Complete calculation method of "volume weight" for Taiwan container shipping (easy to understand + examples)
1. Core formula (unified cross-strait container shipping standards)
1. Calculation formula
Volume weight = length*width*height
2. Billing rules (key points)
Logistics will compare the two weights:
Actual weight (net weight measured)
Volume weight (box size conversion)
๐ Take the larger one as the final billing weight
2. Calculation using examples
Example 1: Clothes are very light but the box is big
Box size:
55cmร42cmร38cm
Actual weight: 6kg
Volumetric weight billing weight = 14.63kg (charged based on volumetric weight)
Example 2: Heavy objects (hardware, books)
Box: 40ร30ร25cm, actual weight 12kg
Volumetric weight billing weight = 12kg (charged based on actual weight)
3. Taiwanโs small rules for container shipping
Almost always divide by 6000, rarely 8000
The measurement is based on the longest side of the outer packaging of the box, and bulges and corners will be counted.
After closing, re-measure the length/width/height of the whole box. The looser the box, the heavier it will be.
4. How to reduce volume and weight and save money
Ask Consolidation to remove the original express bags, excess cartons, and bubbles
Compress and pack clothing and cloth to reduce gaps
Donโt box every little thing individually
Place large items as flat as possible to prevent the box from becoming bulging.
5. Quick self-test
You can send me directly: box length/width/height + actual weight
