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Amazon Glossary

QD

Quantity Discount

Terms, metrics, and workflows around Amazon Seller, Vendor, and Marketplace operations.

What it means

QD (Quantity Discount) are price discounts offered by suppliers when ordering larger quantities. Typical QDs are 5% for 100+ units, 10% for 500+ units. QDs reduce PCOGS and improve margins but require higher inventory levels. Sellers should calculate QD economics and decide whether higher order quantities deliver positive ROI.