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# How is volumetric weight calculated?

Volumetric weight can be calculated by multiplying the length, width and height of a parcel (in cm) and dividing that figure by 5000. You may often find that the price of your shipment is dictated by the volumetric weight of your parcel(s) rather than the physical weight.