America Amazon Fees Structure
Selling on Amazon USA involves several fees that every seller should understand before listing products. The total amount you pay depends on your selling plan, product category, fulfillment method, and storage requirements.
Main Amazon Seller Fees
1. Referral Fee
Amazon charges a referral fee on every item sold. This fee is calculated as a percentage of the total selling price, including any shipping charges paid by the customer. Referral fees vary by product category but typically range from 8% to 15%, with most categories charged 15%.
2. Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) Fee
If you use Amazon FBA, Amazon picks, packs, ships, and handles customer service for your products. The FBA fulfillment fee depends on the product’s size, weight, and dimensions.
3. Storage Fees
Amazon charges monthly storage fees for inventory stored in fulfillment centers. Higher rates apply during the holiday season (October through December).
4. Selling Plan Fee
Professional sellers pay a monthly subscription fee, while Individual sellers pay a fee per item sold instead of a monthly subscription.
5. Optional Fees
Depending on your business, Amazon may also charge:
- Removal Order Fees
- Disposal Fees
- Returns Processing Fees
- Aged Inventory Surcharge
- Low Inventory Level Fee
- Advertising Costs (Sponsored Products)
Understanding these fees helps sellers accurately calculate profit margins before listing products on Amazon.
Amazon Referral Fees (USA)
| Product Category | Referral Fee |
|---|---|
| Amazon Device Accessories | 45% |
| Books | 15% |
| Camera & Photo | 8% |
| Cell Phones | 8% |
| Consumer Electronics | 8% |
| Electronics Accessories | 15% (minimum fee may apply) |
| Clothing & Accessories | 5–17% depending on price |
| Shoes & Handbags | 15% |
| Beauty & Personal Care | 8–15% depending on price |
| Grocery & Gourmet Food | 8–15% depending on price |
| Health & Household | 8–15% depending on price |
| Home & Kitchen | 15% |
| Industrial & Scientific | 12% |
| Jewelry | 5–20% depending on price |
| Kitchen | 15% |
| Musical Instruments | 15% |
| Office Products | 15% |
| Pet Supplies | 15% |
| Sports & Outdoors | 15% |
| Tools & Home Improvement | 15% |
| Toys & Games | 15% |
| Video Games & Accessories | 15% |
Note: Referral fees are calculated on the total sales price, including shipping and gift wrap charges (if applicable). Amazon also applies minimum referral fees in certain categories.
Amazon Shipping Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA)
Standard-Size Products
| Product Size | Typical FBA Fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| Small Standard | From $3.00 |
| Large Standard | From $4.00 |
| Large & Heavy | Varies by weight |
Oversize Products
| Size Tier | Typical FBA Fee |
|---|---|
| Small Oversize | Weight-based |
| Medium Oversize | Weight-based |
| Large Oversize | Weight-based |
| Extra-Large Oversize | Weight-based |
Amazon FBA Storage Cost
Amazon charges monthly storage fees based on the space your inventory occupies in fulfillment centers.
| Period | Standard Storage |
|---|---|
| January – September | Lower seasonal rate |
| October – December | Higher holiday rate |
Additional storage-related fees may include:
- Low Inventory Level Fee
- Aged Inventory Surcharge
- Long-Term Storage Fees (where applicable)
- Removal Order Fees
- Disposal Fees
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Amazon referral fee calculated?
Amazon calculates the referral fee as a percentage of the total selling price, including any shipping charges paid by the customer.
Does Amazon charge storage fees every month?
Yes. Storage fees are charged monthly based on the average volume of inventory stored in Amazon fulfillment centers.
What is the difference between FBA and FBM?
Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) means Amazon stores, packs, and ships your products. Fulfilled by Merchant (FBM) means you store inventory and ship orders yourself.
Is the FBA fee the same for every product?
No. FBA fees depend on product size, shipping weight, and dimensions.
Can I estimate my profit before selling?
Yes. An Amazon FBA Calculator helps estimate referral fees, fulfillment costs, storage fees, and net profit before listing your products.
What costs are included in an Amazon FBA Calculator?
Most calculators include:
- Sale Price
- Product Cost
- Referral Fee
- FBA Fulfillment Fee
- Storage Fee
- Shipping Cost
- Packaging Cost
- Net Profit
- Profit Margin
- ROI