Free FAS Calculator — Calculate FOB, FAS, and Shipping Charges Easily

Free FAS Calculator — Calculate FOB, FAS, and Shipping Charges Easily

What it is

• A free online tool that estimates costs for shipments using Incoterms like FAS (Free Alongside Ship) and FOB (Free On Board), plus common shipping charges.

Key features

• FAS cost breakdown: port-side handling, documentation, local transport to quay, export fees.
• FOB comparison: shows differences where seller loads cargo on board (FOB) versus placing it alongside ship (FAS).
• Additional charges: terminal handling, customs clearance, local trucking, and estimated freight rates.
• Currency & unit options: switch currency, weight (kg/ton), and units (per container, per ton).
• Export documentation prompts: checklist for bills of lading, commercial invoice, packing list, export declarations.

How to use (simple steps)

1. Enter shipment details: origin port, destination port, incoterm (FAS or FOB), weight/volume, container type or loose cargo.
2. Add local costs: inland transport, port fees, export clearance charges.
3. Choose freight basis: per container, per ton, or quote from carrier.
4. Review breakdown and compare FAS vs FOB to see which is cheaper or more practical.
5. Export or print the estimate and use it for quotes or negotiating with carriers.

When to use

• Preparing export quotes, comparing seller/buyer responsibilities, budgeting for port-side costs, or teaching Incoterms differences.

Limitations

• Estimates depend on user-provided local fees and live freight rates; not a substitute for carrier quotes or formal freight forwarder estimates.