Volume-based discount clause: Copy, customize, and use instantly
Introduction
A volume-based discount clause defines the discounts provided based on the total quantity of goods or services purchased. It ensures that the buyer receives a better price as the purchase volume increases, motivating larger orders and ensuring both parties benefit from scale.
Below are templates for volume-based discount clauses tailored to different scenarios. Copy, customize, and insert them into your agreement.
Standard volume-based discount clause
This version provides a general discount based on quantity.
The [Customer] shall receive a [X]% discount on the unit price for any order of [Y] units or more. The discount will apply to the total order value, and may vary based on the number of units purchased as outlined in [Schedule X].
Volume-based discount clause with tiered discount structure
This version offers multiple discount tiers.
The [Customer] will receive a discount based on the total quantity ordered as follows: [X]% for orders of [Y] to [Z] units, [Y]% for orders of [Z] to [A] units, and [Z]% for orders exceeding [A] units. Discounts will be applied to the total order value.
Volume-based discount clause with cumulative purchase discount
This version applies cumulative purchases.
The [Customer] will be entitled to a cumulative volume discount based on the total quantity purchased over the course of the year. For every [X] units purchased, the [Customer] will receive a [Y]% discount on subsequent orders, subject to the conditions outlined in [Schedule X].
Volume-based discount clause with early bulk order discount
This version provides early order discounts for bulk purchases.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on the unit price for any bulk order placed and confirmed at least [Y] days before the delivery date for orders exceeding [Z] units.
Volume-based discount clause with maximum discount cap
This version sets a cap on the discount.
The maximum discount available under this Agreement for any order, regardless of the quantity, shall not exceed [X]% of the total order value.
Volume-based discount clause with progressive discount tiers
This version offers progressively larger discounts based on volume.
The [Customer] will receive a progressive discount on the unit price based on the total order quantity, as follows: [X]% for orders of [Y] to [Z] units, [Y]% for orders of [Z] to [A] units, and [Z]% for orders exceeding [A] units.
Volume-based discount clause with conditional tier increases
This version offers conditional tier-based increases.
The [Customer] shall receive a [X]% discount for orders of [Y] units or more. If the [Customer] increases their order volume by [Z]% within [X] months, the discount will be increased to [Y]%.
Volume-based discount clause with loyalty discount
This version includes a loyalty discount.
For every consecutive order placed for [X] units or more, the [Customer] will receive an additional [Y]% discount on future orders, with a maximum discount of [Z]% for the year.
Volume-based discount clause with time-limited offer
This version includes a time-limited offer.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on any order exceeding [Y] units if the order is placed within [Z] days of the offer being made.
Volume-based discount clause with automatic discount for recurring orders
This version includes automatic discounts for recurring orders.
Orders placed by the [Customer] within [X] months for [Y] units or more will automatically qualify for a [Z]% discount, which will be applied to all recurring orders during the term of this Agreement.
Volume-based discount clause with early payment incentive
This version includes early payment incentives.
The [Customer] shall receive a [X]% discount on the unit price for orders exceeding [Y] units, provided payment is made within [Z] days of receiving the invoice.
Volume-based discount clause with special discount for multi-product orders
This version applies to multi-product orders.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount if the order includes at least [Y] different products and exceeds a total quantity of [Z] units across all products.
Volume-based discount clause with discounts for large quantity commitment
This version includes discounts for large commitments.
The [Customer] agrees to purchase a minimum of [X] units per quarter, with the discount for each order being [Y]% based on the total quantity committed for the term.
Volume-based discount clause with additional discount for exceeding the order threshold
This version provides an extra discount for exceeding order thresholds.
If the [Customer] exceeds the order quantity of [Y] units by [X] units, an additional [Z]% discount will be applied to the total order value.
Volume-based discount clause with special pricing for first-time bulk orders
This version includes special pricing for first-time bulk orders.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on the unit price for their first bulk order exceeding [Y] units, with the discount valid only for the first order placed.
Volume-based discount clause with customized discount for high-value products
This version customizes discounts for high-value products.
For high-value products (as defined in [Schedule X]), the [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount for any order exceeding [Y] units, with discounts based on the total quantity of high-value items ordered.
Volume-based discount clause with end-of-quarter discount
This version offers an end-of-quarter discount.
If the [Customer] places an order for [Y] units or more by the end of the current quarter, they will receive a [X]% discount on the total order value.
Volume-based discount clause with volume milestone discounts
This version offers milestone-based discounts.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on orders that exceed [Y] units. A [Y]% discount will apply to orders that exceed [Z] units, with discounts applied at each milestone.
Volume-based discount clause with multi-location discount
This version applies a discount based on multi-location orders.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount for orders exceeding [Y] units across multiple locations, provided that all deliveries are made within [Z] days.
