Calculate belt size

The belt size is a key indicator in shipping and plays a central role in particular when calculating shipping costs by parcel service providers such as DHL, UPS or Hermes. It is a combined measure that takes into account the size and size of a package and thus provides information as to whether a package is still considered a standard package or is classified as bulky goods.

What is the belt measure?

The belt measure is not equate with the volume or length of a package. Instead, it is composed as follows:

Strap size = (2 × height) + (2 × width) + length

This formula measures the length of the longest page measure plus twice the circumference of the two shorter sides. Unity is always in centimeters (cm) to specify.

Why is the belt size important?

Most shipping service providers set Maximum belt size limits firm. If this is exceeded, there may be surcharges, changed shipping methods or even rejection of the package. For example, the belt measurement limit at DHL is 360 cm for standard parcels.

Calculation tips

• Use a tape measure or ruler for exact measurements.
  
  
• Always round the numbers down to full centimeters on.
  
  
• Also take into account any excess packaging or upholstery material.
  
  

A correct calculation of the belt size helps to avoid unnecessary shipping costs and ensures smooth logistics processes.