Optional Fees<\/strong><\/td>Costs for advertising, labeling, returns, prep, and removals<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nYou may also face penalties<\/strong> if you don\u2019t maintain healthy inventory levels or let products sit too long in FBA warehouses.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThese fees apply across all Amazon marketplaces,<\/strong> including the United States, Canada, and Europe, but some charges, like currency conversion fees<\/strong> or VAT services<\/strong>, may apply for international sellers.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you’re using Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA)<\/strong>, your total fees per product often include referral<\/strong>, fulfillment<\/strong>, and storage<\/strong>. For FBM sellers<\/strong>, you usually only pay referral fees, but handle your own shipping and service costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNext, let’s look more closely at how referral fees work by product category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>What is the Amazon referral fee per category in 2026?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAmazon referral fees are the most common seller cost. This fee is a percentage of your product’s total sale price, including item cost, shipping, and any gift wrap. The percentage depends on which category your item falls into.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How much is the referral fee?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nIn 2026, Amazon referral fees typically range from 8% to 15%<\/strong>, but some categories, like jewelry<\/strong> or Amazon device accessories,<\/strong> go as high as 45%<\/strong>. Most sellers fall in the 15% range.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAmazon Referral Fee Rates by Category (2026)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nProduct Category<\/strong><\/td>Referral Fee<\/strong><\/td>Minimum Fee Per Item<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Apparel & Accessories<\/td> 17%<\/td> $0.30<\/td><\/tr> Electronics<\/td> 8%<\/td> $0.30<\/td><\/tr> Books<\/td> 15%<\/td> $0.30<\/td><\/tr> Grocery & Gourmet Food<\/td> 8% for items under $15, 15% above<\/td> $0.30<\/td><\/tr> Beauty Products<\/td> 8% under $10, 15% above<\/td> $0.30<\/td><\/tr> Jewelry<\/td> 20% up to $250, 5% above $250<\/td> $0.30<\/td><\/tr> Furniture<\/td> 10% up to $200, 15% above<\/td> $0.30<\/td><\/tr> Pet Supplies<\/td> 15%<\/td> $0.30<\/td><\/tr> Baby Products<\/td> 8% up to $10, 15% above<\/td> $0.30<\/td><\/tr> Toys & Games<\/td> 15%<\/td> $0.30<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nAmazon uses the category-specific referral rate<\/strong> to calculate fees automatically when a product is sold.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFor example, if you sell a $50 toy<\/strong>, Amazon deducts 15%<\/strong> of the total price, which is $7.50<\/strong>, as the referral fee. If the product price is low, the minimum fee of $0.30<\/strong> may apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThese percentages apply to both FBM and FBA sellers<\/strong>, and they are deducted regardless of your shipping method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>What is the Amazon monthly subscription fee in 2026?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIn 2026, Amazon offers two types of seller accounts: Individual<\/strong> and Professional<\/strong>. Only the Professional plan includes a monthly subscription fee, which is $39.99 per month<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you sell more than 40 products per month<\/strong>, the Professional plan is usually the better choice. It removes per-item charges and unlocks key features like bulk listing tools<\/strong>, advertising access<\/strong>, and Amazon API integrations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nComparison: Individual vs. Professional Seller Accounts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nFeature<\/strong><\/td>Individual Plan<\/strong><\/td>Professional Plan<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Monthly Fee<\/td> $0<\/td> $39.99<\/td><\/tr> Per-Item Fee<\/td> $0.99 per item sold<\/td> $0<\/td><\/tr> Ability to Run Ads<\/td> No<\/td> Yes<\/td><\/tr> Access to FBA<\/td> Yes<\/td> Yes<\/td><\/tr> Bulk Listings via Inventory File<\/td> No<\/td> Yes<\/td><\/tr> Promotions and Coupons<\/td> No<\/td> Yes<\/td><\/tr> Buy Box Eligibility<\/td> No<\/td> Yes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe subscription fee does not include<\/strong> fulfillment, storage, or referral fees. It\u2019s only the cost of having a Professional account with access to more tools and features.