Italy

Poste Italiane dimensional weight

Poste Italiane is Italy's postal service. Its SDA Express courier division and international services apply the standard 5000 cm³/kg volumetric divisor.

Metric only
Imperial divisor
5000
Metric divisor
No minimum
DIM applies
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CALC.001 / DIM-WEIGHT
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Actual weight (lb)
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Service tiers

Poste Italiane divisors by service

Service Imperial (in/lb) Metric (cm/kg) Notes
Poste Delivery Business 5000 All packages
SDA Express (courier division) 5000 All packages
Crono International 5000 All packages
When to use

Best for, avoid when

— 01 · BEST FOR

When Poste Italiane wins

Italy domestic, EU and Mediterranean lanes

— 02 · AVOID WHEN

When to look elsewhere

Time-critical or specialized cargo (DHL/FedEx superior infrastructure)

— 03 · OFFICIAL RATES

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Common questions

Poste Italiane DIM weight — FAQ

What is Poste Italiane's dimensional weight divisor?

Poste Italiane uses a divisor of 5000 cm³/kg (metric) — this carrier publishes only metric divisors. The DIM weight formula is volume divided by this number, rounded up to the nearest whole pound or kilogram.

When does Poste Italiane apply DIM weight?

Poste Italiane applies dimensional weight to packages above No minimum. The billable weight is always the greater of the actual weight or the calculated DIM weight.

How do I reduce Poste Italiane DIM charges?

Use right-sized packaging — every cubic inch you save is divided by the divisor and removed from your billable weight. Avoid excessive void fill and consider custom box sizes for products you ship frequently. For occasional shippers, use the calculator above to test packaging changes before you commit to new materials.