A practical guide to selecting the most cost-effective shipping line for your items, from lightweight accessories to heavy hauls.
Navigating shipping options can be one of the most complex steps when shopping with an agent like BaseTao. The right choice balances speed, reliability, and, most importantly, cost—which is often directly tied to your parcel's weight. This guide breaks down how to match your package with BaseTao's best shipping route.
Understanding Shipping Categories by Weight
Shipping lines have different pricing structures and strengths. Optimizing your choice starts by knowing where your parcel falls.
Light Parcels (0kg - 2kg)
Typical Items:
Key Consideration:
Medium Parcels (2kg - 10kg)
Typical Items:
Key Consideration:
Heavy Hauls / Large Parcels (10kg+)
Typical Items:
Key Consideration:
Your Step-by-Step Selection Process
- Consolidate & Weigh:actual weight
- Consider Dimensions:volumetric weightchargeable weightgreater
- Check Destination & Value:
- Use BaseTao's Comparison Tool:
- Balance the Factors:
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Pro Tips for Maximum Savings
- Splitting Parcels:
- Seasonal Awareness:
- Rehearsal Packaging:before
- Seasonal Awareness: