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The freight units you’ll meet on every quote — with a quick converter for the common ones.
Quick converter
Chargeable weight
| Mode | Volumetric rule |
|---|---|
| Air freight | L × W × H (cm) ÷ 6000 = volumetric kg; the higher of actual vs volumetric weight applies |
| Sea freight (LCL) | 1 CBM ≡ 1000 kg; charged per CBM or per 1000 kg, whichever is higher |
| Unit | Equals |
|---|---|
| 1 kilogram | 2.20462 pounds |
| 1 metre | 3.28084 feet |
| 1 centimetre | 0.3937 inches |
| 1 CBM (cubic metre) | 35.3147 cubic feet |
| 1 metric tonne | 1000 kg · 2204.62 lb |