Amazon Seller Fee Calculator

Amazon Seller Fee Calculator

(This fee varies by product size/weight tier. Please check Amazon's current FBA fee schedule for accuracy.)
(This fee varies by month and product type. Example: $0.87 for standard size, Jan-Sept.)

Calculation Results

Referral Fee per Unit: $0.00

FBA Fulfillment Fee per Unit: $0.00

Product Volume (Cubic Feet): 0.00

Monthly Storage Fee per Unit: $0.00

Total Fees per Unit: $0.00

Net Profit per Unit: $0.00

Monthly Totals (Based on Units Sold)

Total Monthly Referral Fees: $0.00

Total Monthly FBA Fulfillment Fees: $0.00

Total Monthly Storage Fees: $0.00

Professional Seller Fee: $0.00

Overall Total Monthly Fees: $0.00

Overall Total Monthly Revenue: $0.00

Overall Total Monthly COGS: $0.00

Overall Total Monthly Profit: $0.00

function calculateFees() { // Get input values var productSalePrice = parseFloat(document.getElementById('productSalePrice').value); var productCost = parseFloat(document.getElementById('productCost').value); var referralFeePercentage = parseFloat(document.getElementById('referralFeePercentage').value); var productLength = parseFloat(document.getElementById('productLength').value); var productWidth = parseFloat(document.getElementById('productWidth').value); var productHeight = parseFloat(document.getElementById('productHeight').value); var productWeight = parseFloat(document.getElementById('productWeight').value); // Not directly used in this simplified FBA fee, but kept for context var fbaFulfillmentFeePerUnitInput = parseFloat(document.getElementById('fbaFulfillmentFeePerUnit').value); var monthlyStorageFeePerCubicFoot = parseFloat(document.getElementById('monthlyStorageFeePerCubicFoot').value); var unitsSoldPerMonth = parseFloat(document.getElementById('unitsSoldPerMonth').value); var isProfessionalSeller = document.getElementById('isProfessionalSeller').checked; // Validate inputs if (isNaN(productSalePrice) || productSalePrice <= 0) { alert('Please enter a valid Product Sale Price.'); return; } if (isNaN(productCost) || productCost < 0) { alert('Please enter a valid Product Cost.'); return; } if (isNaN(referralFeePercentage) || referralFeePercentage 100) { alert('Please enter a valid Referral Fee Percentage (0-100).'); return; } if (isNaN(productLength) || productLength <= 0 || isNaN(productWidth) || productWidth <= 0 || isNaN(productHeight) || productHeight <= 0) { alert('Please enter valid Product Dimensions (Length, Width, Height).'); return; } if (isNaN(productWeight) || productWeight < 0) { alert('Please enter a valid Product Weight.'); return; } if (isNaN(fbaFulfillmentFeePerUnitInput) || fbaFulfillmentFeePerUnitInput < 0) { alert('Please enter a valid Estimated FBA Fulfillment Fee per Unit.'); return; } if (isNaN(monthlyStorageFeePerCubicFoot) || monthlyStorageFeePerCubicFoot < 0) { alert('Please enter a valid Monthly Storage Fee per Cubic Foot.'); return; } if (isNaN(unitsSoldPerMonth) || unitsSoldPerMonth < 0) { alert('Please enter a valid