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CBM & Volumetric Weight Calculator

Use the carton dimensions of your supplier to predict CBM, dim weight and chargeable weight before booking ocean LCL or air freight.

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Estimate volumetric weight, landed cost, and recommended retail margin for any cross-border purchase order.
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Results
Shenzhen 1080p Mini Projector (OEM)
CBM (m³)1.683 m³
Volumetric weight (kg)336.6 kg
Chargeable weight (kg)336.6 kg
Landed cost totalCA$11,088.88
Landed cost / unitCA$110.89

Suggested retail (per unit)

30% marginCA$158.41
45% marginCA$201.62
60% marginCA$277.22

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FAQ

How does volumetric weight (CBM) affect landed cost for CBM & Volumetric Weight Calculator?

Volumetric weight converts box dimensions (L × W × H in cm) ÷ 5,000 into chargeable kilograms. Ocean LCL and air freight bill on whichever is higher between actual gross weight and volumetric weight, so low-density bulky goods inflate landed cost even when light.

How is landed cost and recommended retail margin calculated?

Landed cost = (FOB unit cost × MOQ) + chargeable freight + (FOB + freight) × duty rate. Retail price for an X% margin = landed cost ÷ (1 − X/100). At 45% margin, every $1 of landed cost requires $1.82 of retail price.

What is the standard volumetric divisor and when does it change?

Default is 5,000 cm³/kg, used for general air freight consolidation and ocean LCL. Some express airlines use 6,000; domestic couriers use 4,000–5,000. If your forwarder applies a different divisor, manually adjust the chargeable weight.