How to Record Parcel Details and Packaging Adjustments for Accurate Billing & Customs
At LitBuy, we believe transparency in the shipping process builds trust and ensures smooth international logistics. Properly documenting your parcel's journey from packaging to dispatch is crucial for confirming accurate charges and seamless customs clearance. Here’s our streamlined process.
The Three Pillars of Transparent Recording
Capture Comprehensive Photos
Before sealing your package, take clear, well-lit photos from multiple angles. Be sure to include:
- The contents laid out clearly.
- The packaged box, showing its condition and dimensions.
- Any pre-existing labels or markings.
- The sealed parcel with the address label visible.
These photos serve as visual proof of contents and condition prior to shipment.
Accurately Declare Value & Details
Log into your LitBuy account and navigate to your parcel's record. Here, you must input:
- Declared Value:
- Detailed Description:
- HS Code (if known):
- Detailed Description:
Consistent, accurate declarations prevent delays and disputes at borders.
Record Final Weight & Adjustments
After final packaging, use a calibrated scale to measure the parcel's final dimensional and actual weight. In your parcel record:
- Enter the final verified weight.
- Note any adjustments made (e.g., "Switched to a smaller box," "Added extra padding").
- Upload a photo of the parcel on the scale if possible.
This step directly confirms the data used for your final billing calculation.
Why This Process Benefits You
✅ Accurate Billing
Saved weights and photos provide an audit trail, ensuring your invoice is based on the actual shipped item, not an estimate.
✅ Smoother Customs Reporting
Detailed photos, descriptions, and declared values give customs authorities the clear information they need for rapid processing.
✅ Dispute Resolution
Your comprehensive record is invaluable in the rare event of a shipping discrepancy, damage claim, or insurance inquiry.
✅ Total Transparency
You and LitBuy share a single, confirmed source of truth for every parcel's details, eliminating guesswork.
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