number of Units Sold Per Month.'); return; } // Calculations per unit var referralFeePerUnit = productSalePrice * (referralFeePercentage / 100); var fbaFulfillmentFeePerUnit = fbaFulfillmentFeePerUnitInput; // Directly using the input value // Product Volume (in cubic feet) // 1 cubic foot = 1728 cubic inches (12*12*12) var productVolumeCubicInches = productLength * productWidth * productHeight; var productVolumeCubicFeet = productVolumeCubicInches / 1728; var monthlyStorageFeePerUnit = productVolumeCubicFeet * monthlyStorageFeePerCubicFoot; var totalFeesPerUnit = referralFeePerUnit + fbaFulfillmentFeePerUnit + monthlyStorageFeePerUnit; var netProfitPerUnit = productSalePrice – productCost – totalFeesPerUnit; // Monthly Totals var totalMonthlyReferralFees = referralFeePerUnit * unitsSoldPerMonth; var totalMonthlyFBAFulfillmentFees = fbaFulfillmentFeePerUnit * unitsSoldPerMonth; var totalMonthlyStorageFees = monthlyStorageFeePerUnit * unitsSoldPerMonth; var professionalSellerFee = isProfessionalSeller ? 39.99 : 0; var overallTotalMonthlyFees = totalMonthlyReferralFees + totalMonthlyFBAFulfillmentFees + totalMonthlyStorageFees + professionalSellerFee; var overallTotalMonthlyRevenue = productSalePrice * unitsSoldPerMonth; var overallTotalMonthlyCOGS = productCost * unitsSoldPerMonth; var overallTotalMonthlyProfit = overallTotalMonthlyRevenue – overallTotalMonthlyCOGS – overallTotalMonthlyFees; // Display results document.getElementById('referralFeePerUnit').innerText = '$' + referralFeePerUnit.toFixed(2); document.getElementById('fbaFulfillmentFeePerUnitOutput').innerText = '$' + fbaFulfillmentFeePerUnit.toFixed(2); document.getElementById('productVolumeCubicFeet').innerText = productVolumeCubicFeet.toFixed(3) + ' cu ft'; document.getElementById('monthlyStorageFeePerUnit').innerText = '$' + monthlyStorageFeePerUnit.toFixed(2); document.getElementById('totalFeesPerUnit').innerText = '$' + totalFeesPerUnit.toFixed(2); document.getElementById('netProfitPerUnit').innerText = '$' + netProfitPerUnit.toFixed(2); document.getElementById('totalMonthlyReferralFees').innerText = '$' + totalMonthlyReferralFees.toFixed(2); document.getElementById('totalMonthlyFBAFulfillmentFees').innerText = '$' + totalMonthlyFBAFulfillmentFees.toFixed(2); document.getElementById('totalMonthlyStorageFees').innerText = '$' + totalMonthlyStorageFees.toFixed(2); document.getElementById('professionalSellerFeeDisplay').innerText = '$' + professionalSellerFee.toFixed(2); document.getElementById('overallTotalMonthlyFees').innerText = '$' + overallTotalMonthlyFees.toFixed(2); document.getElementById('overallTotalMonthlyRevenue').innerText = '$' + overallTotalMonthlyRevenue.toFixed(2); document.getElementById('overallTotalMonthlyCOGS').innerText = '$' + overallTotalMonthlyCOGS.toFixed(2); document.getElementById('overallTotalMonthlyProfit').innerText = '$' + overallTotalMonthlyProfit.toFixed(2); } // Run calculation on page load with default values window.onload = calculateFees;

