2024 US Holiday Peak Fulfillment Fees: A Comprehensive Guide
As Q4 approaches, Amazon US sellers must prepare for the 2024 Holiday Peak Fulfillment fees. As you know the holiday season brings higher order volumes and increased delivery costs. Understanding these fees is key to planning your budget and having a successful Q4. In this article, we will explain the main Amazon FBA fees for the holiday season to help you improve your shipping strategy and control costs.
Amazon’s 2024 Holiday Peak Fulfillment Fees: What Sellers Need to Know
As we prepare our supply chain for another great peak season in 2024, we wanted to share the annual holiday peak fulfillment fees that will apply from October 15, 2024, through January 14, 2025. This seasonal fee is like those charged by other major carriers and covers increased fulfillment and transportation operating costs during the busy holiday shopping season.
The 2024 holiday peak fulfillment fee will apply to all products. The fee amount will be the same for all items within a specific size-band for each store and will apply to US Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA), Canada FBA, North America Remote Fulfillment, US Multi-Channel Fulfillment, and Buy with Prime.
If you want you can review detailed rates by size and weight for US FBA, Canada FBA, Remote Fulfillment with FBA, and MCF on the following help pages:
US Fulfillment by Amazon Fee Rates
CA Fulfillment by Amazon Fee Rates
Remote Fulfillment with FBA Fee Rates
Amazon FBA Fulfilment Fee Changes Peak Period
This year, Amazon has streamlined its size categories into 7 distinct groups: small standard-size, large standard-size, large bulky, and extra-large. The extra-large category is further divided based on weight into 0 to 50 lbs., 50+ to 70 lbs., 70+ to 150 lbs., and 150+ lbs. This is a change from last year when there were fewer size categories.
This year, the fee differences vary across weight classes. The small standard category will see a difference of 0.23 cents to 0.29 cents. For the large standard category, fees will rise to 0.31 cents to 0.39 cents. Large Bulky products will have a $1.04 increase compared to the non-peak period. As for the Extra-large category, it has been divided into 4 subcategories this year, each with varying increases. Please refer to the table provided for the specific details on these subcategory fee changes.
Amazon’s updated fees for the peak period for non-apparel items. Here are the differences between the peak period and the non-peak periods.
Non-apparel small standard: $0.20 increase
Large standard: $0.25 to $0.40 increase
Large bulky: $1.04 increase
Extra-large: Divided into 4 subcategories with varying increases (see table for details)
For a detailed comparison between 2023 and this year’s changes, you can refer to the article provided here.
From October 15, 2024, to January 14, 2025, the holiday peak fulfillment fee will be applied to FBA (excluding apparel), apparel, and dangerous goods. On January 15, 2025, FBA fulfillment fees will revert to non-peak period rates.
An Overlook of the Holiday Peak Fees 2024 on Amazon
This year Amazon’s fee for holiday peak season announcement did not alarm sellers like last year; some even viewed it positively. However, it is important to note that while these fees appear lower, Amazon has introduced other pricey changes in 2024, including low inventory level fee , Amazon New Placement Fees etc. You can check this article if you want to learn more about the Amazon fees that have been implemented in 2024.
Looking for Amazon FBA Alternative
With Amazon reselling becoming increasingly challenging and costly, especially due to rising FBA fees, FBM prep centers are emerging as an attractive alternative for sellers seeking to reduce expenses. These centers offer a solution for those wanting to avoid the complexities of Amazon’s FBA program. By using prep centers instead of FBA, merchants can regain control over product delivery while addressing perceived logistical weaknesses in Amazon’s system. This shows a broader trend of sellers diversifying their fulfillment strategies and reducing reliance on Amazon’s ecosystem.
Get ready to tackle Amazon’s 2024 FBA fee shake-up! Don’t forget to mark your calendars: peak holiday fees will hit from October 15, 2024, to January 14, 2025. Don’t let these changes catch you off guard! Safeguard your Q4 profits by planning ahead. Consider exploring prep centers as a smart alternative. Remember, early preparation is your secret weapon against unexpected costs during the holiday rush!
Stay ahead of the game, adapt to the new fee landscape, and watch your business thrive this season with BQool AI repricer!
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