Setting up a sari-sari store remains one of the most accessible business ventures in the Philippines. Even with a small starting capital, the right product mix and pricing strategy can generate steady daily income — but the wrong mix can lock up your capital in slow-moving stock.
This guide is the most comprehensive 2026 sari-sari store price list and inventory resource on PinoyNegosyo.net. It covers 293 products across 22 categories, suggested retail prices benchmarked against the DTI Suggested Retail Price (SRP) bulletin, starter inventory baskets for ₱5,000 / ₱10,000 / ₱20,000 / ₱50,000 capital, downloadable PDF and Excel inventory sheets, wholesale supplier sources, and a pricing strategy section that actually explains how to set markups that earn.
Whether you’re launching a new store or improving an existing one, use the lists and tools below to choose the right items, set competitive prices, and build an inventory that actually sells.
- How to choose products for your sari-sari store
- Free downloads: PDF price list + Excel inventory sheet
- Starter inventory by budget (₱5K / ₱10K / ₱20K / ₱50K)
- Fast-moving products list
- Most profitable products list
- Complete sari-sari store price list (22 categories)
- Pricing strategy and markup guide
- Wholesale supplier sources (Philippines)
- Inventory planning & reordering guide
- Frequently asked questions
How to Choose Products for Your Sari-Sari Store
Three questions decide whether a product belongs on your shelf:
1. Which items are in highest demand in your neighborhood?
If your area is far from supermarkets, customers will pay a small premium for convenience. Daily essentials — shampoo sachets, detergent bars, soy sauce, instant noodles, coffee — must always be in stock. Run out of these once and customers will start walking to the next store.
2. Which items are already sold by every competing store?
Popular products may already be everywhere. Look for one or two items competitors don’t carry — pet food sachets, baby wipes, generic medicines, school supplies — to give customers a reason to visit you specifically.
3. Which items are most profitable?
Some products sell slowly but offer higher margins. Tingi (repacked) cooking oil, repacked sugar, branded cigarettes per stick, and digital services (mobile load, GCash cash-in/out) routinely return 15–30% margins. See the most profitable products list below.
Prioritize fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG)
Fast-moving items sell quickly even with small markups, recovering your capital faster and letting you restock more often. Best-selling sari-sari store items like Lucky Me, SkyFlakes, Nescafé 3-in-1, Wilkins water, and Surf powder turn over within days.
Choose items that sell year-round
Your core inventory should be products customers use daily — rice, soy sauce, shampoo, sugar, cooking oil, laundry soap. These guarantee consistent sales regardless of season or pay cycle.
Identify items competitors don’t sell
Beyond FMCG, stock differentiators like nail clippers, cotton balls, razors, pet food sachets, or school supplies. They may not be top sellers but they make your store the preferred stop for specific needs.
Free Downloads: 2026 Sari-Sari Store Price List PDF & Excel Inventory Sheet
Two free resources built specifically for this guide. Save them, print them, share them with your suki.
- 📄 PinoyNegosyo.net 2026 Sari-Sari Store Price List (PDF) — 293 products across 22 categories, wholesale cost vs. suggested retail price, fast-moving flag, regional price-variance flag. Print 1–2 copies for your store.
- 📊 PinoyNegosyo.net 2026 Sari-Sari Store Inventory Sheet (Excel) — Editable template with formulas for stock count, reorder level, markup percentage, and daily sales tracking. Includes worksheets for the four starter baskets, fast-moving items, and a wholesale supplier directory.
Last updated: 2026. Prices are estimates based on DTI SRP, public price lists, and Metro Manila wholesale benchmarks. Always verify with your local supplier before committing capital.
Starter Inventory by Capital (₱5K / ₱10K / ₱20K / ₱50K)
The biggest mistake new sari-sari store owners make is overstocking the wrong items and underbudgeting for transport, packaging, and utilities. The four starter baskets below split your capital into merchandise + operating expenses, so the totals reflect what you can actually launch with — not just shelf inventory.
₱5,000 Starter Inventory (32 SKUs)
Bare-bones village store. Focus on tingi sachets, candies, cigarettes per stick, instant noodles, coffee, and mobile load. Skip frozen and fresh produce until your second restock.
| Category | Product | Units | Cost/Unit | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee | Nescafé 3-in-1 Original (twin pack) | 24 | ₱12.50 | ₱300.00 |
| Coffee | Kopiko Brown Coffee (twin pack) | 12 | ₱13.00 | ₱156.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Milo Sachet (24g) | 12 | ₱11.00 | ₱132.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Bear Brand Milk Powder (33g) | 6 | ₱15.00 | ₱90.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Tang Orange/Mango (19g) | 12 | ₱6.00 | ₱72.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Original (60g) | 24 | ₱14.50 | ₱348.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Beef Mami (55g) | 12 | ₱10.50 | ₱126.00 |
| Canned Goods | Mega Sardines Green (155g) | 6 | ₱22.50 | ₱135.00 |
| Canned Goods | Argentina Corned Beef (175g) | 3 | ₱42.00 | ₱126.00 |
| Biscuits | SkyFlakes Crackers (single pack) | 12 | ₱8.50 | ₱102.00 |
| Biscuits | Hansel Sandwich (single) | 12 | ₱9.00 | ₱108.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Chippy Barbecue (27g) | 12 | ₱8.00 | ₱96.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Oishi Prawn Crackers (small) | 12 | ₱8.00 | ₱96.00 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Maxx Candy (per piece) | 125 | ₱0.55 | ₱68.75 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Choc-Nut (per piece) | 24 | ₱1.50 | ₱36.00 |
| Soft Drinks | Coca-Cola Mismo (295ml) | 12 | ₱16.50 | ₱198.00 |
| Bottled Beverages | Wilkins Pure Water (500ml) | 12 | ₱11.00 | ₱132.00 |
| Condiments | Silver Swan Soy Sauce (200ml) | 3 | ₱12.50 | ₱37.50 |
| Condiments | Silver Swan Vinegar (200ml) | 3 | ₱10.50 | ₱31.50 |
| Condiments | Datu Puti Patis (150ml) | 3 | ₱16.00 | ₱48.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Cooking Oil Sachet/Tingi (50ml) | 12 | ₱12.00 | ₱144.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Magic Sarap (8g sachet) | 12 | ₱5.50 | ₱66.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Iodized Salt Asin (small pack) | 6 | ₱5.50 | ₱33.00 |
| Toiletries | Sunsilk Shampoo Sachet (12ml) | 12 | ₱7.50 | ₱90.00 |
| Toiletries | Safeguard Bar Soap (60g) | 6 | ₱22.00 | ₱132.00 |
| Toiletries | Colgate Toothpaste Sachet (4g) | 24 | ₱4.00 | ₱96.00 |
| Laundry Products | Surf Powder Twin Pack (60g) | 12 | ₱12.50 | ₱150.00 |
| Laundry Products | Downy Fabric Conditioner Sachet | 12 | ₱7.50 | ₱90.00 |
| Household Supplies | Candle, white small (per piece) | 12 | ₱4.00 | ₱48.00 |
| Household Supplies | Matches (per box) | 12 | ₱3.00 | ₱36.00 |
| Household Supplies | Katol Mosquito Coil (per coil) | 12 | ₱2.50 | ₱30.00 |
| Dairy Products | Alaska Evaporated Milk (370ml) | 3 | ₱43.00 | ₱129.00 |
| Total Merchandise Cost | ₱3,482.75 | |||
| + Transport / Logistics | ₱250.00 | |||
| + Packaging (Tingi bags, rubber bands) | ₱120.00 | |||
| + Miscellaneous Buffer | ₱100.00 | |||
| TOTAL CAPITAL REQUIRED | ₱3,952.75 | |||
₱10,000 Starter Inventory (59 SKUs)
Adds breadth — second flavors per category, basic toiletries, fabric softener, more snack SKUs. Introduces a small ice candy line.
| Category | Product | Units | Cost/Unit | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee | Nescafé 3-in-1 Original (twin pack) | 24 | ₱12.50 | ₱300.00 |
| Coffee | Kopiko Brown Coffee (twin pack) | 12 | ₱13.00 | ₱156.00 |
| Coffee | Great Taste White (twin pack) | 12 | ₱12.00 | ₱144.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Milo Sachet (24g) | 12 | ₱11.00 | ₱132.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Bear Brand Milk Powder (33g) | 6 | ₱15.00 | ₱90.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Tang Orange/Mango (19g) | 12 | ₱6.00 | ₱72.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Original (60g) | 24 | ₱14.50 | ₱348.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Chilimansi (60g) | 12 | ₱14.50 | ₱174.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Beef Mami (55g) | 12 | ₱10.50 | ₱126.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Nissin Cup Noodles Seafood (40g) | 6 | ₱21.00 | ₱126.00 |
| Canned Goods | Mega Sardines Green (155g) | 6 | ₱22.50 | ₱135.00 |
| Canned Goods | 555 Sardines (155g) | 3 | ₱21.00 | ₱63.00 |
| Canned Goods | Argentina Corned Beef (175g) | 3 | ₱42.00 | ₱126.00 |
| Canned Goods | Century Tuna Flakes in Oil (155g) | 3 | ₱41.00 | ₱123.00 |
| Biscuits | SkyFlakes Crackers (single pack) | 24 | ₱8.50 | ₱204.00 |
| Biscuits | Hansel Sandwich (single) | 24 | ₱9.00 | ₱216.00 |
| Biscuits | Rebisco Sandwich (single) | 12 | ₱8.50 | ₱102.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Chippy Barbecue (27g) | 24 | ₱8.00 | ₱192.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Oishi Prawn Crackers (small) | 24 | ₱8.00 | ₱192.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Piattos (40g) | 12 | ₱16.00 | ₱192.00 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Maxx Candy (per piece) | 150 | ₱0.55 | ₱82.50 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Choc-Nut (per piece) | 25 | ₱1.50 | ₱37.50 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Cloud 9 Mini | 12 | ₱7.00 | ₱84.00 |
| Soft Drinks | Coca-Cola Mismo (295ml) | 12 | ₱16.50 | ₱198.00 |
| Soft Drinks | Sprite Mismo (295ml) | 12 | ₱16.50 | ₱198.00 |
| Soft Drinks | Royal Tru-Orange Mismo (295ml) | 12 | ₱16.50 | ₱198.00 |
| Bottled Beverages | Wilkins Pure Water (500ml) | 12 | ₱11.00 | ₱132.00 |
| Bottled Beverages | C2 Green Tea (500ml) | 6 | ₱24.00 | ₱144.00 |
| Energy Drinks | Cobra Energy Drink Yellow (240ml) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱216.00 |
| Condiments | Silver Swan Soy Sauce (200ml) | 6 | ₱12.50 | ₱75.00 |
| Condiments | Silver Swan Vinegar (200ml) | 6 | ₱10.50 | ₱63.00 |
| Condiments | Datu Puti Patis (150ml) | 6 | ₱16.00 | ₱96.00 |
| Condiments | UFC Banana Ketchup Pouch (200g) | 6 | ₱20.00 | ₱120.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Cooking Oil Sachet/Tingi (50ml) | 12 | ₱12.00 | ₱144.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Magic Sarap (8g sachet) | 24 | ₱5.50 | ₱132.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Knorr Cube Beef/Pork (single) | 24 | ₱6.00 | ₱144.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Sinigang Mix Sampaloc (22g) | 12 | ₱14.00 | ₱168.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Iodized Salt Asin (small pack) | 12 | ₱5.50 | ₱66.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Brown Sugar (per 1/4 kg) | 3 | ₱20.00 | ₱60.00 |
| Toiletries | Sunsilk Shampoo Sachet (12ml) | 12 | ₱7.50 | ₱90.00 |
| Toiletries | Creamsilk Conditioner Sachet | 12 | ₱8.50 | ₱102.00 |
| Toiletries | Safeguard Bar Soap (60g) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱264.00 |
| Toiletries | Colgate Toothpaste Sachet (4g) | 25 | ₱4.00 | ₱100.00 |
| Toiletries | Modess Sanitary Pad (single) | 12 | ₱8.50 | ₱102.00 |
| Laundry Products | Surf Powder Twin Pack (60g) | 12 | ₱12.50 | ₱150.00 |
| Laundry Products | Ariel Powder Twin Pack (66g) | 12 | ₱13.00 | ₱156.00 |
| Laundry Products | Downy Fabric Conditioner Sachet | 12 | ₱7.50 | ₱90.00 |
| Laundry Products | Surf Bar Soap (Long Bar) | 6 | ₱22.00 | ₱132.00 |
| Household Supplies | Joy Dishwashing Liquid Sachet | 12 | ₱12.00 | ₱144.00 |
| Household Supplies | Candle, white small (per piece) | 24 | ₱4.00 | ₱96.00 |
| Household Supplies | Matches (per box) | 24 | ₱3.00 | ₱72.00 |
| Household Supplies | Katol Mosquito Coil (per coil) | 24 | ₱2.50 | ₱60.00 |
| Household Supplies | Disposable Lighter | 6 | ₱12.00 | ₱72.00 |
| Household Supplies | Eveready Battery AA (pair) | 6 | ₱32.00 | ₱192.00 |
| Dairy Products | Alaska Evaporated Milk (370ml) | 6 | ₱43.00 | ₱258.00 |
| Dairy Products | Alaska Condensed Milk (300ml) | 3 | ₱62.00 | ₱186.00 |
| Dairy Products | Egg (per piece, retail) | 24 | ₱8.00 | ₱192.00 |
| Frozen Products | Ice Candy (per piece, homemade) | 25 | ₱4.00 | ₱100.00 |
| Bread and Bakery Items | Pan de Sal (per piece, local supplier) | 25 | ₱2.50 | ₱62.50 |
| Total Merchandise Cost | ₱8,191.50 | |||
| + Transport / Logistics | ₱500.00 | |||
| + Packaging (Tingi bags, rubber bands) | ₱250.00 | |||
| + Utilities (Electricity, ref/freezer) | ₱400.00 | |||
| + Miscellaneous Buffer | ₱200.00 | |||
| TOTAL CAPITAL REQUIRED | ₱9,541.50 | |||
₱20,000 Starter Inventory (95 SKUs)
Full FMCG store plus a small freezer (hotdogs, ice cream), retail rice, eggs by tray, alcohol/cigarettes per stick, and a digital services kit (load wallet).
