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Microplane Premium Zester
Microplane · Kitchen / Utensils
CANONICAL STAT
The estimated idiot index of the Microplane Microplane Premium Zester is 4.3x — it retails for $14.95 while its raw materials cost approximately $3.5.
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Retail price
$14.95
Raw materials
$3.5
All-in cost (materials + labor + shipping)
$6
4.3x
idiot index (price ÷ materials)
2.5x
vs all-in cost
23%
materials share of price
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