The Ultimate Guide to Avoiding Shipping Surcharges in 2025
Learn the exact dimensions and weights to avoid costly shipping surcharges across UPS, FedEx, USPS, and DHL. Save hundreds on shipping costs with these data-driven insights.
Master shipping optimization with data-driven insights and expert guides
Learn the exact dimensions and weights to avoid costly shipping surcharges across UPS, FedEx, USPS, and DHL. Save hundreds on shipping costs with these data-driven insights.
TL;DR:
Aim for these caps to avoid most surcharges: Longest side < 48", scale weight < 50 lb, length+girth < 105" (avoids Additional Handling dimension). Large/Oversize kicks in at >96" length or >130" L+G for UPS/FedEx.
Master dimensional weight calculations and discover how to reduce shipping costs by up to 40% with smart packaging strategies.
TL;DR:
Dimensional weight (DIM weight) means you pay for the space your package occupies, not just its actual weight. Carriers divide your package's cubic size by a DIM divisor (usually 139-166) to determine billable weight. A large, light package often costs more than a small, heavy one.
Learn the exact dimensions and weights to avoid costly shipping surcharges across UPS, FedEx, USPS, and DHL. Save hundreds on shipping costs with these data-driven insights.
Master dimensional weight calculations and discover how to reduce shipping costs by up to 40% with smart packaging strategies.
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