Once accomplished, this weight replaces the standard ten percent packing allowance. Experience has shown that actual packing materials normally weigh less than the standard allowance. Electing this procedure may increase your excess cost. Correcting deficiencies or problems after the fact is almost impossible. They are for planning purposes only .
Excess cost is based on the actual weight of the shipment obtained on a certified scale.
Note any loss or damage on your DD Form 1840 at time of delivery. Annotate any damage discovered after the carrier has departed on a DD Form 1840R, which must be submitted within 70 days of the delivery date. If your shipment is overweight, please file your claim as soon as possible. Your excess cost may decrease because of missing or destroyed items in the shipment. There is an appeal process open to you .