Volume-based discount clause with yearly discount for aggregate purchases
This version offers annual discounts based on aggregate purchases.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on the total order value if the total purchases for the year exceed [Y] units, with discounts applied at the end of each fiscal year.
Volume-based discount clause with promotional bulk order pricing
This version includes promotional pricing for bulk orders.
For orders placed during the promotional period, the [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on the unit price for orders exceeding [Y] units, with the promotion valid until [end date].
Volume-based discount clause with upfront bulk payment discount
This version includes a discount for upfront payments.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on orders exceeding [Y] units if the full payment is made upfront at the time of ordering.
Volume-based discount clause with discount for bundled purchases
This version provides discounts for bundled purchases.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount when purchasing [Y] units of Product A and [Z] units of Product B, with the discount applied to the total order value of both products.
Volume-based discount clause with fixed percentage discount for bulk orders
This version offers a fixed percentage discount for bulk orders.
The [Customer] will receive a fixed [X]% discount on any order exceeding [Y] units, regardless of the product mix or total order value.
Volume-based discount clause with seasonal discount
This version offers seasonal discounts.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount for any order exceeding [Y] units placed between [Start Date] and [End Date], applicable only during the specified seasonal period.
Volume-based discount clause with tiered discount based on order history
This version includes tiered discounts based on past orders.
The [Customer] will be eligible for a [X]% discount on any future orders exceeding [Y] units based on previous order history, with the discount rate increasing as the total volume of past purchases grows.
Volume-based discount clause with progressive volume discount by region
This version includes regional volume discounts.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on any order exceeding [Y] units within Region A, with a [Z]% discount applicable for orders in Region B based on regional demand and inventory.
Volume-based discount clause with incentive for early order commitment
This version provides incentives for early commitment.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on orders exceeding [Y] units if they commit to placing their order [Z] months in advance, with the discount applied once the order is placed.
Volume-based discount clause with cap on total discounts
This version includes a cap on total discounts.
The [Customer] may receive a discount of up to [X]% for bulk orders, but the total discount value shall not exceed [Y] dollars, regardless of the order volume.
Volume-based discount clause with promotional buy-one-get-one offer
This version offers a buy-one-get-one offer for volume orders.
For every [Y] units of Product A purchased, the [Customer] will receive an additional unit of Product A at no cost, applicable to bulk orders exceeding [X] units.
Volume-based discount clause with annual pricing adjustment
This version includes an annual pricing adjustment based on volume.
The unit price for bulk orders will be adjusted annually based on the total units purchased in the previous year, with price increases capped at [X]% per year.
Volume-based discount clause with pricing linked to order frequency
This version links discount to order frequency.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on orders exceeding [Y] units per month, with the discount percentage increasing as the order frequency rises within the same month.
Volume-based discount clause with minimum order value for bulk discounts
This version includes a minimum order value for discounts.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount for any bulk order where the total order value exceeds [Y] dollars, and the discount will be applied only if the minimum value is met.
Volume-based discount clause with staggered discount schedule
This version includes staggered discounts.
The [Customer] will receive the following discounts based on order volume: [X]% for [Y] units, [Z]% for [W] units, with discounts applied incrementally based on the volume of units ordered.
Volume-based discount clause with incremental discount for every 100 units
This version provides incremental discounts.
For every 100 units purchased, the [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on the total order value, with the discount applied to every increment of 100 units ordered.
Volume-based discount clause with a conditional discount based on delivery speed
This version adjusts pricing based on delivery speed.
If the [Customer] opts for expedited delivery for an order exceeding [X] units, they will receive a [Y]% discount on the unit price. Standard delivery will not qualify for this discount.
Volume-based discount clause with extended discount for large-volume buyers
This version offers an extended discount for large-volume buyers.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount for the first 500 units purchased, with the discount increasing to [Y]% for any units exceeding 500 units in a single order.
Volume-based discount clause with performance-based discount
This version ties the discount to performance.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on orders exceeding [Y] units if they meet performance targets set by the [Provider] regarding timely order placement, delivery, or usage metrics.
Volume-based discount clause with retroactive discount for past orders
This version includes retroactive discounts.
If the [Customer] places an order exceeding [X] units, they will receive a retroactive discount of [Y]% on previous orders made within the last [Z] months, with the discount applied as a credit toward the next order.
Volume-based discount clause with discount based on cumulative annual purchases
This version offers a discount for annual purchases.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount based on cumulative orders exceeding [Y] units in a calendar year, with the discount applied at the end of the year.
Volume-based discount clause with early bulk purchase incentive
This version provides an incentive for early purchases.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount for placing an order exceeding [Y] units at least [Z] months before the required delivery date.
Volume-based discount clause with no discount for certain product categories
This version excludes certain products from the discount.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on all products exceeding [Y] units, except for products in [Category Z], which will be excluded from any volume-based discounts.
