Define the decision
Air carriers price against actual gross weight or volumetric weight according to the applicable tariff.
Logistics & Supply Chain
Chargeable Weight in Air Freight: Why Lightweight Cargo Can Still Be Expensive to Ship
Air carriers price against actual gross weight or volumetric weight according to the applicable tariff.
Plan the work
Measure packed carton dimensions before quoting; lightweight but bulky cargo can have a larger chargeable weight.
Verify the result
Ask which dimensional factor and minimum charges apply to the proposed route and service.
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