Dutch Patent Value Estimator (NL)
A working, single-file estimator: choose Profit uplift or Royalty, then press Calculate.
Inputs
Benefit = (Revenue × Margin × Attribution) + Savings.
Benefit = (Base × Rate × Scope) − Admin.
How to use this Simplified Dutch Patent Value Estimator
This tool provides a practical, first-pass estimate of the economic value of a Dutch patent by calculating a risk-adjusted net present value (NPV) of expected future benefits. It is meant for quick scenario testing (e.g., “what if we license?”, “what if enforcement is uncertain?”), not for a formal valuation.
Step 1: Choose a valuation method
Select the approach that best matches how the patent creates value:
Profit uplift: Use this when the patent supports your own product or process (e.g., higher margin, higher sales, lower costs).
Royalty (licence): Use this when value comes from licensing the patent to others based on sales and a royalty rate.
Step 2: Enter time and discount assumptions
Remaining term (years): How long the patent is expected to remain relevant and enforceable for cashflows. This can be less than the legal term if the market will move on sooner.
Discount rate: Reflects the cost of capital and risk (higher = lower present value).
Growth of benefit: Expected annual growth (or decline) of the annual benefit.
Time to enforce: If you expect enforcement or negotiation to take time, enter a delay before benefits are realized.
Step 3: Enter benefit inputs (depends on the method)
If you chose Profit uplift
Annual sales (NL): Yearly sales revenue related to the patented product/process in the Netherlands.
Gross margin: The gross margin on those sales.
Patent attribution: The share of profit that is genuinely caused by the patent (not brand, distribution, other IP, etc.).
Cost savings (optional): Any annual cost reduction enabled by the patented technology.
The tool estimates:
Annual benefit = (Revenue × Margin × Attribution) + Cost savings
If you chose Royalty (licence)
Royalty base: The licensee’s annual sales in the Netherlands that the royalty applies to.
Royalty rate: The percentage of sales paid as royalty.
Licence scope/leverage: A multiplier reflecting negotiating power (e.g., non-exclusive vs. “must-have” tech).
Admin cost (optional): Annual cost to manage and monitor the licence.
The tool estimates:
Annual benefit = (Base × Rate × Scope factor) − Admin cost
Step 4: Enter risk and cost inputs
The tool applies a simple risk adjustment by multiplying three probabilities:
Probability of validity: Chance the patent would hold up under challenge.
Probability of adoption/infringement: Chance there is real market use/value to capture.
Probability of enforcing/settling: Chance you can realistically enforce or reach a settlement/licence.
It also subtracts:
Annual maintenance fees (renewals)
One-off legal/enforcement budget (expected costs)
Step 5: Press Calculate and interpret the results
The tool shows:
Base case value: The estimated risk-adjusted present value today.
Low/High range: A simple range around the base based on your selected “Range width”.
If the base case is low or negative, try sensitivity testing:
Increase/decrease patent attribution or royalty rate
Adjust enforceability (often the biggest driver)
Review remaining term and discount rate
Disclaimer (Not legal advice / not a formal valuation)
Disclaimer: This tool provides an indicative estimate for general informational and planning purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice, financial advice, or a formal patent valuation, and it should not be relied upon as legally valid guidance. Patent value depends on many case-specific factors (including claim scope, prosecution history, validity risks, infringement analysis, jurisdiction, evidence, and enforcement strategy). For decisions with legal or financial consequences, you should consult a qualified Dutch patent attorney and/or valuation professional.