net weight

[/nɛt weɪt/]
nounpl: net weights
peso líquido
1. The weight of a product or substance without the container or packaging in which it is sold
The net weight of the cereal box is 500 grams, not including the packaging.
O peso líquido da caixa de cereal é 500 gramas, não incluindo a embalagem.
2. The actual weight of goods being sold, excluding any tare weight (container weight)
Always check the net weight before comparing prices of similar products.
Sempre verifique o peso líquido antes de comparar preços de produtos similares.
In Brazil and Portugal, 'peso líquido' is a mandatory declaration on all packaged food and product labels by law. Consumers frequently check net weight to compare unit prices and ensure value for money, especially in supermarkets where price per kilogram or per unit is compared across brands.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
weight of contentsproduct weightcontents weight
Antonyms / Antônimos
gross weighttare weight

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
peso líquido
Most common term used on product labels and in commerce
Rio de Janeiro
peso líquido
Standard usage, same as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
peso líquido
Standard usage in commercial and retail contexts
Portugal
peso líquido
Same term used; sometimes 'peso do conteúdo' for clarity

Related Words

gross weighttare weightpackaginglabelcontainer

Related Idioms & Phrases

net weight declaration
stated net weight
check the net weight
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