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Catch Weight

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A measurement used for goods sold by weight, where the weight of each item can vary.

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What is a Catch Weight?

Catch weight is a term used in shipping and logistics to refer to the weight of a product that varies from unit to unit. It is often used in industries such as food and beverage, where products are sold by weight, and the actual weight of each unit can vary slightly based on factors such as moisture content or trimming. 

 

For example, in the seafood industry, catch weight may refer to the weight of a shipment of fish, where each fish may have a slightly different weight due to factors such as size and water content. The total weight of the shipment is determined by adding together the weight of each individual unit. 

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