Glossary

Landed cost

What landed cost means when sourcing manufactured goods, which costs to include, and why unit price alone misleads UK brands.

What it is

Landed cost is the full cost of getting product to your chosen point — typically unit price plus freight, duties/taxes where applicable, packing, and sometimes insurance and handling.

Why it matters

A low ex-works unit price can lose to a higher delivered price once logistics and delay costs are included. Ask quote assumptions explicitly so you can compare landed outcomes.

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