| Category | Product | Units | Cost/Unit | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee | Nescafé 3-in-1 Original (twin pack) | 25 | ₱12.50 | ₱312.50 |
| Coffee | Kopiko Brown Coffee (twin pack) | 12 | ₱13.00 | ₱156.00 |
| Coffee | Great Taste White (twin pack) | 12 | ₱12.00 | ₱144.00 |
| Coffee | Nescafé Classic Stick (1.8g) | 12 | ₱3.00 | ₱36.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Milo Sachet (24g) | 12 | ₱11.00 | ₱132.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Bear Brand Milk Powder (33g) | 12 | ₱15.00 | ₱180.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Tang Orange/Mango (19g) | 24 | ₱6.00 | ₱144.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Eight O’Clock Powdered Juice (20g) | 12 | ₱5.50 | ₱66.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Original (60g) | 25 | ₱14.50 | ₱362.50 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Chilimansi (60g) | 12 | ₱14.50 | ₱174.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Sweet & Spicy (60g) | 12 | ₱14.50 | ₱174.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Beef Mami (55g) | 24 | ₱10.50 | ₱252.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Chicken Mami (55g) | 12 | ₱10.50 | ₱126.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Nissin Cup Noodles Seafood (40g) | 12 | ₱21.00 | ₱252.00 |
| Canned Goods | Mega Sardines Green (155g) | 12 | ₱22.50 | ₱270.00 |
| Canned Goods | Mega Sardines Red (155g) | 6 | ₱22.50 | ₱135.00 |
| Canned Goods | 555 Sardines (155g) | 6 | ₱21.00 | ₱126.00 |
| Canned Goods | Argentina Corned Beef (175g) | 6 | ₱42.00 | ₱252.00 |
| Canned Goods | CDO Karne Norte (150g) | 3 | ₱32.00 | ₱96.00 |
| Canned Goods | Century Tuna Flakes in Oil (155g) | 6 | ₱41.00 | ₱246.00 |
| Canned Goods | Del Monte Tomato Sauce Pouch (200g) | 6 | ₱18.00 | ₱108.00 |
| Biscuits | SkyFlakes Crackers (single pack) | 25 | ₱8.50 | ₱212.50 |
| Biscuits | Fita Crackers (single pack) | 12 | ₱8.50 | ₱102.00 |
| Biscuits | Hansel Sandwich (single) | 25 | ₱9.00 | ₱225.00 |
| Biscuits | Rebisco Sandwich (single) | 12 | ₱8.50 | ₱102.00 |
| Biscuits | Fudgee Barr (single) | 12 | ₱8.50 | ₱102.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Chippy Barbecue (27g) | 25 | ₱8.00 | ₱200.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Oishi Prawn Crackers (small) | 25 | ₱8.00 | ₱200.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Piattos (40g) | 12 | ₱16.00 | ₱192.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Nova Multigrain (40g) | 12 | ₱16.00 | ₱192.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Cheese Ring (60g) | 12 | ₱11.00 | ₱132.00 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Maxx Candy (per piece) | 175 | ₱0.55 | ₱96.25 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Choc-Nut (per piece) | 50 | ₱1.50 | ₱75.00 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Cloud 9 Mini | 12 | ₱7.00 | ₱84.00 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Stick-O Junior | 12 | ₱10.00 | ₱120.00 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Mentos (single roll) | 12 | ₱14.00 | ₱168.00 |
| Soft Drinks | Coca-Cola Mismo (295ml) | 20 | ₱16.50 | ₱330.00 |
| Soft Drinks | Sprite Mismo (295ml) | 12 | ₱16.50 | ₱198.00 |
| Soft Drinks | Royal Tru-Orange Mismo (295ml) | 12 | ₱16.50 | ₱198.00 |
| Soft Drinks | Coca-Cola 1.5L PET | 3 | ₱68.00 | ₱204.00 |
| Bottled Beverages | Wilkins Pure Water (500ml) | 24 | ₱11.00 | ₱264.00 |
| Bottled Beverages | C2 Green Tea (500ml) | 12 | ₱24.00 | ₱288.00 |
| Bottled Beverages | Yakult (single bottle) | 12 | ₱8.50 | ₱102.00 |
| Bottled Beverages | Chuckie Choco Drink (250ml) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱216.00 |
| Energy Drinks | Cobra Energy Drink Yellow (240ml) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱216.00 |
| Energy Drinks | Sting Energy (240ml, Red/Gold) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱264.00 |
| Condiments | Silver Swan Soy Sauce (200ml) | 12 | ₱12.50 | ₱150.00 |
| Condiments | Silver Swan Vinegar (200ml) | 12 | ₱10.50 | ₱126.00 |
| Condiments | Datu Puti Patis (150ml) | 12 | ₱16.00 | ₱192.00 |
| Condiments | UFC Banana Ketchup Pouch (200g) | 12 | ₱20.00 | ₱240.00 |
| Condiments | Mang Tomas All-Purpose (small) | 6 | ₱18.00 | ₱108.00 |
| Condiments | Mama Sita’s Oyster Sauce | 6 | ₱9.00 | ₱54.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Cooking Oil Sachet/Tingi (50ml) | 24 | ₱12.00 | ₱288.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Golden Fiesta Cooking Oil (1L) | 2 | ₱145.00 | ₱290.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Magic Sarap (8g sachet) | 25 | ₱5.50 | ₱137.50 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Knorr Cube Beef/Pork (single) | 25 | ₱6.00 | ₱150.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Sinigang Mix Sampaloc (22g) | 12 | ₱14.00 | ₱168.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Iodized Salt Asin (small pack) | 12 | ₱5.50 | ₱66.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Brown Sugar (per 1/4 kg) | 6 | ₱20.00 | ₱120.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | White Sugar (per 1/4 kg) | 6 | ₱22.00 | ₱132.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Rice Sinandomeng (per kilo) | 7 | ₱52.00 | ₱364.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Eggs (per piece, retail) | 25 | ₱8.00 | ₱200.00 |
| Toiletries | Sunsilk Shampoo Sachet (12ml) | 24 | ₱7.50 | ₱180.00 |
| Toiletries | Palmolive Shampoo Sachet | 12 | ₱7.50 | ₱90.00 |
| Toiletries | Creamsilk Conditioner Sachet | 12 | ₱8.50 | ₱102.00 |
| Toiletries | Safeguard Bar Soap (60g) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱264.00 |
| Toiletries | Colgate Toothpaste Sachet (4g) | 50 | ₱4.00 | ₱200.00 |
| Toiletries | Modess Sanitary Pad (single) | 12 | ₱8.50 | ₱102.00 |
| Toiletries | Rexona Deodorant Sachet | 12 | ₱11.00 | ₱132.00 |
| Toiletries | Alcohol 40% Ethyl (250ml) | 6 | ₱32.00 | ₱192.00 |
| Laundry Products | Surf Powder Twin Pack (60g) | 24 | ₱12.50 | ₱300.00 |
| Laundry Products | Ariel Powder Twin Pack (66g) | 12 | ₱13.00 | ₱156.00 |
| Laundry Products | Tide Powder Twin Pack (61g) | 12 | ₱12.50 | ₱150.00 |
| Laundry Products | Downy Fabric Conditioner Sachet | 24 | ₱7.50 | ₱180.00 |
| Laundry Products | Surf Bar Soap (Long Bar) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱264.00 |
| Laundry Products | Zonrox Bleach (250ml) | 6 | ₱18.00 | ₱108.00 |
| Household Supplies | Joy Dishwashing Liquid Sachet | 12 | ₱12.00 | ₱144.00 |
| Household Supplies | Toilet Paper Tissue (per roll) | 12 | ₱14.00 | ₱168.00 |
| Household Supplies | Candle, white small (per piece) | 25 | ₱4.00 | ₱100.00 |
| Household Supplies | Matches (per box) | 25 | ₱3.00 | ₱75.00 |
| Household Supplies | Katol Mosquito Coil (per coil) | 25 | ₱2.50 | ₱62.50 |
| Household Supplies | Disposable Lighter | 12 | ₱12.00 | ₱144.00 |
| Household Supplies | Eveready Battery AA (pair) | 12 | ₱32.00 | ₱384.00 |
| Dairy Products | Alaska Evaporated Milk (370ml) | 8 | ₱43.00 | ₱344.00 |
| Dairy Products | Alaska Condensed Milk (300ml) | 6 | ₱62.00 | ₱372.00 |
| Dairy Products | Egg, large (per tray of 30) | 1 | ₱240.00 | ₱240.00 |
| Frozen Products | Purefoods Tender Juicy Hotdog (1kg) | 1 | ₱235.00 | ₱235.00 |
| Frozen Products | Selecta Cornetto Single | 12 | ₱28.00 | ₱336.00 |
| Frozen Products | Ice Candy (per piece, homemade) | 50 | ₱4.00 | ₱200.00 |
| Bread and Bakery Items | Pan de Sal (per piece, local supplier) | 50 | ₱2.50 | ₱125.00 |
| Bread and Bakery Items | Gardenia Classic White Loaf (600g) | 1 | ₱78.00 | ₱78.00 |
| Baby Products | EQ Diaper Medium (single) | 12 | ₱9.00 | ₱108.00 |
| Baby Products | Baby Wipes (small pack 30s) | 6 | ₱22.00 | ₱132.00 |
| Mobile Load and Digital Services | Smart/TNT Load (per peso) | 150 | ₱0.97 | ₱145.50 |
| Mobile Load and Digital Services | Globe/TM Load (per peso) | 150 | ₱0.97 | ₱145.50 |
| Total Merchandise Cost | ₱16,970.75 | |||
| + Transport / Logistics | ₱1,000.00 | |||
| + Packaging (Tingi bags, rubber bands) | ₱500.00 | |||
| + Utilities (Electricity, ref/freezer) | ₱800.00 | |||
| + Miscellaneous Buffer | ₱400.00 | |||
| TOTAL CAPITAL REQUIRED | ₱19,670.75 | |||
₱50,000 Starter Inventory (141 SKUs)
Full-service neighborhood store: complete frozen line, baby aisle, school supplies, pet food sachets, OTC medicines, multiple beer SKUs, and a 7-day safety stock buffer on every fast-mover.
