1. What Are Amazon Seller Fees?

Amazon seller fees consist of three main components: referral fees (percentage of sale price), FBA fees (fulfillment costs), and storage fees (monthly inventory charges). Understanding these fees is crucial for profitability.

2. How Fees Are Calculated

The total fees are calculated using this simple formula:

Where:

• Referral Fee — Percentage of item price (typically 6%-45%)
• FBA Fee — Covers picking, packing, shipping and customer service
• Storage Fee — Monthly charge based on volume (cubic feet)

Note: Actual fees vary by product category, size tier, and time of year (higher storage fees during Q4).

3. Importance of Fee Calculation

Details: Accurate fee calculation helps sellers price products competitively while maintaining profitability. Fees typically account for 25-35% of the sale price.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter each fee component in USD. Referral fees can be calculated as (Item Price × Category Percentage). FBA and storage fees can be found in Amazon's fee calculators.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I find my exact referral fee percentage?
A: Check Amazon's category fee schedule - percentages vary from 6% (personal computers) to 45% (Amazon device accessories).

Q2: Are there additional fees not included here?
A: Yes, may include long-term storage fees, removal fees, returns processing fees, and advertising costs.

Q3: When are storage fees charged?
A: Monthly storage fees are charged between the 7th-15th of each month. Higher rates apply October-December.

Q4: How can I reduce FBA fees?
A: Optimize packaging to qualify for smaller size tiers, improve inventory turnover to reduce storage fees.

Q5: Do fees differ by marketplace?
A: Yes, fee structures vary slightly between Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk, etc.