Estimating Your LoongBuy Shipping Costs: A Guide to Package Weight
Shopping on LoongBuy for international delivery? Knowing your shipping costs before
Step 1: Understanding the LoongBuy Weight Calculator
LoongBuy provides a built-in weight calculator for your shopping cart. Before you check out, you can get an initial estimate of your package's weight.
- Add items to your LoongBuy cart.
- Navigate to your shopping cart page.
- Use the calculator next to each item to specify quantity or select options.
- The system will display an estimated total weight. Note:
Step 2: Know Your Item Types and Their Weight Impact
Different products contribute differently to the total weight:
Light but Bulky Items
Clothing plush toys, pillows, and foam products are often light by themselves. However, their size makes them a prime candidate for volumetric weight
Items like phone cases screws, small tools, and jewelry have a high actual weight relative to their size. For these, the actual weight is usually the main cost driver. Phones, speakers, and ceramics are dense and often require extra protective packaging (bubble wrap, foam, double-boxing), which adds significant weight to the final shipment. For international shipping carriers, space on an airplane or ship is valuable. This is where volumetric weightgreater: the actual weight or the volumetric weight. The standard formula used by most carriers (and LoongBuy) is: The common divisor is 5000
A box containing plush toys measures 40cm x 30cm x 20cm. In this case, you would be charged for a 4.8 kg
You can control your final shipping cost with smart packing choices. Instead of shipping multiple small boxes, use LoongBuy's package consolidation service. They will combine your items into one box, which can dramatically reduce the total volumetric weight and save you money. When available during checkout, opt for simple packaging for non-fragile items. This instructs the warehouse to use minimal, lightweight materials. For items that don't need a presentation box (e.g., a charging cable), you can request that the warehouse remove the retail box. This reduces both size and weight. By mastering LoongBuy's weight calculator, understanding volumetric weight, and leveraging efficient packing methods, you can step into international shopping with confidence. An informed estimate helps you avoid unexpected costs and ensures a transparent shipping process from click to delivery.Small but Dense Items
Electronics and Fragile Goods
Step 3: The Crucial Concept: Volumetric Weight
How to Calculate Volumetric Weight
Volumetric Weight (kg) = (Length (cm) × Width (cm) × Height (cm)) ÷ Divisor
Example:
Step 4: Efficient Packing to Minimize Shipping Weight
Consolidate Your Packages
Choose "Simple Packaging"
Remove Retail Packaging
Step 5: Putting It All Together — Your Pre-Payment Checklist
Conclusion