{"id":3702,"date":"2024-07-27T15:23:04","date_gmt":"2024-07-27T09:53:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/?p=3702"},"modified":"2025-07-11T12:45:34","modified_gmt":"2025-07-11T07:15:34","slug":"what-is-the-merchant-discount-rate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/what-is-the-merchant-discount-rate\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Merchant Discount Rate for Payments?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) is a critical component in <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online payment processing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, encompassing the fees levied on merchants for incoming transactions. Ranging between 1% and 3%, MDR involves a multifaceted structure that includes various charges related to payment processing services.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing the Merchant Discount Rate is an asset that enables industry professionals to optimise payment processing expenses. Let\u2019s explore the question <strong><em>&#8220;What is a Merchant Discount Rate?&#8221;<\/em><\/strong> and its significance in the world of payments.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;p class=&quot;wpcf7-contact-form-not-found&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Error:&lt;\/strong&gt; Contact form not found.&lt;\/p&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:6659,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;4&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:16777215},&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;14&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:2236962},&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif&quot;}\">\n<div class=\"wpcf7 no-js\" id=\"wpcf7-f2460-o1\" lang=\"en-GB\" dir=\"ltr\" data-wpcf7-id=\"2460\">\n<div class=\"screen-reader-response\"><p role=\"status\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-atomic=\"true\"><\/p> <ul><\/ul><\/div>\n<form action=\"\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3702#wpcf7-f2460-o1\" method=\"post\" class=\"wpcf7-form init\" aria-label=\"Contact form\" novalidate=\"novalidate\" data-status=\"init\">\n<fieldset class=\"hidden-fields-container\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wpcf7\" value=\"2460\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wpcf7_version\" value=\"6.1.4\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wpcf7_locale\" value=\"en_GB\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wpcf7_unit_tag\" value=\"wpcf7-f2460-o1\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wpcf7_container_post\" value=\"0\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wpcf7_posted_data_hash\" value=\"\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wpcf7_recaptcha_response\" value=\"\" \/>\n<\/fieldset>\n<div class=\"cus-form\">\n\t<p style=\"font-size: 24px;font-weight: 600;text-align: center;\">Enquire Now\n\t<\/p>\n\t<p><label>Products Required:<\/label><span class=\"wpcf7-form-control-wrap\" data-name=\"products\"><select class=\"wpcf7-form-control wpcf7-select wpcf7-validates-as-required form-control\" aria-required=\"true\" aria-invalid=\"false\" name=\"products\"><option value=\"Payment Gateway\">Payment Gateway<\/option><option value=\"POS Machine\">POS Machine<\/option><option value=\"Reseller\">Reseller<\/option><\/select><\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"wpcf7-form-control-wrap\" data-name=\"uname\"><input size=\"40\" maxlength=\"400\" class=\"wpcf7-form-control wpcf7-text wpcf7-validates-as-required form-control\" aria-required=\"true\" aria-invalid=\"false\" placeholder=\"Name*\" value=\"\" type=\"text\" name=\"uname\" \/><\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"wpcf7-form-control-wrap\" data-name=\"phone\"><input size=\"40\" maxlength=\"400\" class=\"wpcf7-form-control wpcf7-tel wpcf7-validates-as-required wpcf7-text wpcf7-validates-as-tel form-control\" aria-required=\"true\" aria-invalid=\"false\" placeholder=\"Phone*\" value=\"\" type=\"tel\" name=\"phone\" \/><\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"wpcf7-form-control-wrap\" data-name=\"email\"><input size=\"40\" maxlength=\"400\" class=\"wpcf7-form-control wpcf7-email wpcf7-validates-as-required wpcf7-text wpcf7-validates-as-email form-control\" aria-required=\"true\" aria-invalid=\"false\" placeholder=\"Email*\" value=\"\" type=\"email\" name=\"email\" \/><\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"wpcf7-form-control-wrap\" data-name=\"message\"><textarea cols=\"10\" rows=\"3\" maxlength=\"2000\" class=\"wpcf7-form-control wpcf7-textarea form-control\" aria-invalid=\"false\" placeholder=\"Message\" name=\"message\"><\/textarea><\/span><br \/>\n\t\n\t<input class=\"wpcf7-form-control wpcf7-hidden\" id=\"utm\" value=\"\" type=\"hidden\" name=\"utm\" \/><input class=\"wpcf7-form-control wpcf7-submit has-spinner\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Submit\" \/>\n\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<style>\n.cus-form .form-control{width: 100%!important;margin: 7px 0px;padding: 8px;border-radius: 3px;height: auto;line-height: 20px;}\n.cus-form{display: block;margin: 0 auto;max-width: 400px;width: 100%;padding: 20px;box-shadow: 0px 0px 4px 0px #0000002b;border-radius: 6px;margin-bottom: 25px;padding-bottom: 0px;}\n.cus-form .wpcf7-submit{margin: 0 auto;display: block;}\n.cus-form h3{background: #ff6644;text-align: center;margin: -21px;margin-bottom: 20px;padding: 6px;}\n<\/style>\n<p><script>\ndocument.getElementById(\"utm\").value = window.location.href;\n\ndocument.addEventListener( 'wpcf7mailsent', function( event ) {\n location = 'https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/thankyou\/';\n}, false );\n<\/script>\n<\/p><div class=\"wpcf7-response-output\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the Merchant Discount Rate<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3715 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/understand-the-merchant-discount-rate.jpg\" alt=\"understand the merchant discount rate\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/understand-the-merchant-discount-rate.jpg 800w, https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/understand-the-merchant-discount-rate-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/understand-the-merchant-discount-rate-250x125.jpg 250w, https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/understand-the-merchant-discount-rate-740x370.jpg 740w, https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/understand-the-merchant-discount-rate-355x178.jpg 355w, https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/understand-the-merchant-discount-rate-80x40.jpg 80w, https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/understand-the-merchant-discount-rate-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you run a small local store or manage a thriving e-commerce platform, understanding the intricacies of payment fees and rates is crucial. One such key component is the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When merchants and other businesses want to receive money from customers using debit or credit cards, they must create an account with a company that handles payment processing. These payment processors act as middlemen between the business and the banks that issue the cards. Let\u2019s take a deep look at MDR.