Question 1

How is CBM calculated?

Accepted Answer

CBM = Length × Width × Height ÷ 1,000,000 (cm to m³). For multiple cartons, multiply by quantity.

Question 2

Why is volumetric weight ÷5000 for sea and ÷6000 for air?

Accepted Answer

Sea LCL freight uses a 1:1000 ratio between m³ and kg (so chargeable kg = CBM × 200). Airlines apply the IATA 6000 divisor for low-density cargo.

Question 3

What duty rate should I use for landed cost?

Accepted Answer

Use the BCD (Basic Customs Duty) rate from your product's HSN code. Add IGST on (CIF + Duty). Default 10% / 18% are common, but always verify your HSN.

Question 4

How is the air vs sea comparison fair?

Accepted Answer

We add the working-capital cost of having goods in transit (product value × daily rate × days) to each freight cost, so you compare the true cash impact.

Question 5

What counts as a free day at the port?

Accepted Answer

Most Indian ports give 4–5 free days from container landing. After that, demurrage stacks daily and may double after a week.

Question 6

Are my saved calculations stored on a server?

Accepted Answer

No. Saves and history live entirely in your browser's localStorage. Clearing your browser data deletes them.

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