unit cost

noun

1. the cost of a specified unit of a product or service.

unit cost

noun

1. the actual cost of producing one article

Example Sentences

In response to the demands of cell manufacturers, suppliers of cathode materials have been investing significantly in purifying raw metals, consequently raising the unit cost of batteries.

From Science Daily

“Corporate strategies to hide price increases and raise the unit cost of everyday items like food and household products are hurting families in Pennsylvania,” he wrote.

From Salon

The per unit costs of a full turkey dinner with gravy and rolls, fruitcake and eggnog is approximately $9.77 per person: arguably a reasonable price to overindulge with those you love.

From Salon

A Kawasaki spokesperson confirmed that the unit cost increase had resulted in a reduction in the Chinook order.

From Reuters

"Goods prices are rising sharply. But rises in labour unit costs and unit profits have been limited, suggesting that recent inflation was driven mostly by higher import costs," another member was quoted as saying.

From Reuters