This question is about the concepts of volumetric weight and weight in the TEMU system (an international logistics system). In logistics and international trade, volumetric weight refers to the weight calculated based on the volume of the goods, while weight refers to the actual weight of the goods.

Usually, the situation where volumetric weight is greater than weight may occur in some lightweight but large-volume goods. Because the weight of these goods themselves may not be large, but their volume is relatively large, the volumetric weight calculated according to the volumetric weight calculation formula may be greater than its actual weight.

This situation may have an impact on logistics and transportation costs. For example, when calculating freight, logistics companies usually consider the volumetric weight and actual weight of the goods, not just the actual weight. If the volumetric weight is greater than the actual weight, the freight may be calculated based on the volumetric weight instead of the actual weight, which may increase the transportation cost.

In addition, the situation where the volumetric weight is greater than the weight may also affect the insurance cost of the goods. Because in some insurance policies, the insurance cost is calculated based on the weight and value of the goods. If the volumetric weight is greater than the actual weight, the insurance company may calculate the insurance premium based on the volumetric weight, which may increase the insurance cost.

Therefore, when handling such goods, logistics companies and insurance companies usually require customers to provide the volumetric weight and actual weight of the goods in order to accurately calculate the freight and insurance costs. At the same time, in order to ensure that the goods can be transported and insured smoothly, it is recommended that customers must be accurate when providing the volumetric weight and actual weight.