{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"DefinedTerm","name":"Freight calculation formula","description":"A freight calculation formula is the mathematical method carriers and forwarders use to determine transport charges, based on whichever is greater between actual weight and volumetric (dimensional) weight. Volumetric weight is derived from the shipment's outer dimensions divided by a mode-specific divisor. On top of the base freight, surcharges such as fuel levies (BAF or FSC), security fees, and dangerous goods premiums are added, together with any applicable minimum charges. The formula underp","inDefinedTermSet":{"@type":"DefinedTermSet","name":"Frachtportal Logistics Glossary","url":"https://www.freight-academy.com/en/glossary"},"url":"https://www.freight-academy.com/en/glossary/freight-calculation-formula","inLanguage":"en","dateModified":"2026-06-22T09:58:41.719146","citation":"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chargeable_weight","markdownMirror":"https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/glossary/en/freight-calculation-formula","provider":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Frachtportal","url":"https://www.freight-academy.com"},"quickSummary":"Freight calculation formula · A freight calculation formula is the mathematical method carriers and forwarders use to determine transport charges, based on whichever is greater between actual weight and volumetric (dimensional) weight. · Quelle: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chargeable_weight"}