Volume-based discount clause with threshold-based pricing model
This version applies thresholds to pricing.
For orders of [X] units or more, the [Customer] will receive a [Y]% discount on the total order value, but the discount will only apply to the units exceeding the threshold amount.
Volume-based discount clause with discount based on contract length
This version ties the discount to contract length.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on any order exceeding [Y] units, with the discount rate increasing if the [Customer] commits to a contract of [Z] years or more.
Volume-based discount clause with temporary discount for large orders
This version offers a temporary discount.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on any order exceeding [Y] units, valid only for orders placed during the [specified promotional period].
Volume-based discount clause with tiered discounts based on frequency of purchases
This version applies tiered discounts for frequent purchases.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on any order exceeding [Y] units, with the discount percentage increasing if the [Customer] places more than [Z] orders in the same quarter.
Volume-based discount clause with discount for selecting specific payment terms
This version offers a discount for specific payment terms.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on orders exceeding [Y] units if the full payment is made within [Z] days of the order date.
Volume-based discount clause with threshold-based refund
This version includes a refund based on thresholds.
If the [Customer] orders more than [X] units within [Y] days, they will receive a refund of [Z]% of the total order value, applied to future orders placed in the same period.
Volume-based discount clause with cumulative discount for multi-location purchases
This version applies to multiple locations.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on any order exceeding [Y] units if the order is made across multiple locations and the combined total order quantity exceeds [Z] units.
Volume-based discount clause with yearly discount renewal
This version includes a yearly discount renewal.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount for the duration of each year based on the total units ordered in the previous year. The discount rate is reviewed and renewed annually.
Volume-based discount clause with holiday-specific discount
This version includes a holiday discount.
For orders exceeding [X] units placed during the [Holiday] season, the [Customer] will receive a [Y]% discount on the total order value, valid for orders placed between [Start Date] and [End Date].
Volume-based discount clause with performance-based incentives for large orders
This version ties discount to performance incentives.
If the [Customer] places an order exceeding [X] units and meets specified performance metrics (such as timely payment or usage goals), they will receive an additional [Y]% discount on the order.
Volume-based discount clause with seasonal promotional discount
This version offers seasonal discounts.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on orders exceeding [Y] units during the [Season] period, applicable only to products ordered within the promotional timeframe.
Volume-based discount clause with discount linked to environmental criteria
This version ties discounts to environmental criteria.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on orders exceeding [Y] units if the products ordered meet environmental standards as specified in [Schedule X], such as using sustainable materials or production methods.
Volume-based discount clause with discount for long-term purchasing commitment
This version includes a discount for long-term commitments.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on orders exceeding [Y] units if they commit to purchasing a minimum of [Z] units annually for the next [X] years.
Volume-based discount clause with multiple order discount
This version includes discounts for multiple orders.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount for every subsequent order exceeding [Y] units after the first bulk order is placed, with each order eligible for a discount.
Volume-based discount clause with reviewable pricing after each order
This version includes reviewable pricing.
The unit price for all orders exceeding [X] units will be reviewed after each order, and any new pricing will be mutually agreed upon for future orders based on the volume and market conditions.
Volume-based discount clause with discount for orders placed in advance
This version offers discounts for early order placement.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount for any order exceeding [Y] units placed [Z] months in advance of the required delivery date.
Volume-based discount clause with discount for direct-to-store orders
This version includes a discount for direct-to-store orders.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on any order exceeding [Y] units if the order is shipped directly to a store location, as specified in [Schedule X].
Volume-based discount clause with discount for pre-ordered units
This version offers a discount for pre-orders.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount for pre-ordering more than [Y] units of any product, with pre-orders to be fulfilled on the agreed-upon delivery date.
Volume-based discount clause with multi-year volume commitment
This version offers discounts for multi-year commitments.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on all orders exceeding [Y] units per year, provided they commit to purchasing at least [Z] units per year for [X] years.
Volume-based discount clause with regional discount adjustment
This version adjusts the discount based on region.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount for orders exceeding [Y] units, with additional regional discounts applicable based on location-specific costs or market conditions.
Volume-based discount clause with multi-product bundle discount
This version offers discounts for multi-product bundles.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on the total order price for any multi-product bundles that exceed [Y] units, with eligible products listed in [Schedule X].
Volume-based discount clause with staggered discount structure for orders over time
This version offers staggered discounts over time.
For every [Y] units ordered within [Z] months, the [Customer] will receive an incremental [X]% discount on the unit price for each subsequent order placed during that period.
Volume-based discount clause with bulk order discount and shipping credit
This version includes shipping credit with bulk orders.
The [Customer] will receive a [X]% discount on bulk orders exceeding [Y] units, as well as a [Z] dollar shipping credit applicable to the total order value.
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