Gross weight and net weight are concepts we often encounter when buying goods, but many people can't tell the difference between them. This article will reveal the mystery of net weight and gross weight for you, so that you can easily understand these two concepts.

Gross weight/package weight/gross weight

Gross weight is not only the weight of the goods themselves, but also the weight of the packaging. This concept is very important when buying goods.

net weight

Net weight is the weight of the real "slimming" goods, only counting the goods themselves, not counting the packaging. This concept can help you better understand the actual value of goods.

Calculate net weight

To calculate the net weight, you only need to subtract the weight of the package from the gross weight, that is, the tare weight, which is easy to get.

1 actual tare weight

Every package is weighed, which is the most authentic and reliable method.

Average tare weight

If the packages are almost the same, you can choose several pieces to weigh and then calculate the average weight.

3 Habit tare weight

Everyone knows the standardized packaging method, so there is no need to weigh it.

4 agreed tare weight

It is simple and convenient for both parties to agree on the packing weight in advance.