions or measuring irregular packages.
Air, international and domestic products can use different divisors even from the same carrier. Do not assume 5000 applies universally.
Zone, service level, contract rate, actual weight and size limits can also affect the charge. This calculator provides only the dimensional-weight value.
Change the dimensions to see how a smaller carton changes dimensional weight before choosing a box.
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