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you’re just starting out or testing products, the Individual plan<\/strong> may be enough. But once your sales grow, the Professional plan<\/strong> usually pays for itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>How do Amazon FBA fulfillment fees work in 2026?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf you use Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA)<\/strong>, Amazon charges you a fee for picking, packing, shipping, and customer service. This is called the fulfillment fee<\/strong>, and it\u2019s based on the product size tier<\/strong> and weight<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFBA fees are charged per unit<\/strong>, so they can add up quickly if your items are large or heavy. These rates were updated in 2026 to reflect increased logistics and handling costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSize Tier<\/strong><\/td>Weight Range<\/strong><\/td>Fee Per Unit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Small Standard (\u226412 oz)<\/td> Up to 12 oz<\/td> $3.22 \u2013 $3.77<\/td><\/tr> Large Standard (1\u20133 lb)<\/td> 12 oz to 3 lb<\/td> $4.75 \u2013 $6.68<\/td><\/tr> Small Oversize<\/td> Up to 2 lb<\/td> $8.26 \u2013 $10.35<\/td><\/tr> Medium Oversize<\/td> Up to 5 lb<\/td> $11.78 \u2013 $16.25<\/td><\/tr> Large Oversize<\/td> Over 5 lb<\/td> $16.25 and up<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nAmazon also introduced a low-inventory-level fee<\/strong> in 2026 for sellers who don\u2019t keep enough stock on hand to meet customer demand. This fee applies if your inventory consistently falls below the recommended coverage threshold.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFulfillment fees are calculated per unit and apply in addition to referral fees<\/strong>. They include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\nPicking and packing your order<\/li>\n\n\n\n Shipping to the customer<\/li>\n\n\n\n Customer service and returns handling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nIf your product is large or oddly shaped, your cost may fall into a higher size tier<\/strong> due to dimensional weight<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAmazon provides a fee preview tool<\/strong> in Seller Central so you can estimate your exact cost before listing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>What are the Amazon storage fees in 2026?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAmazon charges monthly storage fees<\/strong> to all FBA sellers for keeping inventory in its fulfillment centers. These fees depend on two main factors: product size<\/strong> and time of year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIn 2026, Amazon will also apply an aged inventory surcharge<\/strong> if your products stay in the warehouse too long.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMonthly Storage Fees (FBA) \u2014 Per Cubic Foot<\/h3>\n\n\n\nPeriod<\/strong><\/td>Standard Size Items<\/strong><\/td>Oversize Items<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>January \u2013 September<\/td> $0.87<\/td> $0.56<\/td><\/tr> October \u2013 December<\/td> $2.40<\/td> $1.40<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nPeak season rates are higher because warehouse space is in high demand. If you sell seasonal or slower-moving items, it\u2019s important to track how long your inventory stays stored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aged Inventory Surcharge (Starting Day 181)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n If your FBA inventory stays longer than 180 days, you\u2019ll pay an additional fee<\/strong> on top of monthly storage. This is called the aged inventory surcharge<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nInventory Age<\/strong><\/td>Fee per Cubic Foot<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>181 to 270 days<\/td> $1.50<\/td><\/tr> 271 to 365 days<\/td> $3.60<\/td><\/tr> Over 365 days<\/td> $6.90<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nAmazon tracks storage duration using unit-level data<\/strong>, so even a few units can trigger this fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\nTo reduce storage costs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nImprove your sell-through rate<\/li>\n\n\n\n Send smaller shipments more frequently<\/li>\n\n\n\n Use automated removal or liquidation options for old stock<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nStorage fees are billed monthly<\/strong>, and they appear in your Amazon FBA inventory report<\/strong> inside Seller Central.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>How do Amazon FBM fees compare to FBA fees?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFBM stands for Fulfilled by Merchant<\/strong>. If you use FBM, you handle your own shipping, storage, packaging, and customer service. Amazon only charges you the referral fee<\/strong> when you sell a product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n