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Understanding Actual Weight and Volumetric Weight
Actual Weight: This is the physical weight of the shipment, usually measured in kilograms or pounds. It's the actual scale weight of the boxes or items being shipped.

Volumetric Weight: This weight is calculated based on the volume of the package. The idea behind this is that the cost of shipping should take into account both the weight and the space a package occupies in the aircraft. Volumetric weight is calculated using a formula that involves the dimensions of the package (length, width, and height).

The Global Formula for Volumetric Weight
The formula for calculating volumetric weight is:

Volumetric Weight = Length × Width × Height /Dimensional Factor​

The dimensional factor (or volumetric divisor) varies by unit of measure and sometimes by carrier, but a common standard is 5000 for centimeters/kilograms (used by IATA) and 306 for inches/kilograms.

Example Calculation
Let's consider a box with dimensions 24 inches x 24 inches x 24 inches.

Volumetric Weight = 24 × 24 × 24/306 ≈ 45.1kg

Scenario Analysis
Scenario 1: Charged Based on Volumetric Weight
Box Dimensions: 24" x 24" x 24"
Actual Weight: 30 kg
Volumetric Weight: 45.1 kg (as calculated above)
Chargeable Weight: 45.1 kg
In this scenario, since the volumetric weight (45.1 kg) is greater than the actual weight (30 kg), the chargeable weight for shipping cost calculation is 45.1 kg.

Scenario 2: Charged Based on Actual Weight
Box Dimensions: 24" x 24" x 24"
Actual Weight: 50 kg
Volumetric Weight: 45.1 kg (as calculated above)
Chargeable Weight: 50 kg

Here, the actual weight (50 kg) is greater than the volumetric weight (45.1 kg). Therefore, the chargeable weight for this shipment would be based on the actual weight, which is 50 kg.

Conclusion
The concept of chargeable weight in air cargo ensures a fair pricing system that considers both the weight and the space a shipment occupies. This system is universally accepted and applied by cargo companies globally, ensuring a standardized approach to calculating shipping costs. Whether a shipment is charged by actual weight or volumetric weight depends on which is greater, ensuring efficient use of cargo space and fair compensation for the carrier.

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