Weight and Length Unit Converter
Use the Boxit4me unit converter to convert weight and length measurements for international shopping and shipping. Convert kilograms to pounds, centimeters to inches and other common units before estimating package dimensions or delivery costs.
Unit Converter
Convert Weight and Length Units
Enter a value, select the original measurement unit and choose the unit you want to convert it into. The calculator will display the converted value instantly.
The tool supports common shipping and product measurements, including:
- Kilograms, grams, pounds and ounces
- Centimeters, meters, inches and feet
- Metric-to-imperial conversions
- Imperial-to-metric conversions
Common Weight Conversions
| Conversion | Equivalent |
|---|---|
| 1 kilogram to pounds | 2.20462 lb |
| 1 pound to kilograms | 0.453592 kg |
| 1 kilogram to ounces | 35.274 oz |
| 1 ounce to grams | 28.3495 g |
| 1,000 grams to kilograms | 1 kg |
Common Length Conversions
| Conversion | Equivalent |
|---|---|
| 1 inch to centimeters | 2.54 cm |
| 1 centimeter to inches | 0.393701 in |
| 1 foot to centimeters | 30.48 cm |
| 1 meter to feet | 3.28084 ft |
| 100 centimeters to meters | 1 m |
Why Unit Conversion Matters for International Shipping
Online stores and carriers may display product and package measurements in different systems. US retailers commonly use pounds and inches, while GCC countries and many international carriers use kilograms and centimeters.
Accurate conversions can help you:
- Understand product dimensions before purchasing
- Enter package details correctly
- Estimate actual and dimensional weight
- Compare measurements from international stores
- Receive a more accurate shipping estimate
After converting the measurements, enter the package weight and dimensions into the Boxit4me international shipping calculator to compare available delivery options.
Unit Conversion and Dimensional Weight
Weight conversion does not calculate dimensional weight. Dimensional weight is based on the space occupied by a package and requires its length, width and height.
A large, lightweight parcel may be charged according to dimensional weight rather than its actual scale weight. Learn more from the Boxit4me unit conversion guide.