A seller shipping 500 units of a $35 kitchen gadget can lose over $3,000 a month to FBA costs simply by overlooking fees beyond the basic fulfillment charge. This guide covers every Amazon FBA rate for 2026, from storage and inbound placement to returns and dangerous goods, so sellers can price accurately and identify where costs can be reduced.
Quick Summary
- Amazon FBA rates are per-unit fees covering fulfillment, storage, inbound placement, returns, and more
- How calculated: Based on size tier, shipping weight, and selling price bracket (under $10 / $10–$50 / over $50)
- 2026 key changes: Average increase of $0.08/unit, bulky tier split, extra-large fees decreased, weight intervals updated
- Fee types covered: Non-apparel, apparel, dangerous goods, Low-Price FBA, AWD/inbound placement, SIPP, removal/disposal, returns
- Low-Price FBA: Auto-applied for items under $10, discount increased to $0.86/unit
- Returns: Now threshold-based, fee only charged when return rate exceeds category benchmark
What Are Amazon FBA Rates and How Are They Calculated?
Amazon FBA rates are per-unit fees that cover the cost of picking, packing, and shipping each order on behalf of the seller. These fees are calculated based on three main factors: the product’s size tier, its shipping weight (actual or dimensional, whichever is greater), and, in some cases, its sale price.
For 2026, fulfillment fees generally range from $3.06 for small standard items to over $203.46 for heavy or extra-large products, with lower rates applied to items priced under $10 through the Low-Price FBA program.
Beyond the base fulfillment fee, sellers should account for several additional costs:
- Monthly storage fees: $0.99 to $3.63 per cubic foot, depending on the season, with higher rates applied during the Q4 holiday period
- Inbound placement fees: charged based on how inventory is distributed across Amazon’s fulfillment centers
- Referral fees: typically 8% to 15% of the sale price, varying by product category
How To Track FBA Fees In Seller Central?
Seller Central provides several built-in tools and reports that allow sellers to monitor FBA fees at both the transaction and inventory level. Understanding where to find each report and what it shows is essential for accurate margin tracking and fee reconciliation.
Sellers can track FBA fees in Seller Central through the following tools and reports, each serving a different purpose in the fee monitoring process:
- Manage Inventory (Live Estimates): Go to Inventory, then Manage All Inventory. Locate the “Estimated fee per unit sold” column and click the fee amount to see a breakdown of fulfillment, referral, and estimated storage fees per unit.
- Payments Report (Actual Fees): Go to Reports, then Payments, then Transaction View. Select any transaction to see the exact fees deducted from that sale.
- Fee Preview Report (Future Costs): Go to Reports, then Fulfillment, then Fee Preview. This report shows estimated fees for all current FBA inventory before a sale occurs.
- Revenue Calculator (Scenario Planning): Use the Revenue Calculator to forecast fees for new products or simulate cost changes when adjusting pricing or dimensions.
- Monthly Storage Fees Report: Go to Reports, then Fulfillment, then Payments, then Monthly Storage Fees to monitor inventory holding costs over time.
- Date Range Reports: Go to Reports, then Payments, then Date Range Reports to export and reconcile all fees within a custom time period, more efficient than Transaction View for bulk analysis.
For a deeper breakdown of fees and profitability, Seller Central offers several reports that provide more granular data at the SKU and transaction level:
- SKU Economics Report: Provides a comprehensive overview of sales, fees, and net proceeds per SKU, making it the most useful tool for per-product profitability analysis.
- Transaction View: Useful for verifying that deducted fees match expected costs on individual orders, and for identifying any fee discrepancies that may qualify for reimbursement.
- Reimbursement Report: Go to Reports, then Fulfillment, then Customer Concessions, then Reimbursements to track cases where Amazon has issued credits for lost, damaged, or incorrectly charged inventory fees.
Amazon FBA Fee Updates For 2026
Amazon updated its FBA fulfillment fee structure effective January 15, 2026, with changes spanning fee amounts, size tier classifications, and weight measurement intervals. While the average increase works out to roughly $0.08 per unit, the actual impact on each seller varies significantly depending on product price point and size tier.
Key updates for 2026 include:
- Price-based fee tiers: Fees are now split into three pricing brackets under $10, $10-$50, and over $50, meaning two products with identical dimensions but different prices will be charged at different rates.
