Transportation

Landed Cost

The total cost of a product including purchase price, shipping, customs duties, taxes, and other fees.

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Updated 2025-10-01

Definition

Landed cost gives a complete view of the true expense of importing goods, helping in pricing, budgeting, and profitability analysis.

Overview

Overview

Calculating landed cost ensures businesses understand the full expense before selling imported goods, aiding in informed decision-making.

Components

  • Product price
  • Shipping and freight
  • Customs duties and tariffs
  • Insurance and handling fees

Example

A company importing electronics calculates the landed cost by adding shipping, insurance, and import duty to the product purchase price.

Tags

#Landed Cost#Importing#Shipping#Customs#Pricing

Related Terms

Import Duty
Freight Forwarding
Cost-to-Serve Analysis