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Landed Unit Cost Calculator

The quote is the smallest part.

Written and maintained by Mohit PatelLast checked August 4, 2026How we build these
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Landed unit cost

$8.18

27.8% above the quote

Goods$12,800
Freight & insurance$1,880
Duty$954
Clearance, inland & inspection$720

The quoted $6.40 becomes $8.18 on your shelf. Comparing suppliers on the quote alone routinely picks the wrong one, because freight and duty vary by origin and product far more than unit prices do.

How the Landed Unit Cost Calculator works

Freight and duty vary by origin and product far more than unit prices do, which is why comparing suppliers on the quote alone reliably picks the wrong one. The landed figure is the only comparable number.

Also known as: true cost per unit delivered · all-in unit cost · unit cost after freight and duty

Not financial advice. Marketplace fees change, and they vary by country, plan and seller status. Every rate here is an editable default, not a quoted price, check the platform's current fee schedule before you price a product against it. This is not tax or business advice.

Frequently asked questions

What is landed cost?

Everything to get one unit onto your shelf: goods, freight, insurance, duty, clearance, inland transport and inspection.

How much above the quote is landed cost?

For imported consumer goods, commonly 25% to 45% above an FOB quote. Light bulky products run higher because freight dominates.

Does duty apply to freight?

In CIF countries yes, in FOB countries no. That single difference changes landed cost by the duty rate times the freight bill.

Why does this matter for pricing?

Because margin calculated on the quoted price is always wrong and always flattering. A 55% margin on the quote is frequently under 40% on landed cost.

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