Shipping costs can quickly escalate if your package exceeds standard size or weight limits. This guide provides clear steps to pre-measure your items, request repacking services, and ultimately avoid unexpected charges when shipping with OopBuy.
Understanding OopBuy's Pricing Structure
OopBuy's shipping fees are calculated based on both the dimensional weightactual weight. Carriers charge based on whichever weight is greater. An oversized but light parcel can incur high fees due to the space it occupies.
- Standard Parcel Limits:
- Weight Thresholds:
Step 1: Pre-Measure Your Items Accurately
Before finalizing your purchase or submitting a shipment request, gather accurate measurements.
- Measure Dimensions:
- Calculate Dimensional Weight:(L x W x H) / Divisor. The divisor varies by carrier (often 5000 or 6000). Compare this to the actual weight.
- Check Item Specifications:
Step 2: Utilize OopBuy's Repacking Service
OopBuy's warehouse offers a valuable repacking service to optimize your parcel.
- How to Request:repacking to minimize volume.
- What They Do:
- Cost-Benefit:
Step 3: Proactive Strategies to Avoid Surcharges
Smart Consolidation:
If you have multiple items, don't ship them automatically. Use OopBuy's consolidation feature
Economy shipping methods may have stricter size limits but lower base rates. Compare all available shipping lines during checkout, paying close attention to their specific size/weight restrictions. If you are unsure about an item's packed size, contact OopBuy support before
Choose the Right Service:
Communicate Early:
Key Takeaways
To minimize your shipping costs with OopBuy, always measure first, then request repacking. Being proactive about your package dimensions is the most effective way to prevent surprise overweight and oversize fees. Remember, a few minutes of preparation can lead to significant savings on your international shipping.