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Hey there! Are you looking to ship something with DHL but not sure what the charge size weight is? Don’t worry, I’m here to help. You see, DHL charges based on the size and weight of your package. So, if you want to get an accurate estimate of how much it’ll cost you to ship your item, you’ll need to know both the size and weight of your package. Sounds easy enough right? Well, let’s dive in and take a closer look at how DHL calculates their charges!
Does Dhl Charge By Size Or Weight? [Solved]
Got an invoice coming your way? Don’t worry, the charges will be based on whichever is higher: the total actual weight or the total dimensional weight. But here’s a heads up: domestic shipments under 1 cubic foot and/or 1 pound won’t be subject to those rules - they’ll just be charged based on their actual weight.
Dimensional Weight: This is a calculation used by carriers to determine the cost of shipping based on the size and weight of a package. It takes into account both the length, width, and height of an item as well as its actual weight.
Chargeable Weight: This is the weight that will be used to calculate shipping costs for a package. It is determined by taking either the actual or dimensional weight (whichever is greater) and rounding up to the nearest whole number or increment specified by the carrier.
Size Surcharge: Some carriers may charge an additional fee for packages that exceed certain size limits, such as those over 108 inches in length or 130 inches in girth (length + width + height).
Weight Surcharge: Some carriers may also charge an additional fee for packages that exceed certain weight limits, such as those over 70 pounds in total weight or 150 pounds per piece/package/pallet/container/etc..
DHL charges based on the size and weight of your package. It’s like they’re saying, “the bigger and heavier it is, the more you pay!” So if you want to save some money, try to keep your package small and light. That way you won’t get hit with a hefty charge!
