Free FOB & CIF Export Price Calculator
Calculate your EXW, FOB, and CIF export prices in seconds. Build in profit margin, exchange rate, ocean freight, and marine insurance — no spreadsheet needed.
Enter Your Costs
Your Export Price (per piece)
EXW price
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FOB price
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CIF price
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Total FOB (shipment)
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Total CIF (shipment)
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How FOB & CIF Prices Are Calculated
EXW (Ex Works)
Your factory-gate price — product cost only, before any freight or handling. This is your starting point.
FOB (Free On Board)
EXW + inland freight + port & customs charges. The price loaded on board the vessel at origin. Risk transfers to the buyer here.
CIF (Cost, Insurance & Freight)
FOB + ocean freight + marine insurance. The seller pays freight and insurance to the destination port. Insurance is on 110% of the CIF value.
Profit Margin
Selling price = cost ÷ (1 − margin). A 20% margin means profit equals 20% of the selling price — not 20% markup on cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FOB price and how is it calculated?
FOB (Free On Board) is the export price including product cost, inland freight to the port, and port/customs charges. Formula: FOB = EXW + inland freight + port charges, then add your profit margin.
What is the difference between FOB and CIF?
CIF adds ocean freight and marine insurance to the FOB price. Under FOB the buyer arranges freight; under CIF the seller pays freight and insurance to the destination port.
How is marine insurance calculated for CIF?
Insurance is typically calculated on 110% of the CIF value, at a rate of about 0.25–0.6%. This calculator uses the standard 110% convention.
What is a good profit margin for export?
It depends on your industry and competition. Many exporters build in 10–30% gross margin. Remember margin is calculated on selling price, not cost.