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Recent Web Stories<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"web-stories-list alignnone has-archive-link is-view-type-circles is-style-default is-carousel\" data-id=\"1\">\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\tclass=\"web-stories-list__inner-wrapper carousel-1\"\n\t\t\tstyle=\"--ws-circle-size:150px\"\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"web-stories-list__carousel circles\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-id=\"carousel-1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-prev=\"Previous\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-next=\"Next\"\n\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"web-stories-list__story\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-wp-interactive=\"web-stories-block\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-wp-context='{\"instanceId\":1}'\t\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.open\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-wp-on-window--popstate=\"actions.onPopstate\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"web-stories-list__story-poster\">\n\t\t\t\t<a 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640px\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\tdecoding=\"async\"\n\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"web-stories-list__story\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-wp-interactive=\"web-stories-block\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-wp-context='{\"instanceId\":1}'\t\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.open\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-wp-on-window--popstate=\"actions.onPopstate\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"web-stories-list__story-poster\">\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/web-stories\/nttdataswipemachine\/\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/cropped-person-paying-with-its-credit-card-640x853.webp\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\talt=\"Why Choose NTT DATA POS Machine\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\twidth=\"185\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\theight=\"308\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tsrcset=\"https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/cropped-person-paying-with-its-credit-card.webp 640w, https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/cropped-person-paying-with-its-credit-card-105x140.webp 105w, https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/cropped-person-paying-with-its-credit-card-311x414.webp 311w, https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/cropped-person-paying-with-its-credit-card-149x199.webp 149w, https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/cropped-person-paying-with-its-credit-card-60x80.webp 60w, https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/cropped-person-paying-with-its-credit-card-150x200.webp 150w\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tsizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\tdecoding=\"async\"\n\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Previous\" class=\"glider-prev\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Next\" class=\"glider-next\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the Merchant Discount Rate?<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Merchant Discount Rate, commonly known as MDR, is essentially the fee charged to a merchant by their acquiring bank or payment service provider for accepting payments from customers via all payment options.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This fee compensates for the services offered by banks, card networks, and payment processors in ensuring smooth, secure, and rapid transactions.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Does Merchant Discount Rate Work?<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The process begins when a customer initiates a transaction at a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/difference-between-cash-registers-and-pos-systems\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">merchant&#8217;s point of sale or website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Upon authorisation, the payment proceeds through a complex network involving multiple stakeholders: the customer\u2019s bank (issuing bank), the merchant&#8217;s bank (acquiring bank), card networks (like Visa or Mastercard), and payment processors.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s see the workings of MDR step by step:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li><b> Transaction Initiation: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When a customer swipes, inserts, or taps their card for a purchase, the transaction is initiated.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><b> Authorisation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The acquiring bank seeks authorisation from the issuing bank to ensure the cardholder has sufficient funds or credit for the transaction.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><b> Transaction Processing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Once authorised, the <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/payment-facilitator-vs-payment-processor\/\">payment processor facilitates<\/a> the movement of funds between the banks and ensures a smooth transaction process.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><b> Fee Distribution:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> MDR is the fee charged by the acquiring bank to the merchant for this payment processing service. This fee covers various components, including <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/what-is-upi-interchange-fee\/\">interchange fees<\/a> (paid to the cardholder&#8217;s bank), network fees (paid to card networks), and acquiring bank fees.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><b> Stakeholder Compensation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> MDR serves as a mechanism to distribute compensation among all the parties involved, including the issuing bank, acquiring bank, card networks, and payment processors.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><b> Percentage of Transaction Amount:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> MDR is typically expressed as a percentage of the transaction amount. This percentage represents the cost incurred by the merchant for utilising the payment infrastructure.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How is the MDR Calculated?<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The calculation of the MDR involves a combination of factors, making it a somewhat intricate process. The primary components considered are:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li><b> Transaction Value: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The total value of the transaction plays a significant role in determining the MDR. Typically, the higher the transaction amount, the higher the MDR.