How are Amazon FBA fees calculated in 2026?

The FBA fulfillment fee depends on the product’s size tier, its shipping weight and its price: items under $10, $10 to $50, and over $50 have different rates. Since April 17, 2026, Amazon also adds a 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge to fulfillment fees.

What is the Amazon referral fee?

Most categories pay 15% of the total sales price (item plus shipping and gift wrap, excluding tax) with a $0.30 minimum. Electronics and computers pay 8%, and some categories use tiers, such as clothing (5%, 10% or 17% by price) or jewelry (20% up to $250, 5% above).

When do Amazon holiday peak fees apply?

From October 15, 2026 to January 14, 2027, FBA fulfillment fees rise to peak rates. Fees are based on when the unit ships from the fulfillment center.

Is FBA or FBM more profitable?

It depends on the product. FBA adds fulfillment and storage fees but often wins the Buy Box and Prime badge; FBM avoids those fees but you pay for shipping and handling. Toggle between them with the same price to compare, using a real label cost for FBM.

How much does Amazon storage cost?

Standard-size inventory costs $0.78 per cubic foot per month from January to September and $2.40 from October to December, before any aged-inventory or utilization surcharges.

Do I need the Professional plan?

The Professional plan is $39.99 a month with no per-item fee; the Individual plan has no monthly fee but charges $0.99 per item sold. Professional is cheaper above about 40 sales a month.

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Fees verified 2026-10-07 from Amazon’s official pages:

Dangerous goods, extra-large items, inbound placement and low-inventory fees are not included.

How to calculate Amazon fees

Choose FBA or FBM
With FBA, Amazon stores and ships the order for a fulfillment fee. With FBM you ship it and pay for the label.
Enter price and category
Referral fees are a percentage of the price plus any shipping you charge, with category minimums.
Add the packaged size and weight
FBA fees depend on the size tier and shipping weight (the greater of unit weight and dimensional weight for most tiers) and on the price band.
Add your costs
Include product cost, inbound freight or your label cost, and other costs to see profit, margin and break-even.

Amazon fees FAQ

How are Amazon FBA fees calculated in 2026?: The FBA fulfillment fee depends on the product’s size tier, its shipping weight and its price: items under $10, $10 to $50, and over $50 have different rates. Since April 17, 2026, Amazon also adds a 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge to fulfillment fees.
What is the Amazon referral fee?: Most categories pay 15% of the total sales price (item plus shipping and gift wrap, excluding tax) with a $0.30 minimum. Electronics and computers pay 8%, and some categories use tiers, such as clothing (5%, 10% or 17% by price) or jewelry (20% up to $250, 5% above).
When do Amazon holiday peak fees apply?: From October 15, 2026 to January 14, 2027, FBA fulfillment fees rise to peak rates. Fees are based on when the unit ships from the fulfillment center.
Is FBA or FBM more profitable?: It depends on the product. FBA adds fulfillment and storage fees but often wins the Buy Box and Prime badge; FBM avoids those fees but you pay for shipping and handling. Toggle between them with the same price to compare, using a real label cost for FBM.
How much does Amazon storage cost?: Standard-size inventory costs $0.78 per cubic foot per month from January to September and $2.40 from October to December, before any aged-inventory or utilization surcharges.
Do I need the Professional plan?: The Professional plan is $39.99 a month with no per-item fee; the Individual plan has no monthly fee but charges $0.99 per item sold. Professional is cheaper above about 40 sales a month.

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Results are estimates based on Amazon’s published fees, verified 2026-10-07. Your actual fees can differ because of category rules, promotions, account status, refunds, taxes and fee changes. Check your Amazon account for the amounts you are charged.

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