Commercial & Costs

Material Cost Calculator

Calculate material cost from quantity, unit rate, waste allowance, discount and delivery.

Material Cost Calculator

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Formula used

Material cost = quantity × unit rate. Waste, discount and delivery are then applied to estimate total order cost.

Example

500 units at £12/unit = £6,000. With 5% waste, quantity becomes 525 units. Before delivery the cost is £6,300.

Important note

Supplier quotes may include minimum loads, part-load charges, delivery zones, fuel surcharges or validity dates.

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