August 8, 2025

As an Amazon seller, understanding the fee structure is crucial to keeping your business profitable. Whether you’re a seasoned seller or just starting, knowing the ins and outs of Amazon’s fees—from referral fees to FBA fulfillment fees—can save you time, money, and unnecessary stress. We’ll break down the most common Amazon fees and share actionable strategies for reducing them. Plus, we’ll highlight tools like SellerPulse that help you monitor and optimize your profits. Key Amazon Fees and How to Manage Them Referral Fees Amazon takes a percentage of each sale based on the product category. These fees can range from 8% to 15%. To keep them in check, ensure you understand what percentage applies to your products. FBA Fulfillment Fees These cover the cost of Amazon picking, packing, and shipping your products. They’re calculated per unit and can vary based on size and weight. Smaller products typically incur lower fees. Storage Fees Storage fees are charged for housing your products at Amazon’s fulfillment centers. The fees increase during peak seasons like Q4 and for aged inventory that remains in the warehouse for over 180 days. Other Fees Returns Processing Fees: Some categories, like apparel, charge fees when customers return products. High-Volume Listing Fees: These are charged for managing a large catalog of products. Refund Administration Fees: Even Amazon charges to process customer refunds. How to Reduce Amazon Fees Optimize Your FBA Packaging Use the Fee Preview Tool to ensure your packaging is efficient. The smaller the package, the lower the fulfillment and storage fees. Remove Slow-Moving Inventory Keep an eye on slow-moving products and remove or reprice them before they incur aged inventory fees. Automate Fee Monitoring Use tools like SellerPulse to automatically track your fees and get alerts when costs increase. This can help you stay ahead and optimize your margins.   Managing Amazon fees doesn’t have to be a headache. By understanding the fee structure, using tools to track them, and optimizing your product listings and inventory, you can increase profitability and ensure your Amazon business thrives. Start implementing these strategies today and take control of your Amazon fees! Contact us today for a consultation Follow BIE on Instagram & Linkedin to stay updated with the trends.