- Items under $10: Small standard-size products see a per-unit increase of approximately $0.12. However, the Low-Price FBA discount has also risen to $0.86 per unit (up from $0.77 in 2025), which helps offset the increase for lower-priced items.
- Items $10–$50: Small standard-size items in this bracket increase by approximately $0.25 per unit, while large standard-size items see a smaller adjustment of around $0.08 per unit.
- Items over $50: This bracket sees the steepest increases. Small standard-size items go up by $0.51 per unit, and large standard-size items by $0.31 per unit on average.
- Bulky tier split: The former “Large Bulky” tier has been divided into Small Bulky and Large Bulky, allowing for more precise pricing based on actual item size within this class.
- Extra-large fee reductions: Fees for extra-large products decrease by an average of $2.08 per unit, bringing costs more in line with actual handling requirements.
- Weight measurement intervals: For non-apparel products, small standard-size items are now measured in 2-ounce intervals, while large standard-size items between 1 and 20 lbs are measured in 4-ounce intervals, both changes enabling more granular fee calculations.
Non-Apparel Fulfillment Fees
The following table outlines the fulfillment fees Amazon charges for non-apparel products in 2026, organized by size tier and shipping weight across all three price brackets:
New Size Tier Structure for Non-Apparel Goods (Effective January 15, 2026)
| Size Tier | Shipping Weight | Fee under $10 | Fee $10–$50 | Fee over $50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Standard | 2 oz or less | $2.43 | $3.32 | $3.58 |
| 2+ to 4 oz | $2.49 | $3.42 | $3.68 | |
| 4+ to 6 oz | $2.56 | $3.45 | $3.71 | |
| 6+ to 8 oz | $2.66 | $3.54 | $3.80 | |
| 8+ to 10 oz | $2.77 | $3.68 | $3.94 | |
| 10+ to 12 oz | $2.82 | $3.78 | $4.04 | |
| 12+ to 14 oz | $2.92 | $3.91 | $4.17 | |
| 14+ to 16 oz | $2.95 | $3.96 | $4.22 | |
| Large Standard | 4 oz or less | $2.91 | $3.73 | $3.99 |
| 4+ to 8 oz | $3.13 | $3.95 | $4.21 | |
| 8+ to 12 oz | $3.38 | $4.20 | $4.46 | |
| 12+ to 16 oz | $3.78 | $4.60 | $4.86 | |
| 1+ to 1.25 lb | $4.22 | $5.04 | $5.30 | |
| 1.25+ to 1.5 lb | $4.60 | $5.42 | $5.68 | |
| 1.5+ to 1.75 lb | $4.75 | $5.57 | $5.83 | |
| 1.75+ to 2 lb | $5.00 | $5.82 | $6.08 | |
| 2+ to 2.25 lb | $5.10 | $5.92 | $6.18 | |
| 2.25+ to 2.5 lb | $5.28 | $6.10 | $6.36 | |
| 2.5+ to 2.75 lb | $5.44 | $6.26 | $6.52 | |
| 2.75+ to 3 lb | $5.85 | $6.67 | $6.93 | |
| 3+ to 20 lb | $6.15 + $0.08/4 oz above 3 lb | $6.97 + $0.08/4 oz above 3 lb | $7.23 + $0.08/4 oz above 3 lb | |
| Small Bulky | 0 to 50 lb | $6.78 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $7.55 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $7.55 + $0.38/lb above first lb |
| Large Bulky | 0 to 50 lb | $8.58 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $9.35 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $9.35 + $0.38/lb above first lb |
| Extra-Large 0–50 lb | 0 to 50 lb | $25.56 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $26.33 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $26.33 + $0.38/lb above first lb |
| Extra-Large 50+–70 lb | 50+ to 70 lb | $36.35 + $0.75/lb above 51 lb | $37.32 + $0.75/lb above 51 lb | $37.32 + $0.75/lb above 51 lb |
| Extra-Large 70+–150 lb | 70+ to 150 lb | $50.55 + $0.75/lb above 71 lb | $51.32 + $0.75/lb above 71 lb | $51.32 + $0.75/lb above 71 lb |
| Extra-Large 150+ lb | 150+ lb | $194.18 + $0.19/lb above 151 lb | $194.95 + $0.19/lb above 151 lb | $194.95 + $0.19/lb above 151 lb |
Dangerous Goods Fulfillment Fees
Amazon charges separate fulfillment fees for products classified as dangerous goods (also referred to as hazardous materials or hazmat), which include items such as aerosol sprays, lithium batteries, nail polish, and certain cleaning supplies.
