VGM (Verified Gross Mass)
Category: Logistics
Also searched as: Verified gross mass
Definition (plain English)
The verified gross mass of a packed container, including cargo, packaging, dunnage, pallets, and container tare.
Why it matters commercially
Without accurate VGM, a container can be refused for loading, rolled, or become a safety and compliance issue.
Example
The shipper recalculated VGM after adding slip sheets and bracing because the original estimate used product net weight only.
Common mistake
Submitting estimated product weight instead of verified packed-container gross mass.
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