shipment weight
[ˈʃɪpmənt weɪt]
nounpl: shipment weights
peso do envio
1. The total mass or heaviness of goods being transported from one location to another
The shipment weight must be declared on the customs form before international transport.
O peso do envio deve ser declarado no formulário de alfândega antes do transporte internacional.
2. The combined weight of merchandise and packaging materials in a shipment
We need to calculate the shipment weight to determine the freight cost.
Precisamos calcular o peso do envio para determinar o custo do frete.
3. The actual weight used for billing purposes in logistics and shipping
The shipment weight affects both the transportation cost and delivery time.
O peso do envio afeta tanto o custo de transporte quanto o tempo de entrega.
In Brazil, 'peso do envio' is standard terminology in e-commerce platforms and logistics companies. The term is essential for calculating shipping costs in both domestic and international contexts. Weight is a critical factor in Brazilian logistics, especially given the country's vast geographic distances and varied transportation infrastructure.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to declare shipment weight
to verify shipment weight
shipment weight surcharge
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