loppuhinnan

Loppuhinta is a Finnish term used in retail and consumer contracts to denote the final price a customer must pay for a product or service. The word loppuhinnan is the genitive form of loppuhinta and appears in contexts such as price lists and contractual terms. In practice, the loppuhinta represents the total amount due, including value-added tax (VAT) and any mandatory charges that are part of the sale.

Calculation and inclusions can vary by context, but the concept generally encompasses base price plus taxes and compulsory fees such as packaging, delivery, or service charges that are included in the sale price. If certain options or services are chosen (for example, color or version), those selections may affect the loppuhinta, and the final sum should reflect the chosen configuration.

Presentation and transparency are key aspects. The loppuhinta should be clearly communicated to the consumer before purchase, and in both physical stores and online shops, the final price should be visible prior to completing the transaction. In online sales, the consumer typically sees the loppuhinta at checkout, with a breakdown available for any included charges.

Legal and consumer-protection context: price disclosure practices, including the display of loppuhinta, are guided by Finnish consumer protection rules and EU directives on price information. While the exact requirements may vary, the aim is to ensure that customers understand the total amount payable and that prices are not misrepresented. The concept helps distinguish the total payable price from base pricing and optional components.