What is DIM weight?

Dimensional weight, or DIM weight, refers to shipping costs that factor in the dimensional weight (DIM) of a package into the overall shipping price.

The DIM weight plays a major role in the pricing depending on the below key facts: Dimensions and Weight.

If the DIM weight exceeds the actual weight of the item, the DIM weight is then used to calculate the price for shipping.

Package Dimensions

The package dimensions of length, width, and height are multiplied together to calculate the dimensional or volumetric weight. The result is the cubic size in inches. Divide the cubic size in inches by the divisor to calculate the dimensional weight in pounds.

The Divisor:

To determine the DIM weight for UPS, FedEx, and DHL, multiply a package's length, width, and height in inches, then divide the resulting cubic inches by 139.

For USPS, divide the resulting cubic inches by 166 only if the cubic inch value is greater than 1,728 cubic inches. USPS packages do not start qualifying for DIM weight pricing until their volume is greater than 1,728 cubic inches

Package Weight

If the actual weight of the package outweighs the DIM weight calculated using the standard formula, then the actual weight of the package is used as the billable weight for shipping costs. Thus, the larger the package, the higher its shipping costs.

At i Logistics USA, we continuously work with our clients to optimize packaging, dunnage, and other factors that contribute to dimensional weight. We want to streamline the order process as much as possible while securing your goods. If you are a current client or considering working with a 3PL, feel free to reach out to Support@ilogisticsusa.com to get connected.