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3D printing on demand pricing and fees — FRED

A clear price before manufacturing begins.

What you pay.

Manufacturing
Material, machine time and preparation at the workshop’s rate.
FRED fee
Standard rate: 18% of manufacturing excluding VAT, including preparation.
Shipping
Calculated from the parcel, destination and selected carrier.
Options
Inserts and customisation are added only when you select them.
VAT
Shown separately and included in the final amount payable.

18% is the standard rate; your offer’s terms are shown in the quote.

An example, not an offer

A parcel delivered for €25.

Fictional amounts using the standard 18% fee.

Manufacturing excl. VAT
€15.00
FRED fee · 18%
€2.70
Shipping excl. VAT
€3.13
Subtotal excl. VAT
€20.83
VAT · 20%
€4.17
Total incl. VAT
€25.00

Shipping included; no options or AI credits.

From quote to manufacturing.

  1. 01

    Configure

    Upload an STL, 3MF or OBJ, then choose dimensions, material and destination.

  2. 02

    Review

    After analysis, compare delivered totals, lead times and available options.

  3. 03

    Confirm

    Approve the configuration and payment, then follow manufacturing and shipping.

Answers before you order.

What is the 18% applied to?

Manufacturing excluding VAT, including preparation, before shipping, options and VAT. A €15 manufacturing charge therefore adds €2.70 in FRED fees at the standard rate.

Why does the price vary between models?

Slicing measures material and printing time. Size, colours, quantity and the workshop’s rates determine the price; a minimum manufacturing charge may apply.

Can other FRED fees apply?

Specific offers or account terms may use a different percentage or a fixed component. Your quote shows the applicable fees before confirmation.

When do I pay?

After selecting an offer and approving the configuration. Manufacturing requires a confirmed, paid order and any requested approvals.

Are AI credits included?

No. AI Studio generations use credits separate from printing and shipping. Creating a model does not start manufacturing.

Does a quote stay valid forever?

No. Check its expiry date and proposed lead times. A new quote may reflect changes in pricing or availability.