When it comes to international shipping, it's important to understand the difference between actual and volumetric weight, as this directly affects the final shipping cost.
What is actual weight?
This is the real weight of the package measured on scales. For example, if a box weighs 2.5 kg, then the actual weight is 2.5 kg.
What is volumetric weight?
Volumetric weight is calculated using the formula:
(Length × Width × Height in cm) / 5000 = weight in kg
This formula takes into account how much space the package will occupy during transportation, even if it is light.
What is considered when calculating costs in Postigo?
We always take into account the higher value: either actual or volumetric weight—this is an international standard in logistics.
How to save:
Choose compact products with minimal packaging.
Use Postigo's repackaging service to reduce volumetric weight.
Consolidate packages into one.
Example:
A customer purchased a vacuum cleaner weighing 4 kg, but due to the dimensions of the box, the volumetric weight was 8 kg. After repackaging at the warehouse, the weight was reduced to 5 kg—this allowed for savings of about 3,000.
Conclusion: By understanding the difference between actual and volumetric weight, you can plan your purchases in advance and save on shipping with Postigo.
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