Because these products require specialized storage conditions, regulated transportation, and additional compliance documentation, their fulfillment fees are higher than those for standard inventory.
Products must be enrolled in the FBA Dangerous Goods program before they can be fulfilled through FBA. Sellers can refer to Amazon’s Dangerous Goods Identification Guide to determine whether their products fall under this classification.
The table below shows the non-peak fulfillment fees for dangerous goods effective January 15, 2026, broken down by size tier, shipping weight, and selling price bracket.
| Size Tier | Shipping Weight | Fee under $10 | Fee $10–$50 | Fee over $50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Standard | 2 oz or less | $3.40 | $4.29 | $4.55 |
| 2+ to 4 oz | $3.43 | $4.36 | $4.62 | |
| 4+ to 6 oz | $3.48 | $4.37 | $4.63 | |
| 6+ to 8 oz | $3.55 | $4.43 | $4.69 | |
| 8+ to 10 oz | $3.64 | $4.55 | $4.81 | |
| 10+ to 12 oz | $3.65 | $4.61 | $4.87 | |
| 12+ to 14 oz | $3.73 | $4.72 | $4.98 | |
| 14+ to 16 oz | $3.77 | $4.78 | $5.04 | |
| Large Standard | 4 oz or less | $3.73 | $4.55 | $4.81 |
| 4+ to 8 oz | $3.94 | $4.76 | $5.02 | |
| 8+ to 12 oz | $4.17 | $4.99 | $5.25 | |
| 12+ to 16 oz | $4.37 | $5.19 | $5.45 | |
| 1+ to 1.25 lb | $4.82 | $5.64 | $5.90 | |
| 1.25+ to 1.5 lb | $5.20 | $6.02 | $6.28 | |
| 1.5+ to 1.75 lb | $5.35 | $6.17 | $6.43 | |
| 1.75+ to 2 lb | $5.49 | $6.31 | $6.57 | |
| 2+ to 2.25 lb | $5.56 | $6.38 | $6.64 | |
| 2.25+ to 2.5 lb | $5.74 | $6.56 | $6.82 | |
| 2.5+ to 2.75 lb | $5.90 | $6.72 | $6.98 | |
| 2.75+ to 3 lb | $6.31 | $7.13 | $7.39 | |
| 3+ to 20 lb | $6.61 + $0.08/4 oz above 3 lb | $7.43 + $0.08/4 oz above 3 lb | $7.69 + $0.08/4 oz above 3 lb | |
| Small Bulky | 0 to 50 lb | $7.50 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $8.27 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $8.27 + $0.38/lb above first lb |
| Large Bulky | 0 to 50 lb | $9.30 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $10.07 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $10.07 + $0.38/lb above first lb |
| Extra-Large 0–50 lb | 0 to 50 lb | $27.67 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $28.44 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $28.44 + $0.38/lb above first lb |
| Extra-Large 50+–70 lb | 50+ to 70 lb | $39.76 + $0.75/lb above 51 lb | $40.53 + $0.75/lb above 51 lb | $40.53 + $0.75/lb above 51 lb |
| Extra-Large 70+–150 lb | 70+ to 150 lb | $57.68 + $0.75/lb above 71 lb | $58.45 + $0.75/lb above 71 lb | $58.45 + $0.75/lb above 71 lb |
| Extra-Large 150+ lb | 150+ lb | $218.76 + $0.19/lb above 151 lb | $219.53 + $0.19/lb above 151 lb | $219.53 + $0.19/lb above 151 lb |
Note: During peak season (October 15 – January 14), dangerous goods fulfillment fees increase across all size tiers. Shipping weight for small standard and extra-large 150+ lb is based on unit weight; all other tiers use the greater of unit or dimensional weight.
Apparel Fulfillment Fees
Apparel fulfillment fees cover clothing, footwear, and fashion accessories sold through FBA. These fees tend to run slightly higher than non-apparel rates because Amazon applies additional handling steps to garments, including pressing, folding, and in some cases, tissue wrapping, before items ship to customers.