| Category | Product | Units | Cost/Unit | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee | Nescafé 3-in-1 Original (twin pack) | 50 | ₱12.50 | ₱625.00 |
| Coffee | Kopiko Brown Coffee (twin pack) | 25 | ₱13.00 | ₱325.00 |
| Coffee | Kopiko Blanca (twin pack) | 24 | ₱13.00 | ₱312.00 |
| Coffee | Great Taste White (twin pack) | 25 | ₱12.00 | ₱300.00 |
| Coffee | Great Taste Premium (Trio) | 24 | ₱9.50 | ₱228.00 |
| Coffee | Nescafé Classic Stick (1.8g) | 25 | ₱3.00 | ₱75.00 |
| Coffee | Nescafé Original 50g jar | 3 | ₱95.00 | ₱285.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Milo Sachet (24g) | 25 | ₱11.00 | ₱275.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Bear Brand Milk Powder (33g) | 24 | ₱15.00 | ₱360.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Nido Fortified (33g) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱216.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Ovaltine Sachet (25g) | 12 | ₱9.00 | ₱108.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Tang Orange/Mango (19g) | 50 | ₱6.00 | ₱300.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Eight O’Clock Powdered Juice (20g) | 24 | ₱5.50 | ₱132.00 |
| Powdered Drinks | Hi-C Orange (25g) | 12 | ₱6.50 | ₱78.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Original (60g) | 75 | ₱14.50 | ₱1,087.50 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Chilimansi (60g) | 24 | ₱14.50 | ₱348.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Sweet & Spicy (60g) | 24 | ₱14.50 | ₱348.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Beef Mami (55g) | 50 | ₱10.50 | ₱525.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Chicken Mami (55g) | 24 | ₱10.50 | ₱252.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Nissin Cup Noodles Seafood (40g) | 12 | ₱21.00 | ₱252.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Spaghetti Pasta (500g) | 3 | ₱62.00 | ₱186.00 |
| Instant Noodles | Spaghetti Sauce Pouch (250g) | 6 | ₱35.00 | ₱210.00 |
| Canned Goods | Mega Sardines Green (155g) | 12 | ₱22.50 | ₱270.00 |
| Canned Goods | Mega Sardines Red (155g) | 12 | ₱22.50 | ₱270.00 |
| Canned Goods | 555 Sardines (155g) | 12 | ₱21.00 | ₱252.00 |
| Canned Goods | Ligo Sardines Chili (155g) | 12 | ₱23.00 | ₱276.00 |
| Canned Goods | Argentina Corned Beef (175g) | 12 | ₱42.00 | ₱504.00 |
| Canned Goods | CDO Karne Norte (150g) | 12 | ₱32.00 | ₱384.00 |
| Canned Goods | Argentina Meat Loaf (150g) | 6 | ₱25.00 | ₱150.00 |
| Canned Goods | Century Tuna Flakes in Oil (155g) | 12 | ₱41.00 | ₱492.00 |
| Canned Goods | Purefoods Luncheon Meat (165g) | 3 | ₱88.00 | ₱264.00 |
| Canned Goods | Del Monte Tomato Sauce Pouch (200g) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱216.00 |
| Canned Goods | Del Monte Fruit Cocktail (432g) | 3 | ₱95.00 | ₱285.00 |
| Biscuits | SkyFlakes Crackers (single pack) | 50 | ₱8.50 | ₱425.00 |
| Biscuits | Fita Crackers (single pack) | 25 | ₱8.50 | ₱212.50 |
| Biscuits | M.Y. San Grahams (single) | 12 | ₱9.00 | ₱108.00 |
| Biscuits | Hansel Sandwich (single) | 50 | ₱9.00 | ₱450.00 |
| Biscuits | Rebisco Sandwich (single) | 25 | ₱8.50 | ₱212.50 |
| Biscuits | Cream-O Sandwich (single) | 12 | ₱8.50 | ₱102.00 |
| Biscuits | Fudgee Barr (single) | 12 | ₱8.50 | ₱102.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Chippy Barbecue (27g) | 50 | ₱8.00 | ₱400.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Oishi Prawn Crackers (small) | 50 | ₱8.00 | ₱400.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Piattos (40g) | 24 | ₱16.00 | ₱384.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Nova Multigrain (40g) | 12 | ₱16.00 | ₱192.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | V-Cut Spicy BBQ (60g) | 12 | ₱16.00 | ₱192.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Cheese Ring (60g) | 24 | ₱11.00 | ₱264.00 |
| Chips and Snacks | Boy Bawang (100g) | 6 | ₱22.00 | ₱132.00 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Maxx Candy (per piece) | 450 | ₱0.55 | ₱247.50 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Choc-Nut (per piece) | 150 | ₱1.50 | ₱225.00 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Cloud 9 Mini | 24 | ₱7.00 | ₱168.00 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Stick-O Junior | 12 | ₱10.00 | ₱120.00 |
| Chocolates and Candies | KitKat 2-Finger | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱216.00 |
| Chocolates and Candies | Mentos (single roll) | 12 | ₱14.00 | ₱168.00 |
| Soft Drinks | Coca-Cola Mismo (295ml) | 50 | ₱16.50 | ₱825.00 |
| Soft Drinks | Sprite Mismo (295ml) | 24 | ₱16.50 | ₱396.00 |
| Soft Drinks | Royal Tru-Orange Mismo (295ml) | 24 | ₱16.50 | ₱396.00 |
| Soft Drinks | Mountain Dew Mismo (295ml) | 12 | ₱16.50 | ₱198.00 |
| Soft Drinks | RC Cola Big (1L) | 6 | ₱28.00 | ₱168.00 |
| Soft Drinks | Coca-Cola 1.5L PET | 6 | ₱68.00 | ₱408.00 |
| Bottled Beverages | Wilkins Pure Water (500ml) | 50 | ₱11.00 | ₱550.00 |
| Bottled Beverages | Wilkins Pure Water (1L) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱264.00 |
| Bottled Beverages | C2 Green Tea (500ml) | 12 | ₱24.00 | ₱288.00 |
| Bottled Beverages | Yakult (single bottle) | 25 | ₱8.50 | ₱212.50 |
| Bottled Beverages | Chuckie Choco Drink (250ml) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱216.00 |
| Bottled Beverages | Zesto Juice Box (200ml) | 12 | ₱9.50 | ₱114.00 |
| Energy Drinks | Cobra Energy Drink Yellow (240ml) | 24 | ₱18.00 | ₱432.00 |
| Energy Drinks | Sting Energy (240ml, Red/Gold) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱264.00 |
| Energy Drinks | Gatorade (500ml) | 6 | ₱42.00 | ₱252.00 |
| Condiments | Silver Swan Soy Sauce (200ml) | 12 | ₱12.50 | ₱150.00 |
| Condiments | Silver Swan Soy Sauce (1L) | 3 | ₱55.00 | ₱165.00 |
| Condiments | Silver Swan Vinegar (200ml) | 12 | ₱10.50 | ₱126.00 |
| Condiments | Datu Puti Vinegar (385ml) | 6 | ₱22.00 | ₱132.00 |
| Condiments | Datu Puti Patis (150ml) | 12 | ₱16.00 | ₱192.00 |
| Condiments | UFC Banana Ketchup Pouch (200g) | 12 | ₱20.00 | ₱240.00 |
| Condiments | Mang Tomas All-Purpose (small) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱216.00 |
| Condiments | Mama Sita’s Oyster Sauce | 12 | ₱9.00 | ₱108.00 |
| Condiments | Knorr Liquid Seasoning (130ml) | 3 | ₱52.00 | ₱156.00 |
| Condiments | Bagoong Alamang (small jar) | 3 | ₱35.00 | ₱105.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Cooking Oil Sachet/Tingi (50ml) | 50 | ₱12.00 | ₱600.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Golden Fiesta Cooking Oil (1L) | 6 | ₱145.00 | ₱870.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Palm Cooking Oil (1L) | 3 | ₱135.00 | ₱405.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Magic Sarap (8g sachet) | 50 | ₱5.50 | ₱275.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Knorr Cube Beef/Pork (single) | 50 | ₱6.00 | ₱300.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Sinigang Mix Sampaloc (22g) | 25 | ₱14.00 | ₱350.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Ajinomoto Small Pack | 12 | ₱4.50 | ₱54.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Iodized Salt Asin (small pack) | 24 | ₱5.50 | ₱132.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Brown Sugar (per 1/4 kg) | 12 | ₱20.00 | ₱240.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | White Sugar (per 1/4 kg) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱264.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Rice Sinandomeng (per kilo) | 12 | ₱52.00 | ₱624.00 |
| Cooking Ingredients | Eggs (per piece, retail) | 75 | ₱8.00 | ₱600.00 |
| Toiletries | Sunsilk Shampoo Sachet (12ml) | 50 | ₱7.50 | ₱375.00 |
| Toiletries | Palmolive Shampoo Sachet | 24 | ₱7.50 | ₱180.00 |
| Toiletries | Pantene Shampoo Sachet | 12 | ₱8.00 | ₱96.00 |
| Toiletries | Creamsilk Conditioner Sachet | 24 | ₱8.50 | ₱204.00 |
| Toiletries | Safeguard Bar Soap (60g) | 24 | ₱22.00 | ₱528.00 |
| Toiletries | Bioderm Bar Soap (60g) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱216.00 |
| Toiletries | Silka Papaya Soap (75g) | 12 | ₱35.00 | ₱420.00 |
| Toiletries | Colgate Toothpaste Sachet (4g) | 100 | ₱4.00 | ₱400.00 |
| Toiletries | Modess Sanitary Pad (single) | 24 | ₱8.50 | ₱204.00 |
| Toiletries | Whisper Sanitary Pad (single) | 12 | ₱8.50 | ₱102.00 |
| Toiletries | Rexona Deodorant Sachet | 12 | ₱11.00 | ₱132.00 |
| Toiletries | Alcohol 40% Ethyl (250ml) | 12 | ₱32.00 | ₱384.00 |
| Laundry Products | Surf Powder Twin Pack (60g) | 50 | ₱12.50 | ₱625.00 |
| Laundry Products | Ariel Powder Twin Pack (66g) | 24 | ₱13.00 | ₱312.00 |
| Laundry Products | Tide Powder Twin Pack (61g) | 12 | ₱12.50 | ₱150.00 |
| Laundry Products | Downy Fabric Conditioner Sachet | 50 | ₱7.50 | ₱375.00 |
| Laundry Products | Surf Bar Soap (Long Bar) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱264.00 |
| Laundry Products | Zonrox Bleach (250ml) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱216.00 |
| Household Supplies | Joy Dishwashing Liquid Sachet | 24 | ₱12.00 | ₱288.00 |
| Household Supplies | Toilet Paper Tissue (per roll) | 12 | ₱14.00 | ₱168.00 |
| Household Supplies | Candle, white small (per piece) | 50 | ₱4.00 | ₱200.00 |
| Household Supplies | Matches (per box) | 50 | ₱3.00 | ₱150.00 |
| Household Supplies | Katol Mosquito Coil (per coil) | 50 | ₱2.50 | ₱125.00 |
| Household Supplies | Disposable Lighter | 12 | ₱12.00 | ₱144.00 |
| Household Supplies | Eveready Battery AA (pair) | 12 | ₱32.00 | ₱384.00 |
| Household Supplies | Eveready Battery AAA (pair) | 12 | ₱32.00 | ₱384.00 |
| Household Supplies | Off Lotion Sachet | 12 | ₱9.00 | ₱108.00 |
| Dairy Products | Alaska Evaporated Milk (370ml) | 12 | ₱43.00 | ₱516.00 |
| Dairy Products | Alaska Condensed Milk (300ml) | 12 | ₱62.00 | ₱744.00 |
| Dairy Products | Egg, large (per tray of 30) | 3 | ₱240.00 | ₱720.00 |
| Frozen Products | Purefoods Tender Juicy Hotdog (1kg) | 1 | ₱235.00 | ₱235.00 |
| Frozen Products | CDO Hotdog Classic (1kg) | 1 | ₱215.00 | ₱215.00 |
| Frozen Products | Virginia Tocino (450g) | 3 | ₱95.00 | ₱285.00 |
| Frozen Products | Selecta Ice Cream (1L) | 1 | ₱175.00 | ₱175.00 |
| Frozen Products | Selecta Cornetto Single | 12 | ₱28.00 | ₱336.00 |
| Frozen Products | Ice Candy (per piece, homemade) | 100 | ₱4.00 | ₱400.00 |
| Bread and Bakery Items | Pan de Sal (per piece, local supplier) | 100 | ₱2.50 | ₱250.00 |
| Bread and Bakery Items | Gardenia Classic White Loaf (600g) | 3 | ₱78.00 | ₱234.00 |
| Baby Products | EQ Diaper Medium (single) | 12 | ₱9.00 | ₱108.00 |
| Baby Products | EQ Diaper Large (single) | 12 | ₱10.00 | ₱120.00 |
| Baby Products | Baby Wipes (small pack 30s) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱264.00 |
| Baby Products | Lactum 0-6 / 6-12 Sachet | 12 | ₱28.00 | ₱336.00 |
| School Supplies | Panda Ballpen Black/Blue | 12 | ₱5.00 | ₱60.00 |
| School Supplies | Pencil Mongol No. 2 | 12 | ₱6.00 | ₱72.00 |
| School Supplies | Notebook 80 pages (single) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱216.00 |
| School Supplies | Bond Paper Long (per piece) | 25 | ₱1.50 | ₱37.50 |
| Pet Food | Pedigree Adult Dog Sachet (130g) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱264.00 |
| Pet Food | Whiskas Cat Food Sachet (80g) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱264.00 |
| Mobile Load and Digital Services | Smart/TNT Load (per peso) | 450 | ₱0.97 | ₱436.50 |
| Mobile Load and Digital Services | Globe/TM Load (per peso) | 450 | ₱0.97 | ₱436.50 |
| Mobile Load and Digital Services | DITO Load (per peso) | 150 | ₱0.97 | ₱145.50 |
| Total Merchandise Cost | ₱40,202.50 | |||
| + Transport / Logistics | ₱2,500.00 | |||
| + Packaging (Tingi bags, rubber bands) | ₱1,250.00 | |||
| + Utilities (Electricity, ref/freezer) | ₱2,000.00 | |||
| + Miscellaneous Buffer | ₱1,000.00 | |||
| TOTAL CAPITAL REQUIRED | ₱46,952.50 | |||
Quick Comparison: All Four Starter Baskets
| Capital | SKUs | Merchandise | Operating Buffer | Total Capital |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ₱5,000 | 32 | ₱3,482.75 | ₱470.00 | ₱3,952.75 |
| ₱10,000 | 59 | ₱8,191.50 | ₱1,350.00 | ₱9,541.50 |
| ₱20,000 | 95 | ₱16,970.75 | ₱2,700.00 | ₱19,670.75 |
| ₱50,000 | 141 | ₱40,202.50 | ₱6,750.00 | ₱46,952.50 |
Fast-Moving Sari-Sari Store Products List (2026)
These 105 items turn over within 1–3 days in a typical residential barangay. Stock them deep — running out signals to your suki that they should try another store.
