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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.
Preset starting value. Replace it with the rate from your destination's HS-code lookup (US: HTS, EU: TARIC, UK: HMRC).
Display only — values are not FX-converted. Enter all costs in the same currency as the FOB unit cost.
Suggested retail (per unit)
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.
What's the difference between Incoterms FOB, CIF, and DDP?
FOB (Free On Board): the seller delivers to the origin port; the buyer pays freight and insurance. CIF (Cost Insurance Freight): the seller covers freight and insurance to the destination port, but you handle customs clearance and last-mile. DDP (Delivered Duty Paid): the seller delivers to your door with all duties paid — most expensive but simplest.
How do I find the correct HS code and the real duty rate for my product?
Look up the 6-digit HS code in the WCO Harmonized System; each country adds 2–4 more digits for its national tariff. US: HTS Search (hts.usitc.gov), EU: TARIC, UK: HMRC tariff tool. Enter the code in the official database to see the exact rate — duties vary by country of origin and FTA agreements.
Which payment method is safest for a first international B2B order?
Small orders (under $10K): T/T 30% deposit + 70% against B/L copy. Medium ($10–50K): L/C (letter of credit) with the bank as escrow. Large (over $50K): escrow via Alibaba Trade Assurance or pre-shipment inspection (PSI). Never pay 100% upfront on a first transaction.