Trade Discount Calculator
Enter the list price and each discount slab from your distributor. See the cost after every discount, the final net cost, and the single discount that equals the whole chain.
Discount chain
| Step | Price before | Discount | You save | Price after |
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How to use
- Enter the distributor list price and up to four discount slabs in order.
- Leave unused slabs blank or at 0.
- The table shows each discount applied on the already-discounted price, exactly how distributors calculate it.
Note
Trade discounts apply one after another on the reduced price, so 20% + 10% is NOT 30% off — it equals 28% off. This calculator follows the standard chain method used in wholesale invoicing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a trade discount chain?
A series of successive discounts applied one after another by a distributor, where each discount applies to the already discounted price.
What does the calculator show me?
The cost after every discount step, the final net cost, and the single equivalent discount that equals the whole chain.
Can I calculate discounts for multiple items?
Yes. Enter the quantity and it also shows the total net cost.
Why is 20% + 10% not 30% off?
Because each discount applies to the reduced price. 20% off, then 10% off the remainder, equals 28% off the list price - not 30%.