Product Packaging Cost Calculator
Estimate packaging cost per unit based on box dimensions, material type, and order quantity.
Supports metric and imperial.
Packaging Cost per Unit
Product Packaging Cost estimates the cost per box based on material, size, and quantity.
Box surface area: SA = 2(LW + LH + WH) (for a rectangular box)
Material cost per square inch (approximate):
| Material | Cost/sq in |
|---|---|
| Corrugated (single wall) | $0.003 |
| Corrugated (double wall) | $0.005 |
| Kraft/paperboard | $0.002 |
| Rigid/gift box | $0.008 |
Volume discounts:
- 1–99 units: no discount
- 100–499: ~10% off
- 500–999: ~20% off
- 1,000+: ~30% off
Additional costs to consider: Printing, inserts, tape, labels, void fill, and shipping box vs product box.