As a result, even a lightweight item like a cotton shirt can cost more to fulfill than a non-apparel product of comparable size and weight.
Fees are determined by size tier and shipping weight, following the same tiered structure as other FBA categories. Sellers in this category should pay particular attention to storage costs during Q4, when peak season surcharges apply, and use fee data year-round to inform decisions around inventory planning, product packaging, and size tier optimization.
The table below reflects non-peak apparel fulfillment fees effective January 15, 2026.
| Size Tier | Shipping Weight | Fee under $10 | Fee $10–$50 | Fee over $50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Standard | 2 oz or less | $2.62 | $3.51 | $3.77 |
| 2+ to 4 oz | $2.64 | $3.54 | $3.80 | |
| 4+ to 6 oz | $2.68 | $3.59 | $3.85 | |
| 6+ to 8 oz | $2.81 | $3.69 | $3.95 | |
| 8+ to 10 oz | $3.00 | $3.91 | $4.17 | |
| 10+ to 12 oz | $3.10 | $4.09 | $4.35 | |
| 12+ to 14 oz | $3.20 | $4.20 | $4.46 | |
| 14+ to 16 oz | $3.30 | $4.25 | $4.51 | |
| Large Standard | 4 oz or less | $3.48 | $4.30 | $4.56 |
| 4+ to 8 oz | $3.68 | $4.50 | $4.76 | |
| 8+ to 12 oz | $3.90 | $4.72 | $4.98 | |
| 12+ to 16 oz | $4.35 | $5.17 | $5.43 | |
| 1+ to 1.25 lb | $5.05 | $5.87 | $6.13 | |
| 1.25+ to 1.5 lb | $5.22 | $6.04 | $6.30 | |
| 1.5+ to 1.75 lb | $5.32 | $6.14 | $6.40 | |
| 1.75+ to 2 lb | $5.43 | $6.25 | $6.51 | |
| 2+ to 2.25 lb | $5.78 | $6.60 | $6.86 | |
| 2.25+ to 2.5 lb | $5.90 | $6.72 | $6.98 | |
| 2.5+ to 2.75 lb | $5.95 | $6.77 | $7.03 | |
| 2.75+ to 3 lb | $6.08 | $6.90 | $7.16 | |
| 3+ to 20 lb | $6.15 + $0.16/half-lb above 3 lb | $6.97 + $0.16/half-lb above 3 lb | $7.23 + $0.16/half-lb above 3 lb | |
| Small Bulky | 0 to 50 lb | $6.78 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $7.55 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $7.55 + $0.38/lb above first lb |
| Large Bulky | 0 to 50 lb | $8.58 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $9.35 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $9.35 + $0.38/lb above first lb |
| Extra-Large 0–50 lb | 0 to 50 lb | $25.56 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $26.33 + $0.38/lb above first lb | $26.33 + $0.38/lb above first lb |
| Extra-Large 50+–70 lb | 50+ to 70 lb | $36.55 + $0.75/lb above 51 lb | $37.32 + $0.75/lb above 51 lb | $37.32 + $0.75/lb above 51 lb |
| Extra-Large 70+–150 lb | 70+ to 150 lb | $50.55 + $0.75/lb above 71 lb | $51.32 + $0.75/lb above 71 lb | $51.32 + $0.75/lb above 71 lb |
| Extra-Large 150+ lb | 150+ lb | $194.18 + $0.19/lb above 151 lb | $194.95 + $0.19/lb above 151 lb | $194.95 + $0.19/lb above 151 lb |
Note: During peak season (October 15 – January 14), apparel fulfillment fees increase across all size tiers. Shipping weight for small standard and extra-large 150+ lb is based on unit weight; all other tiers use the greater of unit or dimensional weight.
Low-Price FBA Fees
Amazon automatically applies Low-Price FBA rates to all products priced under $10, with no enrollment required. Eligible items receive a $0.86 per-unit discount compared to standard FBA rates, and still qualify for free shipping for Prime customers and standard shipping for non-Prime customers at the same delivery speeds.
Inventory shipped under the Low-Price FBA program follows standard FBA prep and packaging requirements, so no separate preparation process is needed. Sellers can refer to Amazon’s standard FBA prep guidelines to ensure shipments are processed without issues.
Sellers should keep the following points in mind when shipping inventory under the Low-Price FBA program:
- Eligibility: Any product priced under $10 qualifies automatically. No enrollment is required.