| Category | Product | Wholesale | Suggested SRP | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee | Nescafé 3-in-1 Original (twin pack) | ₱12.50 | ₱16.00 | 22% |
| Coffee | Nescafé Classic Stick (1.8g) | ₱3.00 | ₱5.00 | 40% |
| Coffee | Kopiko Brown Coffee (twin pack) | ₱13.00 | ₱17.00 | 24% |
| Coffee | Kopiko Blanca (twin pack) | ₱13.00 | ₱17.00 | 24% |
| Coffee | Great Taste White (twin pack) | ₱12.00 | ₱16.00 | 25% |
| Powdered Drinks | Milo Sachet (24g) | ₱11.00 | ₱15.00 | 27% |
| Powdered Drinks | Bear Brand Milk Powder (33g) | ₱15.00 | ₱20.00 | 25% |
| Powdered Drinks | Tang Orange/Mango (19g) | ₱6.00 | ₱9.00 | 33% |
| Bottled Beverages | Wilkins Pure Water (500ml) | ₱11.00 | ₱15.00 | 27% |
| Bottled Beverages | Nature’s Spring Water (500ml) | ₱10.00 | ₱14.00 | 29% |
| Bottled Beverages | C2 Green Tea (500ml) | ₱24.00 | ₱30.00 | 20% |
| Bottled Beverages | Zesto Juice Box (200ml) | ₱9.50 | ₱13.00 | 27% |
| Bottled Beverages | Chuckie Choco Drink (250ml) | ₱18.00 | ₱24.00 | 25% |
| Bottled Beverages | Yakult (single bottle) | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | 29% |
| Soft Drinks | Coca-Cola Mismo (295ml) | ₱16.50 | ₱22.00 | 25% |
| Soft Drinks | Coca-Cola Sakto (200ml) | ₱13.00 | ₱18.00 | 28% |
| Soft Drinks | Sprite Mismo (295ml) | ₱16.50 | ₱22.00 | 25% |
| Soft Drinks | Royal Tru-Orange Mismo (295ml) | ₱16.50 | ₱22.00 | 25% |
| Energy Drinks | Cobra Energy Drink Yellow (240ml) | ₱18.00 | ₱24.00 | 25% |
| Energy Drinks | Sting Energy (240ml, Red/Gold) | ₱22.00 | ₱28.00 | 21% |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Original (60g) | ₱14.50 | ₱18.00 | 19% |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Chilimansi (60g) | ₱14.50 | ₱18.00 | 19% |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Sweet & Spicy (60g) | ₱14.50 | ₱18.00 | 19% |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Beef Mami (55g) | ₱10.50 | ₱14.00 | 25% |
| Instant Noodles | Lucky Me! Chicken Mami (55g) | ₱10.50 | ₱14.00 | 25% |
| Instant Noodles | Nissin Cup Noodles Seafood (40g) | ₱21.00 | ₱26.00 | 19% |
| Canned Goods | Mega Sardines Green (155g) | ₱22.50 | ₱28.00 | 20% |
| Canned Goods | Mega Sardines Red (155g) | ₱22.50 | ₱28.00 | 20% |
| Canned Goods | 555 Sardines (155g) | ₱21.00 | ₱26.00 | 19% |
| Canned Goods | Argentina Corned Beef (175g) | ₱42.00 | ₱50.00 | 16% |
| Biscuits | SkyFlakes Crackers (single pack) | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | 29% |
| Biscuits | Fita Crackers (single pack) | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | 29% |
| Biscuits | M.Y. San Grahams (single) | ₱9.00 | ₱13.00 | 31% |
| Biscuits | Hansel Sandwich (single) | ₱9.00 | ₱13.00 | 31% |
| Biscuits | Rebisco Sandwich (single) | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | 29% |
| Chips and Snacks | Piattos (40g) | ₱16.00 | ₱22.00 | 27% |
| Chips and Snacks | Nova Multigrain (40g) | ₱16.00 | ₱22.00 | 27% |
| Chips and Snacks | Chippy Barbecue (27g) | ₱8.00 | ₱12.00 | 33% |
| Chips and Snacks | Oishi Prawn Crackers (small) | ₱8.00 | ₱12.00 | 33% |
| Chips and Snacks | Oishi Pillows (38g) | ₱11.00 | ₱15.00 | 27% |
| Chips and Snacks | Cheese Ring (60g) | ₱11.00 | ₱15.00 | 27% |
| Chocolates and Candies | Maxx Candy (per piece) | ₱0.55 | ₱1.00 | 45% |
| Chocolates and Candies | Snow Bear Candy (per piece) | ₱0.55 | ₱1.00 | 45% |
| Chocolates and Candies | Choc-Nut (per piece) | ₱1.50 | ₱3.00 | 50% |
| Chocolates and Candies | Cloud 9 Mini | ₱7.00 | ₱10.00 | 30% |
| Bread and Bakery Items | Gardenia Classic White Loaf (600g) | ₱78.00 | ₱92.00 | 15% |
| Bread and Bakery Items | Pan de Sal (per piece, local supplier) | ₱2.50 | ₱4.00 | 38% |
| Dairy Products | Alaska Evaporated Milk (370ml) | ₱43.00 | ₱50.00 | 14% |
| Dairy Products | Alaska Condensed Milk (300ml) | ₱62.00 | ₱72.00 | 14% |
| Dairy Products | Egg, large (per tray of 30) | ₱240.00 | ₱270.00 | 11% |
| Dairy Products | Egg (per piece, retail) | ₱8.00 | ₱10.00 | 20% |
| Frozen Products | Purefoods Tender Juicy Hotdog (1kg) | ₱235.00 | ₱270.00 | 13% |
| Frozen Products | CDO Hotdog Classic (1kg) | ₱215.00 | ₱250.00 | 14% |
| Frozen Products | Selecta Ice Cream (1L) | ₱175.00 | ₱210.00 | 17% |
| Frozen Products | Selecta Cornetto Single | ₱28.00 | ₱38.00 | 26% |
| Frozen Products | Ice Candy (per piece, homemade) | ₱4.00 | ₱8.00 | 50% |
| Condiments | Silver Swan Soy Sauce (200ml) | ₱12.50 | ₱16.00 | 22% |
| Condiments | Silver Swan Vinegar (200ml) | ₱10.50 | ₱14.00 | 25% |
| Condiments | Datu Puti Patis (150ml) | ₱16.00 | ₱22.00 | 27% |
| Condiments | UFC Banana Ketchup Pouch (200g) | ₱20.00 | ₱26.00 | 23% |
| Condiments | Mang Tomas All-Purpose (small) | ₱18.00 | ₱25.00 | 28% |
| Cooking Ingredients | Cooking Oil Sachet/Tingi (50ml) | ₱12.00 | ₱16.00 | 25% |
| Cooking Ingredients | Brown Sugar (per 1/4 kg) | ₱20.00 | ₱25.00 | 20% |
| Cooking Ingredients | White Sugar (per 1/4 kg) | ₱22.00 | ₱28.00 | 21% |
| Cooking Ingredients | Iodized Salt Asin (small pack) | ₱5.50 | ₱8.00 | 31% |
| Cooking Ingredients | Magic Sarap (8g sachet) | ₱5.50 | ₱8.00 | 31% |
| Cooking Ingredients | Knorr Cube Beef/Pork (single) | ₱6.00 | ₱9.00 | 33% |
| Cooking Ingredients | Sinigang Mix Sampaloc (22g) | ₱14.00 | ₱18.00 | 22% |
| Cooking Ingredients | Eggs (per piece, retail) | ₱8.00 | ₱10.00 | 20% |
| Cooking Ingredients | Rice Sinandomeng (per kilo) | ₱52.00 | ₱60.00 | 13% |
| Toiletries | Safeguard Bar Soap (60g) | ₱22.00 | ₱28.00 | 21% |
| Toiletries | Sunsilk Shampoo Sachet (12ml) | ₱7.50 | ₱11.00 | 32% |
| Toiletries | Palmolive Shampoo Sachet | ₱7.50 | ₱11.00 | 32% |
| Toiletries | Creamsilk Conditioner Sachet | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | 29% |
| Toiletries | Colgate Toothpaste Sachet (4g) | ₱4.00 | ₱7.00 | 43% |
| Toiletries | Modess Sanitary Pad (single) | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | 29% |
| Toiletries | Whisper Sanitary Pad (single) | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | 29% |
| Toiletries | Rexona Deodorant Sachet | ₱11.00 | ₱15.00 | 27% |
| Toiletries | Alcohol 40% Ethyl (250ml) | ₱32.00 | ₱42.00 | 24% |
| Laundry Products | Surf Powder Twin Pack (60g) | ₱12.50 | ₱17.00 | 26% |
| Laundry Products | Ariel Powder Twin Pack (66g) | ₱13.00 | ₱18.00 | 28% |
| Laundry Products | Tide Powder Twin Pack (61g) | ₱12.50 | ₱17.00 | 26% |
| Laundry Products | Surf Bar Soap (Long Bar) | ₱22.00 | ₱30.00 | 27% |
| Laundry Products | Downy Fabric Conditioner Sachet | ₱7.50 | ₱11.00 | 32% |
| Laundry Products | Zonrox Bleach (250ml) | ₱18.00 | ₱24.00 | 25% |
| Household Supplies | Joy Dishwashing Liquid Sachet | ₱12.00 | ₱16.00 | 25% |
| Household Supplies | Toilet Paper Tissue (per roll) | ₱14.00 | ₱20.00 | 30% |
| Household Supplies | Candle, white small (per piece) | ₱4.00 | ₱7.00 | 43% |
| Household Supplies | Matches (per box) | ₱3.00 | ₱5.00 | 40% |
| Household Supplies | Disposable Lighter | ₱12.00 | ₱20.00 | 40% |
| Household Supplies | Katol Mosquito Coil (per coil) | ₱2.50 | ₱5.00 | 50% |
| Household Supplies | Eveready Battery AA (pair) | ₱32.00 | ₱45.00 | 29% |
| Baby Products | EQ Diaper Medium (single) | ₱9.00 | ₱13.00 | 31% |
| Baby Products | EQ Diaper Large (single) | ₱10.00 | ₱14.00 | 29% |
| Baby Products | Baby Wipes (small pack 30s) | ₱22.00 | ₱32.00 | 31% |
| School Supplies | Panda Ballpen Black/Blue | ₱5.00 | ₱8.00 | 38% |
| School Supplies | HBW Ballpen Black/Blue | ₱6.00 | ₱10.00 | 40% |
| School Supplies | Pencil Mongol No. 2 | ₱6.00 | ₱10.00 | 40% |
| School Supplies | Notebook 80 pages (single) | ₱18.00 | ₱25.00 | 28% |
| Pet Food | Pedigree Adult Dog Sachet (130g) | ₱22.00 | ₱30.00 | 27% |
| Mobile Load and Digital Services | Smart/TNT Load (per peso) | ₱0.97 | ₱1.00 | 3% |
| Mobile Load and Digital Services | Globe/TM Load (per peso) | ₱0.97 | ₱1.00 | 3% |
| Mobile Load and Digital Services | Smart/Globe Promo Load (e.g., GIGA 50) | ₱48.00 | ₱50.00 | 4% |
| Mobile Load and Digital Services | GCash Cash-In Service Fee | ₱0.00 | ₱10.00 | 100% |
| Mobile Load and Digital Services | GCash Cash-Out Service Fee | ₱0.00 | ₱20.00 | 100% |
Most Profitable Sari-Sari Store Products (Top 25 by Margin %)
Margin percentage isn’t the whole story — a 50% margin on a ₱2 candy earns less peso than a 15% margin on a ₱50 corned beef. But on items that also move quickly, high margin compounds fast.
