Repacking your items at the Sugargoo warehouse is a crucial step to optimize packaging and reduce volume. However, this process directly affects the final parcel weight and, consequently, your shipping cost. Learning how to track these weight adjustments is key to avoiding unexpected charges.
Why Repacking Changes Weight & Cost
Sugargoo's repacking service involves removing unnecessary retail boxes and reorganizing items into a more compact package. While the goal is often to reduce volumetric weight, the actual weight can change slightly due to:
- Removal of excess packaging materials (e.g., shoeboxes, clothing tags).
- Addition of new protective packaging (e.g., bubble wrap,加固).
- Consolidation of multiple items into a single box.
Since most shipping lines charge based on the greater of actual weight or volumetric weight, even small changes impact your final quote.
How to Track Weight in the Sugargoo Spreadsheet
The "My Warehouse" spreadsheet is your central hub for tracking. Follow these steps:
Step 1: Navigate to Your Warehouse
Log in to your Sugargoo account and go to "My Warehouse". Here you will see a list of all your purchased items.
Step 2: Select Items and Initiate Repacking
Select the items you wish to ship together and click "Parcel Repackaging"
Step 3: Check the Detailed Parcel Data
Once repacking is complete, the crucial information updates in your spreadsheet. Focus on these columns:
| Spreadsheet Column | What It Shows |
|---|---|
| Actual Weight | The physical weight of the repacked parcel (in kg). |
| Volumetric Weight | Calculated weight based on package dimensions: (Length*Width*Height)/(Volumetric Divisor). |
| Billing Weight | The weight used for charging - the higher |
| Packing Fee / Remarks | May note repacking details or material changes. |
Step 4: Compare Before and After
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Tips to Avoid Unexpected Shipping Cost Differences
- Request Pre-Repacking Photos:
- Use the Rehearsal Packaging Service:exact final weight and dimensionsbefore
- Understand the Volumetric Divisor:
- Contact Customer Service:
- Use the Rehearsal Packaging Service:exact final weight and dimensionsbefore