Cost Breakdown
Thu, 22 Jan
17:34
Reuse vs Single-Use Cost Analysis
Understanding the financial case for reusable packaging
Cost Inputs
These are the assumptions used to calculate the cost comparison. Values are based on fleet averages.
Reusable packaging unit cost€8.50
Average number of cycles20 cycles
Cleaning cost per cycle€0.12
Transport cost per cycle€0.08
Loss / damage rate2.5%
Single-use packaging unit cost€0.85
Cost Outputs
Cost per Use (Reusable)
€0.64
per packaging cycle
Cost per Unit (Single-Use)
€0.85
per packaging unit
Break-Even Cycle Count
14 cycles
to match single-use cost
Estimated Savings per 1,000 Units
€214
compared to single-use
Cost Comparison Visualization
Reusable Packaging€0.64 / use
Single-Use Packaging€0.85 / unit
Savings per use:€0.21(25% reduction)
Break-Even Analysis
The reusable packaging system becomes more cost-effective than single-use after 14 cycles. With an average of 20 cycles per unit, you are operating well above break-even, resulting in significant cost savings.
Current Performance
20 cycles
Break-Even Point
14 cycles
Above Break-Even
+6 cycles