Shipping supplies cost template
A checklist for assigning boxes, mailers, labels, tape, inserts, and handling cost to each order.
Supply cost fields
Shipping supplies are small but real. Assigning them to orders helps prevent inflated margins.
- Box or mailer
- Label cost
- Tape and filler
- Insert or thank-you card
- Handling time
- Insurance or signature cost
Use average costs
If exact tracking is too slow, use a reasonable average by package type and review it monthly.
Quality note
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