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Economic Order Quantity Calculator

Balance annual ordering and holding cost under the classic EOQ assumptions.

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One three-letter code; no currency conversion.

Classic EOQ only; no quantity discounts, variable lead time or stockouts. Compare a separate reorder point for timing.

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How to use this calculator

Enter annual unit demand and costs in a single currency.

Formula and method

EOQ = √(2DS/H), where D is annual units, S is cost per order, H is holding cost per unit per year.

Worked example

D=10,000, S=50, H=2 gives EOQ≈707.107 units and combined cost≈1,414.214 per year.

Assumptions and supported scope

Classic EOQ only; no quantity discounts, variable lead time or stockouts. Compare a separate reorder point for timing.

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