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><b> Payment Type:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Different modes of payments, such as credit and debit cards, Net Banking, etc, may have varying MDR rates. Credit cards tend to have higher MDR rates than debit cards due to the associated risks and rewards.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><b> Merchant Category:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The business&#8217;s nature and risk associated with it can influence the MDR. High-risk businesses, such as online gaming, often face higher MDR rates.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><b> Payment Network: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The card network or payment system being used can impact the MDR. For instance, Visa, Mastercard, and RuPay may have different MDR structures.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><strong><i>Did you know? <\/i><\/strong><em>The government has introduced various MDR regulations to promote digital payments in India. The MDR is typically lower for small merchants and businesses with a turnover of less than Rs. 20 lakh. However, for larger businesses, MDR rates may vary based on the transaction method type and transaction.<\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Significance of Merchant Discount Rate in Payments<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li><b> Cost of Payment Acceptance:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The MDR is the cost incurred by a merchant to accept electronic payments. Understanding this cost is essential for businesses to price their products or services effectively.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><b> Revenue for Payment Service Providers:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For banks and payment processors, the MDR is a significant source of revenue. It compensates them for the services they provide, including transaction processing, fraud prevention, and <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/payment-settlement-guide\/\">payment settlement<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><b> Incentive for Card Acceptance:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> MDR rates can influence a merchant&#8217;s decision to accept card payments. Lower MDR rates may encourage businesses to offer card payment options, enhancing convenience for customers.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><b> Balancing Risk and Reward:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The MDR structure takes into account the risk associated with different types of transactions. This helps balance the reward for card-issuing banks and the risk they bear.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make Seamless Online Payments with NTT DATA Payment Services<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nttdatapay.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NTT DATA Payment Services<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers a complete payment solution to advance both your offline and online businesses. From online payment gateways and POS machines to IVR payments, mobile applications, and Bharat QR Scan and Pay, we ensure maximum comfort, convenience, and safety for all your payments.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access PCI DSS 3.2.1V, a 256-bit encrypted<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nttdatapay.com\/online-payment-gateway-india\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">payment gateway<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your digital wallet. This keeps your information security bulletproof and makes your transactions limitless and quicker.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Empowering Merchants Through MDR<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) is a pivotal factor influencing merchants&#8217; and <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/what-are-third-party-payment-providers\/\">payment service providers<\/a>&#8216; costs, revenues, and payment strategies. Understanding the MDR is essential for optimising payment processing and ensuring competitive pricing.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/use-cases-of-ai-in-payments-industry\/\">payment industry<\/a> evolves, staying informed about MDR regulations and exploring strategies to manage these costs is significant. Whether you&#8217;re a local store owner or an e-commerce mogul, MDR is a concept that should be considered in your growth to financial success. I hope this blog on merchant discount rates in payments serves as your guide regarding the MDR.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<!-- \/wp:post-content -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:table -->\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Also, you can get frequent updates on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/nttdatapayments\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nttdatapayments<\/a> Instagram page.<\/em><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<!-- \/wp:table -->\r\n\r\n<!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\"} -->\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li><b> What is the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) and how does it impact businesses?<\/b><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MDR is a fee charged to merchants for processing debit and credit card transactions. It&#8217;s crucial for businesses as it influences their overall transaction costs, affecting profitability and pricing strategies.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ol start=\"2\">\r\n<li><b> How is the Merchant Discount Rate determined?<\/b><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MDR is typically a percentage of the transaction amount and is influenced by various factors, including the type of card, transaction mode, and industry standards.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ol start=\"3\">\r\n<li><b> Is there any regulatory influence on MDR?<\/b><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, regulatory bodies like RBI may intervene to rationalize MDR. For example, RBI in India has implemented measures to ensure fairness and transparency in MDR charges.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ol start=\"4\">\r\n<li><b> How do Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) charges impact small businesses?<\/b><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MDR charges, typically ranging from 1% to 3% of the transaction amount, can have a significant <a href=\"https:\/\/in.nttdatapay.com\/blog\/impact-of-qr-code-payments-on-small-businesses\/\">impact on small businesses<\/a>. These charges affect profit margins and may influence pricing strategies for products or services.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ol start=\"5\">\r\n<li><b> <\/b><b>Who bears the cost of the Merchant Discount Rate, the merchant or the customer?<\/b><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The merchant typically bears the cost. MDR is a fee charged to businesses for providing the infrastructure and services required to process payments. 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