How does the Processing Crush Margin & Spread Analyzer work?

Evaluate processing margins (soybean crush, corn ethanol, oil refinery crack spreads). Enter your physical position data and market parameters, then review the calculated results to inform your hedging decision.

Is this calculator free to use?

Yes. All Commercial Hedging risk calculators are free educational tools designed to help commercial businesses understand their commodity price exposure before consulting with an advisor.

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crush margin calculator

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Model how raw input cost surges compress operating margins when selling prices lag.

Finished Product Selling Price ($/unit)

Raw Material Input Cost ($/unit)

Energy & Freight Costs ($/unit)

Raw Input Price Shock Increase (%)+20%

Gross Margin Impact Breakdown

Current Margin$30.00 (25.0%)

Stressed Margin$15.00 (12.5%)

Margin Erosion Per Unit:-$15.00

Stressed Raw Material Cost:$90.00