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Packaging Cost per Order Calculator for E-commerce Sellers

Free tool · Updated October 2, 2026 · By CouponTalk · Reviewed by CouponTalk Expert Reviews on October 2, 2026

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Quick answer

Packaging cost per order is the sum of the box or mailer, tape, filler such as bubble wrap, and the shipping label and invoice. A ₹12 box, ₹2 of tape, ₹4 of filler and a ₹1.50 label cost ₹19.50 per order, which is 3.9% of a ₹499 sale and ₹9,750 a month at 500 orders. Price your listings with this number included.

How to use this calculator

Divide each pack's price by how many it contains, for example ₹600 for 50 boxes is ₹12 a box.
Estimate tape and filler used per parcel.
Enter your orders and average price to see the monthly total and share of price.

Packaging cost guide

Rough bulk prices; get quotes from local packaging suppliers
Item	Typical bulk price	Use for
Poly mailer bag	₹2–6 each	Clothes, soft goods
3-ply corrugated box (small, plain)	₹10–30 each	Light items under 1 kg
5-ply corrugated box	₹25–60 each	Heavy or fragile items
Bubble wrap	₹2–6 per order	Glass, electronics
Thermal shipping label	₹0.50–1.50 each	Every order

Prices are rough bulk ranges and vary by city and quantity. Get quotes from two or three local suppliers.

Frequently asked questions

Does packaging affect courier charges?

Yes. Couriers bill the higher of actual and volumetric weight, so an oversized box can cost more in shipping than the box itself. Check with the volumetric weight calculator.

Is a poly mailer cheaper than a box?

Usually, for clothes and soft goods. Use boxes for fragile, heavy or high-value items to cut damage returns.

Can I claim GST credit on packaging?

GST-registered sellers can usually claim input tax credit on packaging bought with a valid GST invoice. Check with your accountant.