Bottled Water Cost per Bottle and Profit Calculator
Quick answer: Cost per bottle = bottle, cap and label + water + overheads ÷ bottles sold. Packaging is usually the biggest cost per bottle, not the water. Profit per bottle × bottles per month gives monthly profit, and equipment cost ÷ monthly profit gives payback. Sales volume decides everything: overheads spread over more bottles.
Key facts
- Packaging is usually the largest cost per bottle
- Overheads ÷ bottles sold adds to each bottle
- Payback = equipment ÷ monthly profit
- KEBS certification is required to sell
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Bottled Water Calculator
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Where the Costs Come From
- Packaging: bottle (or preform), cap, label and shrink wrap.
- Water: RO production cost per litre (RO cost calculator).
- Overheads: wages, rent, power, delivery, testing and licences.
Approvals
Packaged water must carry KEBS certification before it is sold: KEBS for bottled water.
Equipment
Htech 250LPH RO PURIFIERKSh 290,000
RO Machine 250lph (1 Membrane System)KSh 290,000
Semi Automatic Bottle Washing Machine and Glass Bottle Brushing MachineKSh 110,000
Manual Liquid & Paste Filling MachineKSh 95,000
Automatic Induction Sealing MachinesKSh 260,000
Manual Labelling MachineKSh 50,000
Manual Coding MachinesKSh 25,000| Product | Price |
|---|---|
| Htech 250LPH RO PURIFIER | KSh 290,000 |
| RO Machine 250lph (1 Membrane System) | KSh 290,000 |
| Semi Automatic Bottle Washing Machine and Glass Bottle Brushing Machine | KSh 110,000 |
| Manual Liquid & Paste Filling Machine | KSh 95,000 |
| Automatic Induction Sealing Machines | KSh 260,000 |
| Manual Labelling Machine | KSh 50,000 |
| Manual Coding Machines | KSh 25,000 |
Current listed prices incl. VAT (updated 4 October 2026).
Full setup: bottled water plant setup.
Watch: Starting a water refill business
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to produce a bottle of water in Kenya?
Packaging plus water plus overheads per bottle; use the calculator with your own costs.
Is bottled water business profitable in Kenya?
It can be with steady sales volume and controlled packaging costs; check with the calculator.
What is the biggest cost in bottled water?
Usually the bottle, cap and label.
Do I need KEBS to sell bottled water?
Yes, packaged water needs KEBS certification.