In order to utilise some spare capacity, K is preparing a quotation for a special order which requires 2,000 kgs of material J.
K has 800 kgs of material J in inventory (original cost $7.00 per kg). Material J is used in the company’s main product L. Each unit of L uses 5 kgs of material J and, based on an input value of $7.00 per kg of J, each unit of L yields a contribution of $10.00.
The resale value of material J is $5.50 per kg. The present replacement price of material J is $8.00 per kg. Material J is readily available in the market.
What is the relevant cost of the 2,000 kgs of material J to be included in the quotation?