Consolidate Your Packages, Reduce Your Shipping Costs
Shopping across different Kakobuy sellers is exciting, but multiple international shipments can quickly become expensive. Thankfully, Kakobuy's package consolidation service is the smart solution. This guide will walk you through how to merge your purchased items, understand final weight calculation, and ultimately save significant money on shipping.
Why Consolidate Your Kakobuy Orders?
- Major Cost Savings:
- Simplified Tracking:
- Reduced Handling Fees:
- Safer Deliveries:
- Simplified Tracking:
How to Merge Items: A Step-by-Step Process
Step 1: Use the "My Warehouse" Feature
After purchase, all your items from different sellers will arrive at your dedicated Kakobuy Consolidation Warehouse. You can view them under the "My Warehouse" section of your account.
Step 2: Select Items for Consolidation
Check the boxes next to all the items you wish to combine into a single parcel. The system will display individual package dimensions and weights.
Step 3: Review & Confirm Consolidation
Kakobuy's system will virtually "pack" your selected items. You will see a preview of the Consolidated Final Weight. This is crucial for cost calculation. Confirm the merge to proceed.
Step 4: Choose Shipping Method & Pay
Once consolidated, select your preferred international carrier (e.g., EMS, DHL, Sea Freight). You will be charged based on the final consolidated weight and volume, not individual rates. Complete the payment to ship your single, combined package.
Understanding Final Weight Calculation
Shipping cost is based on the Greater of Actual Weight vs. Volumetric Weight.
- Actual Weight:
- Volumetric Weight:
The system automatically calculates both and charges you based on whichever is greater. Efficient consolidation minimizes wasted space, keeping the chargeable weight as low as possible.
Pro Tips for Maximum Savings
Plan Your Purchases
Use Kakobuy's warehouse free storage period (e.g., 30-60 days) to accumulate items from multiple orders before consolidating.
Request Repackaging
Ask sellers to use minimal packaging, or use Kakobuy's "Repackage" service to remove retail boxes, reducing final size and weight.
Compare Carrier Rates
After consolidation, compare the final quotes for different shipping methods. Economy options can offer huge savings for non-urgent items.