Unit Converter for Export & Freight

Convert between units across nine categories — length, weight, volume, area, temperature, speed, time, data and pressure. Two-way conversion with one-click swap for freight and documentation work. Free for exporters and importers.

Quick Answer: Which unit conversions matter most in export shipping?

Freight runs on kg vs pounds (1 kg = 2.20462 lb), CBM vs cubic feet (1 m\u00B3 = 35.3147 ft\u00B3) and the LCL revenue-tonne rule where 1 CBM = 1,000 kg \u2014 you are billed on whichever is higher. Air cargo instead divides cm\u00B3 by 6,000 for chargeable weight. This free converter handles all of these live as you type, plus quintal, CC, US/UK tons and more, entirely in your browser.

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Freight tip: volume in cubic meters (m³) drives LCL billing — use the CBM Container Calculator for full shipment analysis.

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Why Accurate Unit Conversion Matters in Shipping

Freight rates, packing lists and customs declarations depend on exact units: dimensions in centimeters or inches, weight in kilograms or pounds, and volume in cubic meters. A wrong conversion changes your CBM, chargeable weight and duty assessment.

This converter covers the units used across export documentation, air and sea freight, and container loading — all client-side, offline-capable and free.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many cubic feet are in one cubic meter?

1 cubic meter (CBM) = 35.3147 cubic feet. Use the Volume category to convert, or the CBM Container Calculator for container planning.

Is 1 kg equal to 2.2 lbs?

Yes, approximately. 1 kg = 2.20462 pounds exactly. The Weight category gives the precise value, and can also convert to metric tonnes, quintal, US short tons and UK long tons.

How many kg is one CBM in sea freight?

For LCL ocean freight the standard density basis is 1 CBM = 1,000 kg: freight is charged on whichever gives the revenue tonne (volume in CBM or weight in tonnes, whichever is higher). Convert your cargo weight here, then use the CBM Container Calculator for the volume side.

What is CC on an invoice or packing list?

CC means cubic centimetre (cm\u00B3) \u2014 common on machinery, spares and chemical shipping documents. 1,000 CC = 1 liter and 1,000,000 CC = 1 CBM. The Volume category converts CC directly.

Why do Indian agri exporters use quintal?

A quintal is 100 kg and is the standard trading unit for agricultural commodities in India (1 metric tonne = 10 quintal). The Weight category converts quintal to kg, tonnes and pounds for export documentation.

What is the air-freight chargeable weight divisor?

Air freight typically uses a 6000 divisor (cm\u00B3 \u00F7 6000) or 5000 for express couriers \u2014 see the Volumetric Weight Calculator for the full calculation.

Does the converter work offline?

Yes \u2014 once the page is loaded, every conversion runs entirely in your browser with no internet dependency and nothing is uploaded.

Is the Unit Converter free to use?

Yes. The Unit Converter is 100% free for personal and commercial use \u2014 no registration, login or payment required.

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