- Prep requirements: Low-Price FBA uses the same prep and packaging standards as regular FBA.
- Peak season: From October 15, 2025, to January 14, 2026, holiday peak fulfillment fees apply across all FBA categories, including Low-Price FBA, apparel, and dangerous goods.
For reference, the Low-Price FBA discount applies directly to the fulfillment fees listed in the non-apparel, apparel, and dangerous goods fee tables above. The fee column labeled “under $10” in each table already reflects the $0.86 discount built into the base rate.
Amazon Warehousing And Distribution (AWD) Fees
When a seller ships inventory to Amazon, the platform automatically distributes units across multiple fulfillment centers based on projected customer demand. This process speeds up Prime delivery times but generates additional handling costs, which Amazon passes to sellers through the Inbound Placement Service Fee.
Sellers can choose between two options when creating shipment plans: the minimal shipment splits option, which sends inventory to fewer locations and incurs a per-unit fee, or the Amazon-optimized splits option, which distributes inventory more broadly at no charge provided the shipment meets Amazon’s carton requirements.
The table below outlines the 2026 Inbound Placement Service Fee rates by size tier and shipping weight.
| Size Tier | Shipping Weight | Minimal Shipment Splits | Amazon-Optimized Splits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Standard | up to 8 oz | $0.27 | No fee |
| 8+ to 16 oz | $0.40 | ||
| Large Standard | up to 8 oz | $0.29 | |
| 8+ to 16 oz | $0.42 | ||
| 1+ to 1.5 lb | $0.52 | ||
| 1.5+ to 3 lb | $0.58 | ||
| 3+ to 5 lb | $0.77 | ||
| 5+ to 10 lb | $1.14 | ||
| 10+ to 12 lb | $1.33 | ||
| 12+ to 15 lb | $1.45 | ||
| 15+ to 20 lb | $1.71 | ||
| Small Bulky | 0 to 50 lb | $1.39 + $0.11/lb above first lb | |
| Large Bulky | 0 to 50 lb | $2.00 + $0.16/lb above first lb |
Note: To qualify for Amazon-optimized shipment splits at no fee, sellers must send at least five identical cartons or pallets per item, with each carton containing the same quantity and item mix.
Ships In Product Packaging (SIPP) Program Fees
The SIPP program allows eligible products to ship in original manufacturer packaging without additional Amazon prep, with enrolled sellers receiving a per-unit FBA fee discount based on size tier and shipping weight.
To qualify, products must be SIPP-certified, weigh 50 lbs or less, and pass Amazon’s packaging durability standards through self-testing, with a certification date in Seller Central matching the first SIPP-compliant inventory arrival.
Optimizing packaging to use minimal materials while maintaining transit durability is a practical way to qualify and lower per-unit costs simultaneously. Note that starting in 2026, small and large bulky products that do not meet SIPP eligibility will incur an additional packaging fee averaging $2.07 per unit.
The table below shows the SIPP fee discount by size tier and shipping weight.
| Size Tier | Shipping Weight | SIPP Discount per Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Small Standard | up to 4 oz | -$0.04 |
| 4+ to 8 oz | -$0.07 | |
| 8+ to 16 oz | -$0.11 | |
| Large Standard | up to 8 oz | -$0.14 |
| 8+ to 16 oz | -$0.21 | |
| 1+ to 2 lb | -$0.32 | |
| 2+ to 3 lb | -$0.54 | |
| 3+ to 4 lb | -$0.74 | |
| 4+ to 6 lb | -$0.84 | |
| 6+ to 8 lb | -$0.91 | |
| 8+ to 10 lb | -$0.97 | |
| 10+ to 12 lb | -$1.03 | |
| 12+ to 15 lb | -$1.13 | |
| 15+ to 20 lb | -$1.32 | |
| Small Bulky | 0 to 50 lb | -$1.80 + -$0.13/lb above first lb |
| Large Bulky | 0 to 50 lb | -$2.48 + -$0.13/lb above first lb |
Note: The SIPP program excludes hazmat/dangerous goods, products smaller than 6″ × 4″ × 0.375″, flexible packaging items with liquids, granular items under 1″ diameter, sharp items, and cylindrical/spherical products.
