processing cost; manufacturing cost
Refers to the cost incurred in processing or manufacturing a product, often used in business and accounting contexts.
The processing cost of this product is higher than expected.
We introduced new machinery to reduce manufacturing costs.
材料費 refers to the cost of raw materials, distinct from the processing cost (加工費) incurred to transform them.
Compound of 加工 (processing) and 費 (cost, expense).