1. What is DDP Price?

DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) is a trade term where the seller assumes all responsibilities and costs for delivering goods to the buyer's location, including duties, taxes, and other charges. The DDP price represents the total landed cost of the goods.

2. How to Calculate DDP Price

The basic formula for calculating DDP price is:

Where:

• Base Price — The cost of the product itself
• Duty — Import duties applied to the goods
• Taxes — Any applicable taxes (VAT, GST, etc.)
• Shipping — Transportation costs to destination
• Insurance — Insurance coverage during transit
• Other Adjustments — Additional fees or discounts

3. Components of DDP Price

Details: Each component contributes to the total landed cost:

• Base Price: The fundamental cost of the goods before any additional charges
• Duty: Calculated as a percentage of the goods' value or specific rates
• Taxes: Varies by destination country's tax regulations
• Shipping: Depends on shipping method, weight, and distance
• Insurance: Typically a percentage of the goods' value

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter all known costs in your preferred currency. For unknown values, you can enter 0 or estimate them. The calculator will sum all components to give you the total DDP price.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's the difference between DDP and DDU?
A: DDP includes all costs (seller pays duties/taxes), while DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid) means the buyer handles these costs upon arrival.

Q2: Who should use DDP pricing?
A: Sellers who want to offer all-inclusive pricing or buyers who want predictable total costs.

Q3: How accurate are DDP calculations?
A: Accuracy depends on precise duty/tax rates for the destination country and exact shipping costs.

Q4: Can DDP prices change after agreement?
A: Typically no, as the seller bears the risk of cost changes under DDP terms.

Q5: What currency should I use?
A: Use any consistent currency for all inputs - results will be in the same currency.