Inventory Removal, Disposal, And Return Fees
Amazon revised several fees in this category for 2026, reducing removal and disposal costs for lightweight standard-size items while shifting returns processing fees to a threshold-based system that only applies when a product’s return rate exceeds category-specific benchmarks.
FBA Removal and Disposal Fees
When inventory is no longer fit for distribution, sellers can request removal or disposal through Amazon, with fees covering the cost of picking and processing each unit out of storage. The table below outlines the 2026 removal and disposal fee rates by size tier and shipping weight:
| Size Tier | Shipping Weight | Removal / Disposal Fee per Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Standard-Size | 0 to 0.5 lb | $0.84 |
| 0.5+ to 1.0 lb | $1.53 | |
| 1.0+ to 2.0 lb | $2.27 | |
| 2.0+ lb | $2.89 + $1.06/lb above 2 lb | |
| Large Bulky / Extra-Large | 0 to 1.0 lb | $3.12 |
| 1.0+ to 2.0 lb | $4.30 | |
| 2.0+ to 4.0 lb | $6.36 | |
| 4.0+ to 10.0 lb | $10.04 | |
| 10.0+ lb | $14.32 + $1.06/lb above 10 lb |
Note: Shipping weight is rounded up to the nearest whole pound.
Returns Processing Fees
Returns processing fees cover inspection, repackaging, and restocking costs for items returned in categories where Amazon offers free returns. Starting in 2026, this fee only applies when a product’s return rate exceeds a category-specific threshold, reducing costs for sellers with well-managed listings.
Return rate is calculated based on units shipped in a given month against customer returns received over that month and the two following calendar months. Apparel and Shoes are exempt from this threshold system and remain subject to a per-unit fee for every returned item.
The table below shows the returns processing fees charged when a product’s return rate exceeds its category threshold:
| Size Tier | Shipping Weight | Fee per Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Small Standard | 2 oz or less | $1.78 |
| 2+ to 4 oz | $1.84 | |
| 4+ to 6 oz | $1.90 | |
| 6+ to 8 oz | $1.96 | |
| 8+ to 10 oz | $2.02 | |
| 10+ to 12 oz | $2.08 | |
| 12+ to 14 oz | $2.14 | |
| 14+ to 16 oz | $2.21 | |
| Large Standard | 4 oz or less | $2.36 |
| 4+ to 8 oz | $2.70 | |
| 8+ to 12 oz | $3.05 | |
| 12+ to 16 oz | $3.39 | |
| 1+ to 1.25 lb | $3.70 | |
| 1.25+ to 1.5 lb | $4.01 | |
| 1.5+ to 1.75 lb | $4.32 | |
| 1.75+ to 2 lb | $4.63 |
Tools And Resources For Managing FBA Costs
Effective FBA cost management typically involves a combination of tools covering different functions: Amazon’s FBA Revenue Calculator for basic fee estimates, Helium 10 and Jungle Scout for margin analysis and competitive pricing research, SellerApp for bulk SKU analysis, Sellerboard for real-time profit tracking, and Inventory Lab and RestockPro for inventory forecasting and reorder optimization.
Beyond selecting the right tools, how sellers use them day-to-day determines whether cost management is reactive or proactive. The following practices help maintain consistent visibility into FBA costs:
- Weekly SKU reviews: Compare projected versus actual costs per SKU to identify cost creep before it compounds across the catalog
- Storage utilization monitoring: Track utilization ratio monthly and adjust replenishment timing if levels are consistently high to avoid unnecessary surcharges
- Inventory forecasting: Use dedicated tools to maintain optimal stock levels that balance storage costs against the risk of stockouts
- Custom cost modeling: Pair third-party calculators with a spreadsheet that incorporates your specific return rates, operational costs, and seasonal patterns for more accurate margin projections
Frequently Asked Questions About Amazon FBA Rates
Amazon FBA fees are per-unit charges covering picking, packing, and shipping. For 2026, rates range from $2.43 for small standard items to over $194 for extra-large products, varying by size tier, shipping weight, and selling price.
Amazon typically updates FBA rates once a year in January. Storage fees adjust seasonally, with lower rates from January through September and higher rates during Q4.
Amazon deducts a referral fee of 8%–15% plus a fulfillment fee based on size and weight. For a mid-size standard product, total fees typically range from $18 to $25, before storage and advertising costs.
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