| # | Product | Category | Cost | SRP | Margin % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bond Paper Long (per piece) | School Supplies | ₱1.50 | ₱3.00 | 50% |
| 2 | Coffee-Mate Creamer Sachet (5g) | Powdered Drinks | ₱1.50 | ₱3.00 | 50% |
| 3 | Katol Mosquito Coil (per coil) | Household Supplies | ₱2.50 | ₱5.00 | 50% |
| 4 | Ice Candy (per piece, homemade) | Frozen Products | ₱4.00 | ₱8.00 | 50% |
| 5 | White Rabbit (per piece) | Chocolates and Candies | ₱1.50 | ₱3.00 | 50% |
| 6 | Mik-Mik Powdered Candy | Chocolates and Candies | ₱2.50 | ₱5.00 | 50% |
| 7 | Marbles Bubble Gum (per piece) | Chocolates and Candies | ₱1.00 | ₱2.00 | 50% |
| 8 | Lollipop (Yummy/Sweet Corn) | Chocolates and Candies | ₱1.50 | ₱3.00 | 50% |
| 9 | Choc-Nut (per piece) | Chocolates and Candies | ₱1.50 | ₱3.00 | 50% |
| 10 | Snow Bear Candy (per piece) | Chocolates and Candies | ₱0.55 | ₱1.00 | 45% |
| 11 | Maxx Candy (per piece) | Chocolates and Candies | ₱0.55 | ₱1.00 | 45% |
| 12 | Colgate Toothpaste Sachet (4g) | Toiletries | ₱4.00 | ₱7.00 | 43% |
| 13 | Close-Up Toothpaste Sachet | Toiletries | ₱4.00 | ₱7.00 | 43% |
| 14 | Eraser (single) | School Supplies | ₱4.00 | ₱7.00 | 43% |
| 15 | Brown Envelope Long | School Supplies | ₱4.00 | ₱7.00 | 43% |
| 16 | Candle, white small (per piece) | Household Supplies | ₱4.00 | ₱7.00 | 43% |
| 17 | Pencil Mongol No. 2 | School Supplies | ₱6.00 | ₱10.00 | 40% |
| 18 | HBW Ballpen Black/Blue | School Supplies | ₱6.00 | ₱10.00 | 40% |
| 19 | Matches (per box) | Household Supplies | ₱3.00 | ₱5.00 | 40% |
| 20 | Disposable Lighter | Household Supplies | ₱12.00 | ₱20.00 | 40% |
| 21 | Nescafé Classic Stick (1.8g) | Coffee | ₱3.00 | ₱5.00 | 40% |
| 22 | Spanish Bread (per piece) | Bread and Bakery Items | ₱6.00 | ₱10.00 | 40% |
| 23 | Monay (per piece) | Bread and Bakery Items | ₱6.00 | ₱10.00 | 40% |
| 24 | Cheese Bread (per piece) | Bread and Bakery Items | ₱6.00 | ₱10.00 | 40% |
| 25 | Panda Ballpen Black/Blue | School Supplies | ₱5.00 | ₱8.00 | 38% |
Complete 2026 Sari-Sari Store Price List (22 Categories, 293 Products)
The master list. Wholesale costs reflect typical Metro Manila distributor pricing; suggested SRP applies a 20–30% markup that stays within DTI guidelines for items covered by the BNPC bulletin. Items flagged FAST are fast-movers (1–3 day turnover). Items flagged REGION vary significantly by province — verify with your local supplier.
Coffee
Coffee sachets are the #1 morning seller in most Philippine sari-sari stores. Twin-packs and 3-in-1 sticks turn over fastest.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nescafé 3-in-1 Original (twin pack) | 20 | ₱12.50 | ₱16.00 | FAST |
| Nescafé Classic Stick (1.8g) | 30 | ₱3.00 | ₱5.00 | FAST |
| Kopiko Brown Coffee (twin pack) | 20 | ₱13.00 | ₱17.00 | FAST |
| Kopiko Blanca (twin pack) | 20 | ₱13.00 | ₱17.00 | FAST |
| Great Taste White (twin pack) | 20 | ₱12.00 | ₱16.00 | FAST |
| Great Taste Premium (Trio) | 20 | ₱9.50 | ₱13.00 | |
| San Mig Super Coffee 3-in-1 (twin) | 20 | ₱11.50 | ₱15.00 | |
| Café Puro Black Stick (2g) | 30 | ₱2.50 | ₱4.00 | |
| Nescafé Original 50g jar | 12 | ₱95.00 | ₱115.00 | |
| Birch Tree Coffee Creamer (sachet 25g) | 24 | ₱7.50 | ₱11.00 |
Powdered Drinks
Single-serve juice and chocolate drink sachets sell to kids and yayas all day. Stock cold-water flavors heavily in summer.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milo Sachet (24g) | 20 | ₱11.00 | ₱15.00 | FAST |
| Bear Brand Milk Powder (33g) | 20 | ₱15.00 | ₱20.00 | FAST |
| Nido Fortified (33g) | 20 | ₱18.00 | ₱24.00 | |
| Ovaltine Sachet (25g) | 20 | ₱9.00 | ₱13.00 | |
| Tang Orange/Mango (19g) | 24 | ₱6.00 | ₱9.00 | FAST |
| Eight O’Clock Powdered Juice (20g) | 24 | ₱5.50 | ₱8.00 | |
| Zest-O Powdered (35g, 1L make) | 24 | ₱11.00 | ₱15.00 | |
| Sun-Up Orange Juice (20g) | 24 | ₱5.00 | ₱8.00 | |
| Hi-C Orange (25g) | 24 | ₱6.50 | ₱10.00 | |
| Coffee-Mate Creamer Sachet (5g) | 100 | ₱1.50 | ₱3.00 |
Bottled Beverages
Bottled water, juices, and RTD teas are essential. Margins are small but volume is huge — especially in hot months.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilkins Pure Water (500ml) | 24 | ₱11.00 | ₱15.00 | FAST |
| Wilkins Pure Water (1L) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱30.00 | |
| Nature’s Spring Water (500ml) | 24 | ₱10.00 | ₱14.00 | FAST |
| C2 Green Tea (500ml) | 12 | ₱24.00 | ₱30.00 | FAST |
| Zesto Juice Box (200ml) | 30 | ₱9.50 | ₱13.00 | FAST |
| Del Monte Pineapple Juice (240ml) | 24 | ₱24.00 | ₱32.00 | |
| Minute Maid Pulpy Orange (250ml) | 24 | ₱18.00 | ₱25.00 | |
| Chuckie Choco Drink (250ml) | 24 | ₱18.00 | ₱24.00 | FAST |
| Yakult (single bottle) | 50 | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | FAST |
| Vitamilk Soya (300ml) | 24 | ₱22.00 | ₱28.00 |
Soft Drinks
Coke, Royal, Sprite, and RC remain non-negotiable. Mismo and Sakto sizes give the best per-bottle margin for sari-sari volume.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coca-Cola Mismo (295ml) | 24 | ₱16.50 | ₱22.00 | FAST |
| Coca-Cola Sakto (200ml) | 24 | ₱13.00 | ₱18.00 | FAST |
| Coca-Cola 1.5L PET | 6 | ₱68.00 | ₱85.00 | |
| Sprite Mismo (295ml) | 24 | ₱16.50 | ₱22.00 | FAST |
| Royal Tru-Orange Mismo (295ml) | 24 | ₱16.50 | ₱22.00 | FAST |
| RC Cola Big (1L) | 12 | ₱28.00 | ₱38.00 | |
| RC Cola Small (250ml) | 24 | ₱12.00 | ₱17.00 | |
| Mountain Dew Mismo (295ml) | 24 | ₱16.50 | ₱22.00 | |
| Pop Cola (250ml) | 24 | ₱11.00 | ₱15.00 | |
| Pepsi Mismo (295ml) | 24 | ₱16.50 | ₱22.00 |
Energy Drinks
Energy drinks sell to drivers, construction workers, and night-shift call-center commuters. Higher unit price = higher peso margin.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobra Energy Drink Yellow (240ml) | 24 | ₱18.00 | ₱24.00 | FAST |
| Sting Energy (240ml, Red/Gold) | 24 | ₱22.00 | ₱28.00 | FAST |
| Red Bull (250ml can) | 24 | ₱45.00 | ₱55.00 | |
| Gatorade (500ml) | 12 | ₱42.00 | ₱50.00 | |
| Pocari Sweat (500ml) | 12 | ₱48.00 | ₱58.00 | |
| Lipovitan (100ml) | 24 | ₱16.00 | ₱22.00 | |
| Extra Joss Sachet (4g) | 24 | ₱7.00 | ₱11.00 |
Instant Noodles
Pancit canton is the all-day, all-budget hero. Stock 4–6 flavors plus cup-noodles for office workers and tricycle drivers.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Original (60g) | 24 | ₱14.50 | ₱18.00 | FAST |
| Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Chilimansi (60g) | 24 | ₱14.50 | ₱18.00 | FAST |
| Lucky Me! Pancit Canton Sweet & Spicy (60g) | 24 | ₱14.50 | ₱18.00 | FAST |
| Lucky Me! Beef Mami (55g) | 24 | ₱10.50 | ₱14.00 | FAST |
| Lucky Me! Chicken Mami (55g) | 24 | ₱10.50 | ₱14.00 | FAST |
| Lucky Me! La Paz Batchoy (55g) | 24 | ₱10.50 | ₱14.00 | |
| Payless Xtra Big Pancit Canton | 12 | ₱16.00 | ₱20.00 | |
| Nissin Cup Noodles Seafood (40g) | 12 | ₱21.00 | ₱26.00 | FAST |
| Nissin Yakisoba (109g) | 12 | ₱32.00 | ₱40.00 | |
| Homi Instant Mami | 24 | ₱9.50 | ₱13.00 | |
| Quickchow Pancit Canton | 24 | ₱12.00 | ₱16.00 | |
| Sotanghon (small pack) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱25.00 | |
| Bihon (small pack) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱25.00 | |
| Misua (small pack) | 12 | ₱8.00 | ₱12.00 | |
| Spaghetti Pasta (500g) | 6 | ₱62.00 | ₱75.00 | |
| Spaghetti Sauce Pouch (250g) | 12 | ₱35.00 | ₱42.00 |
Canned Goods
Sardines, corned beef, and tuna are pantry essentials and remittance gifts. DTI SRP applies — don’t price above the bulletin.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Sardines Green (155g) | 10 | ₱22.50 | ₱28.00 | FAST |
| Mega Sardines Red (155g) | 10 | ₱22.50 | ₱28.00 | FAST |
| 555 Sardines (155g) | 10 | ₱21.00 | ₱26.00 | FAST |
| Ligo Sardines Chili (155g) | 10 | ₱23.00 | ₱28.00 | |
| Young’s Town Sardines (155g) | 10 | ₱21.00 | ₱26.00 | |
| Argentina Corned Beef (175g) | 10 | ₱42.00 | ₱50.00 | FAST |
| Purefoods Star Corned Beef (150g) | 10 | ₱36.00 | ₱42.00 | |
| CDO Karne Norte (150g) | 10 | ₱32.00 | ₱38.00 | |
| Argentina Meat Loaf (150g) | 10 | ₱25.00 | ₱30.00 | |
| CDO Liver Spread (85g) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱28.00 | |
| Purefoods Luncheon Meat (165g) | 10 | ₱88.00 | ₱105.00 | |
