How to Use This Calculator - Complete Guide
Step-by-step instructions for calculating landed costs and generating professional exports
Enter Product Details
HS Code: Start typing your product name or HS code. Our database includes 60+ GCC 12-digit codes.
📋 Example:
Invoice Value: Enter the FOB (Free on Board) value in USD - this is the price you pay the supplier before shipping.
Select Origin & Destination Countries
Choose from 30+ countries with comprehensive duty and VAT data organized by region.
💡 Smart Features:
- Automatic VAT calculation based on product category
- GCC intra-trade: 0% duty between member states
- Customs union detection for special rates
Choose Your Shipping Routes
Smart Route Generation: Click "Generate Routes" to automatically create optimal routes based on:
Cheapest Route
Lowest logistics cost
Fastest Route
Minimum transit days
Greenest Route
Lowest carbon emissions
Multi-Modal
Sea, air, land, rail options
Or manually select from 100+ global trade hubs including major seaports, airports, and land borders.
Compare & Calculate
Click "Calculate Landed Cost" to see:
Export Professional Reports
Generate CFO-ready exports in two formats:
📄 PDF Executive Summary
Professional boardroom-ready report including:
- Executive Overview - Key metrics at a glance
- Route Comparison - Visual side-by-side analysis
- Cost Breakdown - Detailed line items for each route
- Confidence Assessment - Data quality scoring with recommendations
- Disclaimer - Legal and accuracy notes
📊 Perfect for: Board presentations, procurement meetings, executive decision-making
📊 Excel Detailed Analysis
Comprehensive spreadsheet with multiple sheets:
- Summary Sheet - Quick comparison dashboard
- Route A Breakdown - All costs with formulas
- Route B Breakdown - All costs with formulas
- VAT Calculation - Category-specific rates and logic
- Data Sources - HS codes, country rates, assumptions
📈 Perfect for: Financial modeling, scenario analysis, audit trails, custom adjustments
What Your Results Will Look Like
📱 Calculator Screen View:
💰 Route A saves you $750 (5.7% cheaper)
🎯 Confidence Score Example:
High Confidence - Specific HS code, verified duty rates, popular route
💡Pro Tips for Accurate Results
- Use the most specific HS code available - 12-digit GCC codes give highest accuracy
- Compare multiple routes to find the best balance of cost, speed, and reliability
- Check the confidence score - scores above 75% are highly reliable
- Always consult customs brokers for binding confirmations before shipment
- Review the VAT breakdown - some products qualify for zero-rating or exemptions