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What’s new?
If you're using Sendcloud rates, you can now see estimated PostNL surcharges in the price breakdown before you create a label. This works in the Sendcloud panel when you create a shipment, and for API v3 users using
shipping-options
, as long as you enter parcel dimensions at announcement.The estimates can include volumetric surcharges (>50 dm³, >100 dm³, >200 dm³), exceeding maximum dimensions (currently only for Klein Pakket), and packaging size surcharges (too small <10×10×1 cm or too large >95×70×58 cm within the EU).
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Why it matters
You get an early warning about possible extra carrier charges, so the final PostNL invoice is less likely to surprise you weeks later. This helps you choose the right shipment option and avoid unexpected costs.
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How to use it
- Enter the parcel dimensions when announcing your shipment.
- Check the price breakdown to see any estimated surcharges before you buy the label.
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Good to know
These are estimates and are marked as approximate, because the carrier can re-measure the parcel at scan. The surcharge is not charged at label creation; it’s shown to inform you upfront.