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15% Over Target

Cost Decomposition SKU-2284 · Corrugated Packaging

Raw Material

$0.48

Energy

$0.14

Labor

$0.12

Tariff & Logistics

$0.09

SG&A

$0.06

Supplier Margin

$0.13

Should-Cost Estimate

$0.89 /unit

You're paying $1.02 /unit

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Bill of Materials ASM-1140 · Hydraulic Control Valve

Component	Qty	Unit Cost	Ext. Cost
Valve BodyDuctile Iron (GGG-40)	1	$34.20	$34.20
Spool Assembly4140 Alloy Steel, hardened	1	$18.50	$18.50
Solenoid CoilCopper wire, 24V DC	2	$6.80	$13.60
O-Ring Seal KitViton fluoroelastomer	1	$3.40	$3.40
Spring, ReturnMusic wire, ASTM A228	2	$1.15	$2.30
End Cap & FastenersZinc-plated carbon steel	1	$4.80	$4.80

Material Cost $76.80

Dalinea Intelligence AI + Economic Data

What's driving cost changes on our hydraulic valve line for Q3?

Two factors to flag. Manufacturing labor in Mexico has increased 15% YoY, affecting your Monterrey-sourced spool assemblies. Ductile iron pricing is also up 8% on EU energy costs. Projected 12-month impact: $217,473

Which suppliers have the most margin exposure?

Across your valve program, Presto Hydraulics carries a 24% margin — roughly 6 points above the category median. I'd prioritize them for renegotiation. I can prepare a should-cost breakdown for your next review.

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