What's the difference between gross weight and net weight on a packing list?

Net weight is the weight of the goods only. Gross weight is the total weight including packaging — carton, wrapping, and pallets. Customs declarations typically require gross weight.

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Packing List Generator

Generate export packing lists in PDF format. Detail each carton's contents, weights, and dimensions for customs and receiving.

Exporter

Company Name

Address

Consignee

Company Name

Address

Document Details

PL Number

Date

Linked Invoice Number

Package Summary

Total Number of Cartons

Total Gross Weight (kg)

Total Net Weight (kg)

Line Items

Description	Carton Nos.	Qty/Ctn	Total Qty	Unit	Net Wt	Gross Wt	Dims (cm)

Shipping Marks (optional)

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About Packing Lists

A packing list details the contents of each carton in a shipment. Required by customs for inspection and by the buyer for receiving. Include it with every export shipment.

Tip: Enter carton ranges as "1-10" and the total qty will auto-calculate.

How to Use

Enter shipper and consignee information

Fill in your company details and the buyer/receiver information, plus the invoice or PO reference number.

Add each carton or package

List contents, quantity, gross weight, net weight, and dimensions (L×W×H) for each package in the shipment.

Review totals

The tool calculates total carton count, total gross weight, and total volume automatically.

Generate and download PDF

Download a professional packing list PDF ready to hand to your freight forwarder or attach to customs documents.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a packing list in shipping?

A packing list (also called a packing slip or cargo manifest) lists the exact contents of each carton or pallet. It tells customs officers, freight forwarders, and receiving warehouses what is inside each package without opening it.

Is a packing list required for customs clearance?

Most countries require a packing list alongside the commercial invoice for imports. It helps verify the shipment matches the invoice, simplifies customs inspection, and speeds clearance.

What's the difference between gross weight and net weight?

Net weight is the weight of the goods only. Gross weight is the total including packaging — carton, bubble wrap, and pallets. Customs declarations typically use gross weight; freight charges may use volumetric weight.

Do I need a packing list for small parcel exports?

For small parcels shipped via DHL, FedEx, or UPS, a commercial invoice usually suffices. A packing list is most important for FCL/LCL ocean freight, air cargo, and shipments with multiple SKUs or cartons.