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Inventory Carrying Cost Calculator

Estimate annual inventory holding cost from average value and an annual carrying rate.

Use a consistent reporting periodCheck the calculation below
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Use figures from the same reporting period.

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How to use this tool

  1. Enter average inventory value, annual carrying rate.
  2. Select Calculate to view the result.
  3. Check the method and assumptions below before using the result.

The method, explained

Annual carrying cost = average inventory value × carrying rate/100.

A WORKED EXAMPLE

Using average inventory value = 100000 currency, annual carrying rate = 20 %, the result is 20000 money. Change these example inputs to match your task; use the method above to check each step.

Understanding your result

The rate should include the costs you intend to model, such as storage, insurance and financing. Do not add those costs twice.

What to keep in mind

The rate should include the costs you intend to model, such as storage, insurance and financing. Do not add those costs twice. Use consistent currencies, reporting periods and accounting definitions. This arithmetic estimate excludes items not entered in the form.

Common questions

How do I use this inventory carrying cost calculator?

Estimate annual inventory holding cost from average value and an annual carrying rate. Enter average inventory value in currency, annual carrying rate in %. The starting example is editable; use values for the same system or project.

Which assumptions affect this result?

The rate should include the costs you intend to model, such as storage, insurance and financing. Do not add those costs twice.

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