Understanding Amazon Seller Fees: A Guide to Profitability

Selling on Amazon can be a highly lucrative venture, but navigating the various fees can be complex. To ensure profitability, it's crucial for every Amazon seller to accurately calculate the costs associated with each sale. Our Amazon Seller Fee Calculator helps you estimate these expenses, giving you a clearer picture of your potential net profit.

Key Amazon Seller Fees Explained

Amazon charges several types of fees, primarily depending on your selling plan (Individual or Professional) and whether you use Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) or Fulfillment by Merchant (FBM).

1. Referral Fees

This is Amazon's commission for each item sold. It's calculated as a percentage of the total sale price (including shipping and gift-wrap charges) and varies significantly by product category. Most referral fees range from 8% to 15%, but some categories can be as low as 6% or as high as 45%. There's often a minimum referral fee (e.g., $0.30) for certain categories.

Calculation: Product Sale Price × (Referral Fee Percentage / 100)

2. FBA Fulfillment Fees

If you use Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA), Amazon handles storage, packing, shipping, customer service, and returns for your products. The FBA fulfillment fee is charged per unit and is based on the product's dimensions (size tier) and shipping weight. These fees are a significant part of your costs and can vary greatly.

Calculation: This calculator uses an Estimated FBA Fulfillment Fee per Unit as a direct input, as Amazon's fee structure is highly detailed and subject to frequent changes. Always refer to Amazon's official FBA fee schedule for the most accurate current rates.

3. Monthly Storage Fees

FBA sellers also pay for the storage space their inventory occupies in Amazon's fulfillment centers. This fee is calculated per cubic foot and varies based on the time of year (higher during peak holiday season, October-December) and the product's size tier (standard-size vs. oversize).

Calculation:
Product Volume (Cubic Feet) = (Product Length × Product Width × Product Height) / 1728 (if dimensions are in inches)
Monthly Storage Fee per Unit = Product Volume (Cubic Feet) × Monthly Storage Fee per Cubic Foot

4. Professional Seller Subscription Fee

For sellers on the Professional selling plan, Amazon charges a flat monthly subscription fee of $39.99. This plan is generally recommended if you sell more than 40 units per month, as the per-item fee for Individual sellers ($0.99 per item) would quickly exceed the subscription cost.

Calculation: $39.99 per month (if Professional Seller)

How to Use the Calculator

  1. Product Sale Price: Enter the price you plan to sell your item for on Amazon.
  2. Product Cost: Input the cost of acquiring or manufacturing your product.
  3. Referral Fee Percentage: Find the correct referral fee percentage for your product's category on Amazon's seller central.
  4. Product Dimensions & Weight: Provide the exact length, width, height (in inches), and weight (in lbs) of your packaged product. These are crucial for FBA fee calculations.
  5. Estimated FBA Fulfillment Fee per Unit: Look up the current FBA fulfillment fee for your product's size and weight tier on Amazon's fee schedule and enter it here.
  6. Monthly Storage Fee per Cubic Foot: Find the current monthly storage fee for your product type and the relevant month on Amazon's fee schedule.
  7. Units Sold Per Month: Estimate how many units of this product you expect to sell in a month.
  8. Professional Seller Account: Check this box if you are on the Professional selling plan.

Click "Calculate Amazon Fees" to see a detailed breakdown of your per-unit and monthly fees, as well as your estimated net profit.

Example Calculation

Let's consider an example using the default values in the calculator:

  • Product Sale Price: $25.00
  • Product Cost: $8.00
  • Referral Fee Percentage: 15%
  • Product Dimensions: 8″ L x 6″ W x 2″ H
  • Product Weight: 0.5 lbs
  • Estimated FBA Fulfillment Fee: $3.22
  • Monthly Storage Fee per Cubic Foot: $0.87 (for Jan-Sept, standard size)
  • Units Sold Per Month: 300
  • Professional Seller Account: Yes

Based on these inputs, the calculator would show:

  • Referral Fee per Unit: $25.00 * 15% = $3.75
  • FBA Fulfillment Fee per Unit: $3.22
  • Product Volume: (8*6*2)/1728 = 0.056 cubic feet
  • Monthly Storage Fee per Unit: 0.056 * $0.87 = $0.05
  • Total Fees per Unit: $3.75 + $3.22 + $0.05 = $7.02
  • Net Profit per Unit: $25.00 – $8.00 – $7.02 = $9.98
  • Overall Total Monthly Profit: ($9.98 * 300 units) – $39.99 (Professional Seller Fee) = $2994.00 – $39.99 = $2954.01

This example demonstrates how quickly fees can add up and why precise calculation is essential for setting competitive prices and achieving your desired profit margins.

Why Accurate Fee Calculation Matters

Understanding your Amazon seller fees is not just about knowing your costs; it's about strategic business planning:

  • Pricing Strategy: Helps you set a competitive yet profitable selling price.
  • Product Sourcing: Guides decisions on which products are viable to sell on Amazon.
  • Inventory Management: Highlights the cost of holding inventory, especially during peak seasons.
  • Profitability Analysis: Provides a clear view of your actual profit margins after all Amazon-related expenses.

Always cross-reference your calculations with Amazon's official fee schedules, as fees can change. This calculator provides a robust estimate to help you make informed decisions for your Amazon business.

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