| Century Tuna Flakes in Oil (155g) | 10 | ₱41.00 | ₱48.00 | |
| 555 Tuna Spanish Style (155g) | 10 | ₱35.00 | ₱42.00 | |
| Del Monte Tomato Sauce Pouch (200g) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱24.00 | |
| Del Monte Fruit Cocktail (432g) | 6 | ₱95.00 | ₱115.00 | |
| Vienna Sausage (small can) | 12 | ₱32.00 | ₱40.00 |
Biscuits
Crackers are merienda staples and ulam-stretchers for cash-strapped households. Shelf life is long — safe to over-stock.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SkyFlakes Crackers (single pack) | 30 | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | FAST |
| Fita Crackers (single pack) | 30 | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | FAST |
| M.Y. San Grahams (single) | 24 | ₱9.00 | ₱13.00 | FAST |
| Hansel Sandwich (single) | 30 | ₱9.00 | ₱13.00 | FAST |
| Rebisco Sandwich (single) | 30 | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | FAST |
| Magic Flakes (single) | 30 | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | |
| Presto Creams (single) | 30 | ₱8.00 | ₱11.00 | |
| Bingo Sandwich (single) | 30 | ₱8.00 | ₱11.00 | |
| Cream-O Sandwich (single) | 30 | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | |
| Fudgee Barr (single) | 24 | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | |
| Eng Bee Tin Hopia (small) | 12 | ₱12.00 | ₱16.00 |
Chips and Snacks
Chichirya turn over fastest right after school dismissal. Stock the ₱10 and ₱20 packs heaviest.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piattos (40g) | 12 | ₱16.00 | ₱22.00 | FAST |
| Nova Multigrain (40g) | 12 | ₱16.00 | ₱22.00 | FAST |
| Chippy Barbecue (27g) | 20 | ₱8.00 | ₱12.00 | FAST |
| Clover Chips (60g) | 20 | ₱14.00 | ₱20.00 | |
| V-Cut Spicy BBQ (60g) | 12 | ₱16.00 | ₱22.00 | |
| Tortillos Cheese (40g) | 12 | ₱14.00 | ₱20.00 | |
| Oishi Prawn Crackers (small) | 30 | ₱8.00 | ₱12.00 | FAST |
| Oishi Pillows (38g) | 24 | ₱11.00 | ₱15.00 | FAST |
| Ding Dong Mixed Nuts (small) | 24 | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | |
| Boy Bawang (100g) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱28.00 | |
| Roller Coaster (60g) | 20 | ₱14.00 | ₱20.00 | |
| Cheese Ring (60g) | 20 | ₱11.00 | ₱15.00 | FAST |
| Mr. Chips (60g) | 20 | ₱14.00 | ₱20.00 | |
| Marty’s Cracklin’ (90g) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱28.00 | |
| Mang Juan (60g) | 20 | ₱11.00 | ₱15.00 |
Chocolates and Candies
Tingi candies (₱1 each) drive impulse purchases and round out change. Chocolate bars sell heaviest before payday.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maxx Candy (per piece) | 100 | ₱0.55 | ₱1.00 | FAST |
| Snow Bear Candy (per piece) | 100 | ₱0.55 | ₱1.00 | FAST |
| Mentos (single roll) | 24 | ₱14.00 | ₱18.00 | |
| Choc-Nut (per piece) | 100 | ₱1.50 | ₱3.00 | FAST |
| Cloud 9 Mini | 24 | ₱7.00 | ₱10.00 | FAST |
| Stick-O Junior | 24 | ₱10.00 | ₱15.00 | |
| KitKat 2-Finger | 24 | ₱18.00 | ₱25.00 | |
| Hershey’s Kisses (per piece) | 100 | ₱4.00 | ₱6.00 | |
| Toblerone Tiny | 24 | ₱22.00 | ₱30.00 | |
| White Rabbit (per piece) | 100 | ₱1.50 | ₱3.00 | |
| Goya Chocolate Bar (35g) | 24 | ₱18.00 | ₱25.00 | |
| Mik-Mik Powdered Candy | 50 | ₱2.50 | ₱5.00 | |
| Marbles Bubble Gum (per piece) | 100 | ₱1.00 | ₱2.00 | |
| Lollipop (Yummy/Sweet Corn) | 100 | ₱1.50 | ₱3.00 |
Bread and Bakery Items
Pan de sal is the morning anchor — partner with a local bakery for daily delivery. Loaf bread sells through the day.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gardenia Classic White Loaf (600g) | 6 | ₱78.00 | ₱92.00 | FAST |
| Gardenia Whole Wheat (450g) | 6 | ₱88.00 | ₱105.00 | |
| Pan de Sal (per piece, local supplier) | 100 | ₱2.50 | ₱4.00 | FAST REGIONAL |
| Monay (per piece) | 50 | ₱6.00 | ₱10.00 | REGIONAL |
| Spanish Bread (per piece) | 50 | ₱6.00 | ₱10.00 | REGIONAL |
| Ensaymada (per piece) | 24 | ₱12.00 | ₱18.00 | REGIONAL |
| Bread Pan (Lemon/Pinipig) | 24 | ₱9.00 | ₱13.00 | |
| Loaf Bread Tasty (450g) | 6 | ₱65.00 | ₱80.00 | |
| Cheese Bread (per piece) | 30 | ₱6.00 | ₱10.00 | REGIONAL |
Dairy Products
Evap and condensed milk power Filipino kitchens. Stock both per-can and tingi/repacked.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Evaporated Milk (370ml) | 12 | ₱43.00 | ₱50.00 | FAST |
| Alaska Condensed Milk (300ml) | 12 | ₱62.00 | ₱72.00 | FAST |
| Carnation Evaporada (370ml) | 12 | ₱45.00 | ₱52.00 | |
| Liberty Condensada (300ml) | 12 | ₱60.00 | ₱70.00 | |
| Magnolia Fresh Milk (1L) | 6 | ₱110.00 | ₱130.00 | |
| Cheez Whiz Pouch (220g) | 6 | ₱78.00 | ₱95.00 | |
| Quickmelt Cheese (165g) | 6 | ₱78.00 | ₱95.00 | |
| Eden Cheese (165g block) | 6 | ₱78.00 | ₱95.00 | |
| Anchor Butter (small) | 6 | ₱95.00 | ₱115.00 | |
| Egg, large (per tray of 30) | 1 | ₱240.00 | ₱270.00 | FAST REGIONAL |
| Egg (per piece, retail) | 30 | ₱8.00 | ₱10.00 | FAST REGIONAL |
Frozen Products
Hotdogs and tocino move best around breakfast and weekend. Requires a working freezer — add ~₱800/mo electricity buffer.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purefoods Tender Juicy Hotdog (1kg) | 4 | ₱235.00 | ₱270.00 | FAST |
| CDO Hotdog Classic (1kg) | 4 | ₱215.00 | ₱250.00 | FAST |
| Virginia Tocino (450g) | 6 | ₱95.00 | ₱115.00 | |
| Pampanga’s Best Longganisa (250g) | 6 | ₱80.00 | ₱98.00 | |
| Magnolia Chicken Nuggets (200g) | 6 | ₱95.00 | ₱115.00 | |
| Selecta Ice Cream (1L) | 4 | ₱175.00 | ₱210.00 | FAST |
| Selecta Cornetto Single | 24 | ₱28.00 | ₱38.00 | FAST |
| Magnum Mini (single) | 12 | ₱38.00 | ₱50.00 | |
| Frozen Bangus (per piece) | 6 | ₱65.00 | ₱85.00 | REGIONAL |
| Ice Candy (per piece, homemade) | 50 | ₱4.00 | ₱8.00 | FAST REGIONAL |
Condiments
Toyo, suka, patis, and ketchup — bought weekly by every kitchen. Tingi/repack drives the highest peso margin.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Swan Soy Sauce (200ml) | 12 | ₱12.50 | ₱16.00 | FAST |
| Silver Swan Soy Sauce (1L) | 6 | ₱55.00 | ₱70.00 | |
| Datu Puti Soy Sauce (200ml) | 12 | ₱12.50 | ₱16.00 | |
| Silver Swan Vinegar (200ml) | 12 | ₱10.50 | ₱14.00 | FAST |
| Datu Puti Vinegar (385ml) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱28.00 | |
| Datu Puti Patis (150ml) | 12 | ₱16.00 | ₱22.00 | FAST |
| UFC Banana Ketchup Pouch (200g) | 12 | ₱20.00 | ₱26.00 | FAST |
| Del Monte Ketchup Pouch (200g) | 12 | ₱28.00 | ₱36.00 | |
| Mang Tomas All-Purpose (small) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱25.00 | FAST |
| Mama Sita’s Oyster Sauce | 12 | ₱9.00 | ₱13.00 | |
| Knorr Liquid Seasoning (130ml) | 12 | ₱52.00 | ₱65.00 | |
| Heinz Mayonnaise (small pouch) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱25.00 | |
| Lady’s Choice Sandwich Spread (small) | 6 | ₱38.00 | ₱48.00 | |
| Bagoong Alamang (small jar) | 6 | ₱35.00 | ₱45.00 | REGIONAL |
| Tabasco-Style Hot Sauce (small) | 12 | ₱32.00 | ₱42.00 |
Cooking Ingredients
Cooking oil tingi (sachet) is the highest-volume item after rice. Sugar and salt sell daily — stock both per-kilo and repacked.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooking Oil Sachet/Tingi (50ml) | 24 | ₱12.00 | ₱16.00 | FAST |
| Golden Fiesta Cooking Oil (1L) | 6 | ₱145.00 | ₱170.00 | |
| Palm Cooking Oil (1L) | 6 | ₱135.00 | ₱160.00 | |
| Brown Sugar (per 1/4 kg) | 1 | ₱20.00 | ₱25.00 | FAST |
| White Sugar (per 1/4 kg) | 1 | ₱22.00 | ₱28.00 | FAST |
| Iodized Salt Asin (small pack) | 24 | ₱5.50 | ₱8.00 | FAST |
| Magic Sarap (8g sachet) | 50 | ₱5.50 | ₱8.00 | FAST |
| Knorr Cube Beef/Pork (single) | 50 | ₱6.00 | ₱9.00 | FAST |
| Sinigang Mix Sampaloc (22g) | 30 | ₱14.00 | ₱18.00 | FAST |
| Ajinomoto Small Pack | 30 | ₱4.50 | ₱7.00 | |
| Paminta Powder (small) | 24 | ₱5.00 | ₱8.00 | |
| Bawang (per head, retail) | 1 | ₱8.00 | ₱12.00 | REGIONAL |
| Sibuyas Bombay (per piece) | 1 | ₱8.00 | ₱12.00 | REGIONAL |
| Garlic Powder (small) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱25.00 | |
| Star Margarine 100g | 12 | ₱38.00 | ₱48.00 | |
| Flour All-Purpose (1/4 kg) | 1 | ₱18.00 | ₱25.00 | |
| Baking Powder (small) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱30.00 | |
| Eggs (per piece, retail) | 30 | ₱8.00 | ₱10.00 | FAST |
