How do I calculate true shipping costs?
Add the actual carrier tariff, packing, handling and other attributable shipping costs per order.
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What does shipping cost per order?
Calculate total shipping costs, charge gap and a mathematical cost-covering charge.
Calculate nowWhat problem does this tool solve?
A carrier rate alone can miss packing and handling. Weight, dimensions, provider and country document the scenario but do not supply a live tariff.
What do you get?
Shipping costs, net customer charge, gap, cost share and cost-covering net/gross amount.
Worked example
Example: €5 carrier tariff + €1 packing + €2 handling = €8 net cost. At a €6 net customer charge, you absorb €2.
Practical questions on this topic
How do I plan free shipping?
Set the customer charge to zero and check whether product contribution can absorb the shipping subsidy.
When does free shipping make sense?
It depends on basket contribution and shipping cost. There is no universal threshold without product economics.
How should I include packaging?
Include cartons, inserts and padding per shipment alongside the carrier rate.
Why do shipping costs vary by country?
Zone, weight, dimensions and cross-border handling affect actual tariffs. Enter the observed rate manually.
How does shipping reduce product margin?
Net shipping costs not recovered from customers reduce contribution and belong in product or basket calculations.
Frequently asked questions
Are current DHL rates included?
No. Without a verified tariff API, you enter the actual rate yourself.
Can I calculate international shipping?
Yes, with a manually entered rate for the destination.
Does it include packing?
Yes. Packing has its own input.
Can I model free shipping?
Yes. Enter zero for the customer shipping charge.
Can I compare carriers?
Yes. Calculate each carrier rate as a separate scenario.
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