litbuy warehouse consolidation is the biggest annual shipping lever. This guide is the calculator.
The savings math
Baseline (undisciplined shipping): 24 items shipped as 24 single-item parcels at US$28 each = US$672 annually.
Disciplined shipping: 24 items as 8 parcels of 3 items at US$28 each = US$224 annually.
Annual saving: US$448.
The four decision states
- Under 800g: hold.
- 800g-1.2kg: borderline; add lightweight accessory.
- 1.2-3kg with 3+ items: ship.
- Over 3kg: ship or split by natural break points.
The 14-day cadence
Ship every 14 days on calendar reminder. Outsource ship-or-hold decision to calendar.
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The packing stack
- Remove original boxes.
- Bundle wrap soft goods.
- Apply coupon at parcel step.
- Choose EUB.
Insurance decision
- Under US$100: skip.
- US$100-300: optional.
- Over US$300 or 2+ kg: add.
Composition rules
- One anchor (sneaker or jacket) + 2-3 fillers.
- Cross-category diversification.
- Fragile isolation.
What to read next
Time consolidation with the freight reference. Understand country-specific implications via the tax guide.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does consolidation save?
US$150-250 per year for a moderate hunter shipping 8 parcels annually.
What is the sweet spot weight?
1.2-3 kg with 3+ items.
How long can I hold in warehouse?
Free hold is generous u2014 measured in months.
Should I ship every 14 days?
For active buyers, yes. Casual buyers ship every 6-8 weeks.
What if strong coupon lands?
Adjust framework. Ship if warehouse has parcel weight and coupon is stronger than expected.
How does consolidation build litbuy finds?
Patience surfaces better decisions. Better decisions surface better finds.
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