| Rice Sinandomeng (per kilo) | 25 | ₱52.00 | ₱60.00 | FAST REGIONAL |
| Rice Dinorado (per kilo) | 25 | ₱62.00 | ₱72.00 | REGIONAL |
Toiletries
Shampoo, soap, and toothpaste sachets are payday-cycle staples. Sachet margins are 30%+ when repacked correctly.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safeguard Bar Soap (60g) | 24 | ₱22.00 | ₱28.00 | FAST |
| Bioderm Bar Soap (60g) | 24 | ₱18.00 | ₱24.00 | |
| Silka Papaya Soap (75g) | 24 | ₱35.00 | ₱45.00 | |
| Sunsilk Shampoo Sachet (12ml) | 24 | ₱7.50 | ₱11.00 | FAST |
| Palmolive Shampoo Sachet | 24 | ₱7.50 | ₱11.00 | FAST |
| Pantene Shampoo Sachet | 24 | ₱8.00 | ₱12.00 | |
| Creamsilk Conditioner Sachet | 24 | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | FAST |
| Colgate Toothpaste Sachet (4g) | 50 | ₱4.00 | ₱7.00 | FAST |
| Colgate Toothpaste 75g Tube | 12 | ₱35.00 | ₱45.00 | |
| Close-Up Toothpaste Sachet | 50 | ₱4.00 | ₱7.00 | |
| Toothbrush (single, generic) | 24 | ₱12.00 | ₱18.00 | |
| Modess Sanitary Pad (single) | 24 | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | FAST |
| Whisper Sanitary Pad (single) | 24 | ₱8.50 | ₱12.00 | FAST |
| Rexona Deodorant Sachet | 24 | ₱11.00 | ₱15.00 | FAST |
| Bench Cologne (small) | 12 | ₱38.00 | ₱50.00 | |
| Baby Powder Small (50g) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱30.00 | |
| Cotton Buds (small pack) | 24 | ₱10.00 | ₱15.00 | |
| Cotton Balls (small pack) | 24 | ₱12.00 | ₱18.00 | |
| Razor Disposable (single) | 24 | ₱12.00 | ₱18.00 | |
| Alcohol 40% Ethyl (250ml) | 12 | ₱32.00 | ₱42.00 | FAST |
| Hand Sanitizer (small) | 12 | ₱25.00 | ₱35.00 |
Laundry Products
Powder sachets, fabcon, and bar soap are weekly purchases. Twin-packs give better margin than single sachets.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surf Powder Twin Pack (60g) | 24 | ₱12.50 | ₱17.00 | FAST |
| Ariel Powder Twin Pack (66g) | 24 | ₱13.00 | ₱18.00 | FAST |
| Tide Powder Twin Pack (61g) | 24 | ₱12.50 | ₱17.00 | FAST |
| Breeze Powder Twin Pack | 24 | ₱11.50 | ₱16.00 | |
| Wings Powder Twin Pack | 24 | ₱9.00 | ₱13.00 | |
| Surf Bar Soap (Long Bar) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱30.00 | FAST |
| Pride Detergent Bar | 12 | ₱8.00 | ₱12.00 | |
| Champion Detergent Bar | 12 | ₱9.00 | ₱13.00 | |
| Downy Fabric Conditioner Sachet | 24 | ₱7.50 | ₱11.00 | FAST |
| Surf Fabric Conditioner Sachet | 24 | ₱7.50 | ₱11.00 | |
| Del Rosa Fabric Conditioner (1L) | 6 | ₱52.00 | ₱65.00 | |
| Zonrox Bleach (250ml) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱24.00 | FAST |
| Zonrox Color Safe (500ml) | 12 | ₱38.00 | ₱50.00 | |
| Ariel Liquid Detergent Sachet | 24 | ₱8.00 | ₱12.00 |
Household Supplies
The miscellaneous category that quietly drives traffic — candles during brownouts, matches and katol every evening.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joy Dishwashing Liquid Sachet | 24 | ₱12.00 | ₱16.00 | FAST |
| Joy Dishwashing Liquid (250ml) | 12 | ₱45.00 | ₱58.00 | |
| Scotch-Brite Scouring Pad | 24 | ₱15.00 | ₱22.00 | |
| Steel Wool (per pack) | 24 | ₱8.00 | ₱12.00 | |
| Domex Toilet Cleaner (small) | 12 | ₱42.00 | ₱52.00 | |
| Lysol Disinfectant Spray (small) | 12 | ₱95.00 | ₱120.00 | |
| Glade Air Freshener (small) | 12 | ₱75.00 | ₱95.00 | |
| Toilet Paper Tissue (per roll) | 24 | ₱14.00 | ₱20.00 | FAST |
| Paper Towel (single roll) | 12 | ₱32.00 | ₱45.00 | |
| Candle, white small (per piece) | 50 | ₱4.00 | ₱7.00 | FAST |
| Matches (per box) | 100 | ₱3.00 | ₱5.00 | FAST |
| Disposable Lighter | 24 | ₱12.00 | ₱20.00 | FAST |
| Katol Mosquito Coil (per coil) | 50 | ₱2.50 | ₱5.00 | FAST |
| Off Lotion Sachet | 24 | ₱9.00 | ₱12.00 | |
| Baygon Spray (small) | 6 | ₱95.00 | ₱120.00 | |
| Eveready Battery AA (pair) | 24 | ₱32.00 | ₱45.00 | FAST |
| Eveready Battery AAA (pair) | 24 | ₱32.00 | ₱45.00 | |
| Plastic Cup (pack of 50) | 12 | ₱27.00 | ₱38.00 | |
| Plastic Spoon & Fork (pack) | 12 | ₱27.00 | ₱38.00 | |
| Plastic Bag (per bundle) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱28.00 | |
| Aluminum Foil (small roll) | 12 | ₱35.00 | ₱48.00 | |
| Clothes Hanger (per piece) | 50 | ₱5.00 | ₱8.00 |
Baby Products
Diapers and baby wipes are recession-proof — parents buy even when budgets are tight. Stock by size, not just brand.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQ Diaper Medium (single) | 24 | ₱9.00 | ₱13.00 | FAST |
| EQ Diaper Large (single) | 24 | ₱10.00 | ₱14.00 | FAST |
| Pampers Baby-Dry Medium (single) | 24 | ₱12.00 | ₱16.00 | |
| Huggies Dry Medium (single) | 24 | ₱11.00 | ₱15.00 | |
| Cycles Baby Detergent Sachet | 24 | ₱9.00 | ₱13.00 | |
| Johnson’s Baby Powder (50g) | 12 | ₱32.00 | ₱42.00 | |
| Johnson’s Baby Shampoo (50ml) | 12 | ₱38.00 | ₱50.00 | |
| Johnson’s Baby Cologne (small) | 12 | ₱45.00 | ₱58.00 | |
| Baby Wipes (small pack 30s) | 12 | ₱22.00 | ₱32.00 | FAST |
| Lactum 0-6 / 6-12 Sachet | 24 | ₱28.00 | ₱38.00 | |
| Promil Gold Sachet | 24 | ₱32.00 | ₱42.00 | |
| Bonna Sachet | 24 | ₱28.00 | ₱38.00 | |
| Feeding Bottle (small) | 12 | ₱65.00 | ₱85.00 | |
| Pacifier (single) | 12 | ₱35.00 | ₱50.00 |
School Supplies
Spike inventory two weeks before classes open (early June) and during exam season. Pens and notebooks sell year-round.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panda Ballpen Black/Blue | 50 | ₱5.00 | ₱8.00 | FAST |
| HBW Ballpen Black/Blue | 50 | ₱6.00 | ₱10.00 | FAST |
| Pilot Pen (single) | 24 | ₱22.00 | ₱30.00 | |
| Pencil Mongol No. 2 | 50 | ₱6.00 | ₱10.00 | FAST |
| Eraser (single) | 50 | ₱4.00 | ₱7.00 | |
| Pencil Sharpener (single) | 24 | ₱8.00 | ₱12.00 | |
| Notebook 80 pages (single) | 30 | ₱18.00 | ₱25.00 | FAST |
| Spiral Notebook 80 lvs | 24 | ₱28.00 | ₱38.00 | |
| Yellow Pad Paper (50s) | 24 | ₱35.00 | ₱48.00 | |
| Bond Paper Long (per piece) | 100 | ₱1.50 | ₱3.00 | |
| Ruler 12-inch | 24 | ₱12.00 | ₱18.00 | |
| Scissors (small) | 12 | ₱25.00 | ₱38.00 | |
| Glue Stick (small) | 24 | ₱12.00 | ₱18.00 | |
| Elmer’s Glue (small) | 24 | ₱18.00 | ₱25.00 | |
| Crayons 8 colors | 24 | ₱35.00 | ₱48.00 | |
| Pentel Pen (single) | 24 | ₱28.00 | ₱38.00 | |
| Folder Plastic (single) | 24 | ₱9.00 | ₱14.00 | |
| Brown Envelope Long | 50 | ₱4.00 | ₱7.00 | |
| Index Card 3×5 (per pack) | 12 | ₱18.00 | ₱25.00 | |
| Manila Paper (single sheet) | 50 | ₱5.00 | ₱8.00 |
Pet Food
Newer category for sari-sari stores but growing fast — urban barangays especially. Stock dry kibble in sachets.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pedigree Adult Dog Sachet (130g) | 24 | ₱22.00 | ₱30.00 | FAST NEW |
| Pedigree Puppy Sachet (130g) | 24 | ₱24.00 | ₱32.00 | NEW |
| Vitality Adult Dog Sachet | 24 | ₱18.00 | ₱26.00 | NEW |
| Aozi Premium Dog (sachet) | 24 | ₱16.00 | ₱24.00 | NEW |
| Whiskas Cat Food Sachet (80g) | 24 | ₱22.00 | ₱30.00 | NEW |
| Friskies Cat Food Sachet | 24 | ₱18.00 | ₱26.00 | NEW |
| Vitakraft Bird Seed (small) | 6 | ₱65.00 | ₱85.00 | |
| Cat Litter (1kg pack) | 6 | ₱55.00 | ₱75.00 | NEW |
Mobile Load and Digital Services
The fastest-growing revenue line for modern sari-sari stores. Mobile load, e-load, GCash cash-in/out, and bills payment turn your store into a mini-bank with near-zero inventory cost.
| Product | Pack Qty | Wholesale Cost | Suggested SRP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart/TNT Load (per peso) | 1 | ₱0.97 | ₱1.00 | FAST NEW |
| Globe/TM Load (per peso) | 1 | ₱0.97 | ₱1.00 | FAST NEW |
| DITO Load (per peso) | 1 | ₱0.97 | ₱1.00 | NEW |
| Smart/Globe Promo Load (e.g., GIGA 50) | 1 | ₱48.00 | ₱50.00 | FAST |
| GCash Cash-In Service Fee | 1 | ₱0.00 | ₱10.00 | FAST NEW |
| GCash Cash-Out Service Fee | 1 | ₱0.00 | ₱20.00 | FAST NEW |
| Bills Payment Service Fee (Meralco, water) | 1 | ₱0.00 | ₱15.00 | NEW |
| Cignal/SatLite Load | 1 | ₱95.00 | ₱100.00 | |
| ML Diamonds / Game Pin (small) | 1 | ₱95.00 | ₱105.00 | NEW |
| Sim Card (per piece, Smart/Globe/DITO) | 12 | ₱35.00 | ₱50.00 | NEW |
Sari-Sari Store Pricing Strategy & Markup Guide
A common mistake is applying the same markup percentage to every category. Fast-movers, controlled-price staples, and tingi (repacked) items each follow different rules.
