Every Amazon FBA Fee You Need to Know
Understanding FBA fees is critical to maintaining healthy margins. Here's every fee category explained with current 2026 rates.
Fulfillment Fees (Per Unit Sold)
| Size Tier | Weight | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Small Standard | Up to 16 oz | $3.22 |
| Large Standard | Up to 1 lb | $3.86 |
| Large Standard | 1–2 lb | $4.08 |
| Large Standard | 2–3 lb | $4.76 |
| Large Bulky | Up to 50 lb | $9.73 + $0.42/lb over 3 lb |
| Extra Large | Up to 50 lb | $26.33 + $0.42/lb over 3 lb |
Monthly Storage Fees
| Period | Standard Size | Large/Oversize |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Sep | $0.87/ft³ | $0.56/ft³ |
| Oct–Dec | $2.40/ft³ | $1.40/ft³ |
Aged Inventory Surcharge (Long-Term Storage)
| Age | Surcharge |
|---|---|
| 181–210 days | $0.50/ft³ |
| 211–240 days | $1.00/ft³ |
| 241–270 days | $1.50/ft³ |
| 271–300 days | $3.00/ft³ |
| 301–330 days | $4.00/ft³ |
| 331–365 days | $5.45/ft³ |
| 365+ days | $6.90/ft³ or $0.15/unit (whichever is greater) |
Other FBA Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Removal order | $0.97/unit (standard) |
| Disposal order | $0.75/unit |
| Return processing | Varies by category |
| Unplanned service | $0.20/unit (labeling) |
| Manual processing | $0.15/unit (missing box content) |
| Inventory Placement | $0.30–$3.50/unit |
How to Minimize FBA Fees
- Optimize packaging — Smaller packages = lower size tier = lower fees
- Manage inventory turnover — Avoid aged inventory surcharges
- Use removal orders before 181-day mark for slow sellers
- Ship in bulk — FTL shipments through Indray reduce per-unit inbound costs
- Monitor IPI score — Keep above 400 to avoid storage limits
- Right-size your boxes — Amazon measures and may reclassify your products
FBA Fee Calculator
Use Amazon's Revenue Calculator in Seller Central to estimate per-unit profitability before sourcing products. Factor in:
- Product cost
- Inbound shipping (use Indray's rates)
- FBA fulfillment fee
- Monthly storage
- Referral fee (typically 15%)
- Advertising costs
The Bottom Line
FBA fees are significant but manageable with proper planning. The key is optimizing your inbound shipping costs — this is where working with an experienced freight broker makes the biggest difference.
