Expensive Trophies in Malaysia
In Malaysia, the cost of a trophy is influenced by several factors, different to the world mainly due to the type and material.
Here’s a table outlining some factors and their impact on price:
| Type | Estimated Price | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Small Crystal Trophy | RM50-RM120 | A Small Crystal Trophy or Crystal Plaque without base |
| Medium Metal Trophy | RM100-RM500 | Metal Cup Trophies for 1st, 2nd, 3rd places |
| Large Trophy or Sculptures | RM300-RM1,000 | Oscar Trophy, Championship Trophies, Golden Sculpture Trophies |
| Custom Trophy | RM350 and above | Depending on Material used |
| Precious Metal like Gold and Silver | Seasonal | Rarely made in Malaysia |
Why are Trophies expensive in Malaysia?
Trophies may have become expensive but there are reasons.
If these reasons are understand, we can choose an informed decision.
Choose a Company to buy from wisely
| Reason | Factor | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Material Origin | Imported or Local | Imported materials will have import duties and transportation costs added to price |
| Production Cost | Labor costs or skilled crafting | Malaysia labor cost is lower though skilled craftmanship may be higher |
| Market Demand | High or Low and Branding | High Demand and Clazz Trophy Malaysia brand has increasesed prices |
| Custom vs Ready | Customisation or off the shelf trophies | Customization in Malaysia is more expensive than ready made Trophies |
| Sdn Bhd | Tax Rate Percentage | In Malaysia due to taxes, expenses is clawed back for most enterprise increasing prices |
Overall understanding and conclusion
- Comparing to oversea countries, it may be cheaper to buy from in Malaysia due to
- Lower Labor costs
- Government subsidies
- Lower exchange rates if your operating Country is not in Malaysia
- Lower Shipping costs
- Competitive Local Sourcing
To conclude, Trophies may be expensive in Malaysia for certain Companies but if you choose wisely, it is still cheaper overall.