The four pricing tiers
| Tier | Examples | Typical Markup |
|---|---|---|
| DTI-regulated essentials | Mega/555 sardines, Lucky Me, Argentina corned beef, Bear Brand | 15–20% (stay at/below DTI SRP) |
| FMCG fast-movers | Coffee sachets, Milo, shampoo sachets, Surf powder | 20–30% |
| Tingi / repacked | Cooking oil sachet, repacked sugar, salt, vinegar, soy sauce | 25–40% |
| Impulse / per-piece | Maxx candy, Choc-Nut, cigarettes per stick, candles, matches | 40–80% |
The “convenience premium” rule
The further your store is from a supermarket or wholesaler, the more your customers value convenience. In remote barangays, a 30–50% premium on impulse items is normal. In urban areas crowded with competing stores, drop to 15–25% on the same items and win on availability instead.
Three pricing pitfalls to avoid
- Pricing above DTI SRP on regulated items. Sardines, evap milk, coffee, and laundry powder are on the BNPC bulletin. Customers complain to DTI and you risk a visit from a regulator.
- Forgetting hidden costs. Transport, repacking, electricity for cold drinks, and spoilage shave 5–10% off your gross margin. Bake those into your markup, not your goodwill.
- Never raising prices. When suppliers raise wholesale by ₱2, your selling price must move too. Review prices weekly — not yearly.
For a deeper treatment of pricing decisions, read our complete sari-sari store pricing strategy guide.
Wholesale Supplier Sources in the Philippines
Where you buy determines whether you actually profit. Five reliable channel types:
1. Distributors and direct suppliers
- Universal Robina Corporation (URC) — Jack n Jill, C2, Great Taste. Has area distributors in most cities. urc.com.ph
- Monde Nissin — Lucky Me, SkyFlakes, Fita. Local distributor list at mondenissin.com
- Nestlé Philippines — Nescafé, Milo, Bear Brand. Contact Nestlé Direct or the nearest distributor.
- Unilever Philippines — Surf, Sunsilk, Closeup, Knorr.
- Procter & Gamble Philippines — Ariel, Tide, Pampers, Pantene.
2. Cash-and-carry wholesale chains
- MerryMart Wholesale — merrymartwholesale.com (Metro Manila + provinces)
- S&R Membership Shopping — Best for bulk canned goods, frozen, paper products.
- Puregold Tindahan ni Aling Puring (TNAP) — Discount program for sari-sari store owners. Apply in-store.
- SM Hypermarket — Reliable for emergency restock, slightly higher than dedicated wholesalers.
3. Wet markets and bagsakan
Divisoria (Manila), Baclaran, and Cartimar are still unbeatable for candies, school supplies, toys, and seasonal items. Go early (5–7am) for best prices and stock.
4. Online B2B platforms
- Peddlr Wholesale — App-based wholesale for sari-sari store owners. peddlr.io
- Lazada Wholesale / Shopee Bulk — Useful for non-perishables and niche items not stocked by local distributors.
5. Cooperative and government channels
- DTI Negosyo Center — Free business advisory, occasional sari-sari starter kits. Find your nearest center at dti.gov.ph/negosyo
- Local cooperative (kooperatiba) — Member rates on rice, sugar, and basic groceries. Ask your barangay.
Inventory Planning & Reordering Guide
Set a reorder level for every fast-mover
Reorder level = average daily sales × restocking lead-time (in days) + safety stock. For Lucky Me pancit canton selling 6 packs a day, with a 2-day lead time from your distributor and 3-day safety stock, your reorder level is 30 packs. When stock drops to 30, place the order — don’t wait until you run out.
The three-shelf system
- Front shelf (eye level): Fast-movers and impulse items. Coffee, snacks, candies, mobile load list.
- Middle shelf: Daily essentials customers ask for by name. Soy sauce, vinegar, toothpaste, shampoo.
- Back shelf / behind counter: High-value, theft-prone items. Cigarettes, alcohol, baby formula, batteries.
Weekly inventory rhythm
- Sunday evening: Count fast-movers. Anything under reorder level goes on Monday’s order list.
- Monday: Place orders with distributors. Pick up Divisoria items if needed.
- Wednesday: Mid-week spot-check on candies, cigarettes, and load wallet balance.
- Saturday: Full physical count, reconcile with sales logbook, identify slow-movers for clearance.
Spoilage and shrinkage
Frozen and dairy spoilage typically eats 3–5% of those category margins. Cigarettes, baby formula, and battery shrinkage (theft) can eat another 2–3% if unsecured. Build these into your markup, and lock your highest-value stock behind the counter.
For a deeper inventory walkthrough, see our guide to managing sari-sari store inventory without losing money.
Frequently Asked Questions: Sari-Sari Store Price List & Inventory
1. What is the typical sari-sari store price list in the Philippines in 2026?
A typical 2026 sari-sari store carries 100–300 SKUs across 15–22 categories: coffee, instant noodles, canned goods, snacks, beverages, condiments, cooking ingredients, toiletries, laundry, household supplies, baby products, school supplies, and digital services (mobile load, GCash). Suggested retail prices range from ₱1 (per-piece candy) to ₱270+ (1kg hotdog pack), with most fast-moving items priced between ₱5 and ₱50.
2. How much capital do I need to start a sari-sari store?
Three realistic capital tiers in 2026: ₱5,000 for a bare-bones village store (~30 SKUs, no freezer), ₱10,000–₱20,000 for a balanced FMCG store with limited frozen and rice, and ₱50,000+ for a full-service neighborhood store with baby aisle, school supplies, frozen line, and digital services. See the starter inventory baskets above for an itemized breakdown.
3. What are the fastest-moving products in a sari-sari store?
Top fast-movers in 2026: Lucky Me Pancit Canton, Nescafé 3-in-1, Wilkins/Nature’s Spring water, Coke/Royal/Sprite Mismo, Surf/Tide twin-pack powder, Sunsilk/Palmolive shampoo sachets, Colgate toothpaste sachets, Safeguard bar soap, Mega/555 sardines, Argentina corned beef, SkyFlakes/Fita crackers, candles, matches, katol, mobile load, and pan de sal (with a local bakery partner).
4. What are the most profitable items in a sari-sari store?
High-margin items include cigarettes per stick (60–80% margin), candies sold per piece (50%+), tingi (repacked) cooking oil and sugar (25–40%), digital service fees (cash-in/out, bills payment), and beverages bought in bulk and sold at single-bottle price. See the top 25 most profitable products list above.
5. How do sari-sari stores decide the selling price of products?
Most stores base prices on wholesale cost + transport + repacking + competitor pricing. A typical markup ranges from ₱1–₱5 per item, with the percentage varying by tier: 15–20% for DTI-regulated essentials, 20–30% for FMCG fast-movers, 25–40% for tingi items, and 40–80% for per-piece impulse goods.
6. Why do sari-sari store prices differ from supermarket prices?
Sari-sari stores buy in smaller volumes, so they don’t get supermarket-level bulk discounts. Their prices cover transport, repacking, electricity for cold drinks, and the convenience of selling tingi quantities supermarkets don’t offer. The difference is typically ₱1–₱5 per item.
7. What is the ideal markup for sari-sari store products?
Use a four-tier markup: 15–20% on DTI-regulated essentials (sardines, evap milk), 20–30% on FMCG fast-movers (coffee, shampoo sachets), 25–40% on tingi/repacked items, and 40–80% on per-piece impulse items (candies, cigarettes per stick). See the pricing strategy section for the full table.
8. How often should I update my sari-sari store price list?
Review prices weekly — or immediately whenever a supplier raises wholesale costs. Rice, sugar, cooking oil, canned goods, and beverages move frequently due to supply chain shifts. Update your printed price list at least monthly and your downloadable Excel sheet whenever wholesale costs change.
9. Where can I buy sari-sari store products at wholesale prices?
Five reliable sources: brand distributors (URC, Monde Nissin, Nestlé, Unilever, P&G), wholesale chains (MerryMart Wholesale, S&R, Puregold TNAP), wet markets (Divisoria, Baclaran, Cartimar), online B2B platforms (Peddlr, Lazada/Shopee Wholesale), and government/cooperative channels (DTI Negosyo Centers, local kooperatiba). See the wholesale supplier sources section above.
10. Should I sell mobile load and GCash services in my sari-sari store?
Yes — digital services are the fastest-growing revenue line for sari-sari stores in 2026. Mobile load earns ₱1–₱3 per ₱100 sold with near-zero inventory cost. GCash cash-in/cash-out earns ₱10–₱20 in service fees per transaction. Bills payment (Meralco, water) earns ₱10–₱15 per bill. Most stores partner with Smart Padala, Cebuana, Palawan, or directly with GCash for the kiosk option.
11. Why do sari-sari store prices differ within the same barangay?
Price differences happen due to varying supplier costs, transport distance, store size, and customer demand. Some stores buy from supermarkets, some buy from wholesalers, others buy through cooperatives. The store with the cheapest wholesale source usually wins on price; the one with the friendliest service often wins regardless.
12. What products should NOT be sold in a beginner sari-sari store?
Skip these until your store is established (3+ months in): premium chocolates, perishable fresh meat/fish without refrigeration, expensive baby formula (single tins), prescription medicines (illegal without a pharmacy permit), and any single SKU above ₱200 that you can’t turn over in a week. Stick to fast-movers with proven demand.
13. Is a sari-sari store still profitable in 2026?
Yes — but margins are tighter than 10 years ago. The stores that succeed in 2026 layer in digital services (load, GCash, bills payment) on top of traditional retail, partner with a bakery for daily pan de sal, and keep their fast-moving inventory deep. Read our full breakdown of how much a sari-sari store actually earns.
14. Where can I download a free sari-sari store price list PDF and Excel inventory sheet?
Use the free downloads above: the 2026 PinoyNegosyo.net Sari-Sari Store Price List (PDF, 293 products) and the matching Excel inventory sheet (formulas for stock count, reorder level, and daily sales tracking).
15. How can I monitor official sari-sari store product prices in the Philippines?
Three official sources: the DTI Suggested Retail Price (SRP) bulletin for basic necessities and prime commodities, the DTI e-Presyo price monitoring portal, and the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) for monthly retail price reports.
Related Sari-Sari Store Guides on PinoyNegosyo.net
- How Much Sari-Sari Store Capital Do You Need?
- Sari-Sari Store Income: How Much Can You Really Earn?
- How to Manage Sari-Sari Store Inventory Without Losing Money
- Sari-Sari Store Pricing Strategy Guide
- Best-Selling Sari-Sari Store Items Every Owner Should Stock
- How to Run a Successful Sari-Sari Store
- Complete Beginner’s Guide to Starting a Sari-Sari Store
- Sari-Sari Store Business: 5 Reasons It Could Be a Bad Idea
About This Guide & Sources
This guide is maintained by the editorial team at PinoyNegosyo.net, the leading Philippine entrepreneurship publication. Prices and product lists are reviewed and updated based on:
- DTI Suggested Retail Price (SRP) bulletins for basic necessities and prime commodities
- DTI e-Presyo price monitoring portal
- Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) retail price reports
- Public price lists from MerryMart Wholesale, Peddlr, and regional sari-sari store associations
- Reader submissions from active sari-sari store owners across Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao, and provincial barangays
Last updated: 2026. If you spot an outdated price or want to submit a correction, please email editor@pinoynegosyo.net.