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What is Dimensional Weight and How is it Calculated?

What is Dimensional Weight and How is it Calculated?

Oct 1st 2025

If you’ve ever shipped a large but lightweight package and thought, “Why does this cost so much?”, the answer probably lies in something called dimensional weight. Whether you run an eCommerce store, distribution center, manage logistics, or ship products regularly, understanding how dimensional weight works can help you cut down on unnecessary shipping costs. What Is Dimensional Weight? Dimensional weight, also called DIM weight, is a pricing method used by ship

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