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Dimensional Weight

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What it does

Calculate dimensional (volumetric) weight for international shipments. Carriers charge based on whichever is greater: actual weight or dimensional weight. POTAL computes both and identifies the billable weight, preventing unexpected shipping surcharges.

How to use it

1

Provide package dimensions

Include length, width, and height in centimeters along with actual weight in kilograms.

2

Get billable weight

The API returns both actual and dimensional weight, highlighting which one the carrier will bill.

3

Compare across carriers

Different carriers use different divisors (5000, 6000). POTAL calculates for each carrier.

4

Optimize packaging

Use the results to identify if repackaging could reduce shipping costs.

API Reference

POST/api/v1/shipping/dim-weight

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