Landed Cost & Import Tariff Calculator – Duty, Freight & Margin Planner
What is Landed Cost & Why Does It Determine Profitability?
Landed Cost is the comprehensive total price of a product once it has arrived at your distribution warehouse, fully cleared by customs and ready for fulfillment. Relying exclusively on supplier factory quotes (FOB price) leads to severe cash flow miscalculations because international freight, demurrage, Harbor Maintenance Fees (HMF), customs broker retainers, and import tariffs can add 20% to 50% to the unit cost.
Customs Valuation Rules: US vs International (CIF vs FOB)
- United States (CBP Transaction Value): US Customs calculates ad valorem tariffs primarily on the FOB purchase price. Ocean freight and international marine insurance are excluded from dutiable value.
- European Union, UK & Most WTO Nations: Customs duties are assessed on the CIF value (Product + Freight + Insurance). Duties must be paid on both the merchandise and the shipping cost.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the US Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF)?
For US formal entries (shipments valued over $2,500), CBP charges a 0.3464% ad valorem fee, subject to a statutory minimum of $31.67 and a maximum cap of $614.35.
How do I calculate Break-Even Price?
Break-even price is equal to your landed cost per unit plus any non-recoverable VAT or sales taxes. Selling below this threshold generates operational loss.
Can I customize the currency?
Yes. All formulas operate on raw monetary values, making them universally compatible with USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, or AUD.
Receive USD, EUR, and GBP with local bank details and minimal conversion markup.