Guide
How to Calculate the Landed Cost of Imported Chocolate and Wafers
The price on the quote is only the start. Importers who calculate landed cost per carton and per piece avoid surprises and set shelf prices with confidence.
By Ender Çikolata Team Published 1 min read
Landed cost is everything it costs to get one carton of product into your warehouse, ready to sell. Add each item below and divide by the number of cartons.
The building blocks
- Goods price under the agreed Incoterm
- Freight to your port, if not included
- Insurance for the shipment
- Import duty and taxes such as VAT, according to your tariff classification
- Clearance costs: agent fees, port charges, inspection, registration
- Inland transport and storage
- Financing and currency effects between order and payment
From carton to piece
Divide landed cost per carton by the number of pieces in a carton to get the cost per piece. Then add your margin and the margin of the next buyer in the chain to see the shelf price.
Do not forget the losses
Allow for a small percentage of damaged or near-date goods, especially in hot routes; see shipping to hot climates. Your plan should also respect the shelf-life window.
Compare suppliers on the same basis
A lower goods price can be cancelled out by higher freight or longer transit. Compare offers under the same Incoterm; see FOB, CIF and EXW.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which duty rate applies to chocolate?
It depends on the tariff classification of the product and the destination country. Ask your customs broker.
Should I convert everything into one currency?
Yes, using the rate you expect to pay at settlement, plus a safety margin.
How can I get a quote to start the calculation?
Send your destination and products through the contact page.