unit pricing

American  

noun

1. the system of indicating the cost of a consumer product in terms of a standard unit of measure, as so much per pound, quart, or yard, in addition to the price per can, bottle, or piece.

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unit pricing British  

noun

1. a system of pricing foodstuffs, etc, in which the cost of a single unit is shown to enable shoppers to see the advantage of buying multipacks

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Etymology

Origin of unit pricing

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

Which? had said Tesco's decision not to display unit pricing on its Clubcard offers could be breaking the law.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2024

At grocery and drugstores, you can often find the unit pricing on the shelf tag in front of the product.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2023

The report, however, said that the per unit pricing and profitability may see deterioration in the coming quarters as broader macro economic conditions affect demand and pressure affordability.

From Reuters • Sep. 28, 2022

“And use unit pricing — the price per ounce or hundred count disclosure that is right on store shelves — will help you find the best value.”

From Washington Times • Jun. 14, 2022

Bars along the city’s Georgian Grey Street have accepted a voluntary minimum unit pricing of 50p.

From The Guardian • Feb. 19, 2019