This table lists some typical values for Cost of Poor Quality in the manufacturing industry.
| Industry | COPQ as a Percentage of Sales |
|---|---|
| Aircraft engines / engine parts | 5.4 – 6.3 |
| Aircraft parts | 4.5 – 8.6 |
| Aluminum die castings | 5.3 – 7.1 |
| Aluminum extruded products | 4.4 – 7.0 |
| Automotive stampings | 5.3 – 7.0 |
| Engine parts | 5.0 – 7.1 |
| Fasteners | 6.2 – 7.1 |
| Forgings – non-ferrous | 5.9 – 6.9 |
| Mobile homes | 4.8 – 5.3 |
| Motor home / automotive bodies | 4.3 – 5.4 |
| Motor homes | 4.8 – 5.3 |
| Automotive parts / accessories | 6.1 – 8.0 |
| Motorcycles, bicycles / parts | 6.1 – 6.8 |
| Motors / generators | 5.2 – 6.1 |
| Storage batteries | 5.1 – 5.4 |
| Tubes / tires | 6.9 – 8.0 |
| Travel trailers / campers | 4.9 – 5.9 |
| Truck / bus bodies | 4.3 – 5.4 |
