How to estimate shipping cost
Add carrier, weight and packaging charges.
1
Enter the base rate
Use the published or negotiated rate for your typical zone.
2
Add weight charges
Use billable weight, including dimensional weight where it applies.
3
Add packaging
Include the box, filler and label consumed per order.
What does this tool do?
Shipping cost per order combines a base carrier rate, a weight charge and packaging. Projecting it across monthly order volume shows the cash impact and helps test whether free-shipping thresholds are viable.
The Formula
Shipping per order = Base rate + (Weight × Per-kg rate) + PackagingFrequently Asked Questions
What is billable weight?
Carriers charge the greater of actual weight and dimensional weight. Use the billable figure from your rate card rather than the product weight alone.
Should packaging be counted in shipping cost?
Yes, when deciding what to charge for delivery. Packaging is consumed by the shipment, so excluding it understates the true cost to serve.