Amazon Fee & Profit Calculator
Calculate exact Amazon seller fees, payment processing rates, and total net profit margins.
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| Change | Price | Net Profit | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| -10% | $58.50 | $22.73 | 38.8% |
| -5% | $61.75 | $25.49 | 41.3% |
| Current | $65.00 | $28.25 | 43.5% |
| +5% | $68.25 | $31.01 | 45.4% |
| +10% | $71.50 | $33.77 | 47.2% |
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Real-World Amazon Fee Scenarios
These examples are dynamically calculated using our unified 2026 Amazon fee engine. They reflect United States (US) rates and thresholds. Region-specific rules (like Depop's UK vs US payments) may vary.
FBM Individual Plan
A $30 sale with the $0.99 per-item fee and standard referral cut.
FBA Professional Plan
A $30 sale (per-item fee waived) plus a typical $4.00 FBA fulfillment fee.
Understanding Amazon Seller Fees
Amazon charges sellers two main types of fees: Referral Fees (the commission for selling on their marketplace) and Fulfillment Fees (if using FBA).
- Referral Fees: Ranging from 8% to 17% depending on the product category (typically 15%).
- Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA): A flat fee per unit based on size and weight.
- Selling Plans: Individual plans charge $0.99 per item, while Professional plans cost $39.99/month with no per-item closing fee.
Amazon Category Referral Rates & FBA Fulfillment Schedule
Official 2026 referral percentages across all product categories, minimum referral cuts, and FBA fulfillment size tier fees.
| Main Department | Product Category Name | Referral Rate | Min Referral Fee | Closing Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apparel & Fashion | Clothing & Accessories Men & Women Clothing, Shoes & Handbags | 17.0% | $0.30 | $0.00 |
| Electronics & Computing | Consumer Electronics & Computers Computers, Desktops, Laptops & Audio Devices | 8.0% | $0.30 | $0.00 |
| Electronics & Computing | Video Game Consoles PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Hardware | 8.0% | $0.30 | $0.00 |
| Luxury & Jewelry | Jewelry & Watches Fine Jewelry, Diamonds & Luxury Timepieces | 20.0% | $0.30 | $0.00 |
| Media & Literature | Books & Media (+ $1.80 closing fee) Books, Textbooks, Magazines, DVDs & Music | 15.0% | $1.80 | $1.80 (Media) |
| Consumables & Food | Grocery & Gourmet Food Packaged Grocery, Coffee, Gourmet & Pantry Items | 15.0% | $0.30 | $0.00 |
| Health & Beauty | Beauty & Personal Care Cosmetics, Skincare, Haircare & Fragrances | 15.0% | $0.30 | $0.00 |
| Automotive & Industrial | Automotive & Powersports Car Parts, Accessories, Diagnostic Tools & Tires | 12.0% | $0.30 | $0.00 |
| Home & Improvement | Tools, Home & Garden Home Improvement, Power Tools & Lawn Equipment | 15.0% | $0.30 | $0.00 |
| General Merchandise | Everything Else / General Merchandise All other standard product lines & merchandise | 15.0% | $0.30 | $0.00 |
FBA Fulfillment Pick & Pack Fee Schedule (2026 Standard Sizes)
Dimensions: 15" x 12" x 0.75" max
Dimensions: 18" x 14" x 8" max
Weight above 3 lb: +$0.38/lb
Marketplace Fee Documentation & Frequently Asked Questions
Official 2026 fee schedules, commission matrices, store subscriptions, and margin calculation formulas for multi-channel e-commerce sellers.
What fees does Amazon charge?
Amazon charges: (1) Referral Fees (typically 8% to 15% depending on product category); (2) Selling Plan fees ($0.99 per item sold on the Individual plan, or $39.99/month on the Professional plan); (3) Closing Fees ($1.80 per media item); and (4) Optional FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon) fees covering picking, packing, weight shipping, and monthly warehouse storage.
What does Amazon charge for seller fees?
Amazon seller fees comprise category referral percentages (standard 15% for general merchandise, 8% for consumer electronics, 17% for apparel > $20), account plan fees ($0.99/item or $39.99/mo), and fulfillment fees ($3.22–$7.50+ per unit for Prime FBA).
Does Amazon have a fee?
Yes. Amazon charges a referral commission on every completed sale regardless of selling plan. Referral rates range from 6% to 20%, with standard categories averaging 15% of the total sales price.
How much commission is charged by Amazon?
Amazon referral commissions by category: Consumer Electronics (8%), Video Game Consoles (8%), Automotive (12%), Home & Garden (15%), Beauty (8% <= $10, 15% > $10), Apparel (17% > $20, 5% <= $15), Books/Media (15% + $1.80 closing fee), and Jewelry (20% up to $250, 5% above).
How to calculate Amazon fees?
To calculate Amazon fees: (1) Multiply gross selling price by your category referral percentage (e.g. 15%). (2) Add $0.99 per item if on the Individual plan. (3) If using FBA, add the pick & pack fulfillment fee based on package weight and dimensions. (4) Subtract total fees and product COGS from gross revenue to determine net profit.
Why is my FBA fee so high?
FBA fees increase if your item: (1) Exceeds standard size dimensions into oversize categories (length × width × height ÷ 139 dimensional weight); (2) Incurs aged inventory surcharges (>180 days in storage); (3) Maintains low inventory levels triggering low-inventory-level fees; or (4) Accumulates peak holiday storage rates between October and December.
How do I calculate my Amazon seller fees?
Use our live Amazon Fee Calculator: enter your sold price, shipping charged, product category, selling plan (Individual vs Pro), and fulfillment method (FBM vs FBA) to get an itemized breakdown of referral cuts, fulfillment costs, and net margin.
Is selling items on Amazon free?
No. While you can register for an Individual seller plan with $0 monthly subscription, Amazon charges $0.99 per item sold plus standard category referral commissions (e.g. 15%) on every transaction.
What are the new fees for Amazon in 2026?
Key 2026 Amazon fee updates include: discounted FBA fulfillment tiers for low-price apparel under $20 ($0.77–$1.00 discount), inbound placement service fee choices, low-inventory-level fees for standard-size goods with under 28 days of historical supply, and updated monthly storage rates.
How to calculate FBA charges?
FBA charges = Pick & pack order fulfillment fee (starting at $3.22 for standard small packages under 4 oz, up to $4.75+ for 1-2 lb items) + Monthly cubic foot storage fee ($0.87/cu.ft. Jan–Sep, $2.40/cu.ft. Oct–Dec) + Any optional inbound placement or prep services.
How much does Amazon FBA cost per month?
Amazon FBA costs include the $39.99/month Professional seller subscription, monthly storage fees ($50–$300/month for average small shops), and per-unit pick & pack fulfillment fees ($3.50–$6.00 per item sold). A shop selling 100 units monthly typically spends $450 to $700 total in FBA fees.
How to calculate Amazon seller profit?
Amazon Net Profit = Sold Price + Shipping Charged - Category Referral Fee - FBA Fulfillment Fee - Inbound Shipping - Product Cost (COGS) - Ad Spend. Net Margin (%) = (Net Profit / Gross Revenue) × 100.
how to calculate amazon fba fees?
Use our Amazon FBA calculator: input your item dimensions (length, width, height, weight) and selling price to compute exact referral commissions, tier fulfillment fees, and net profit margins.