• January 15, 2026 most updates go live
• April 1, 2026 Returns-processing thresholds change to now include Small/Large Bulky
  
  • Refresher on Returns Processing Fees:
    
    • Amazon charges a Returns Processing Fee only when an ASIN's return rate exceeds a category-specific threshold.
    • Return rate is measured over a rolling window (current month + the next two months).
    • The fee applies only to units above the threshold: per-unit amount depends on size tier and shipping weight.

What's Brand New in 2026

• High-Price FBA fee tier for items over $50
• +$0.31 (on average) added to the FBA fee
• Overmax size category for very large items (with surcharges)
  
  • Extra-Large (up to 150 lbs.) products exceeding 96 on the longest side or 130 in (length + girth) are considered Overmax.
  • Overmax weight bands (indicative):
    
    • 0-50 lbs: $17
    • 50-70 lbs: $21
    • 70-150 lbs: $25
• SIPP packaging fee ($2.07/unit) if you're not enrolled in Ships in Product Packaging (mainly Small/Large Bulky)
• To check size tiers for catalog items: Seller Central > ☰ > Reports > Fulfillment > Payments (left) > Fee Preview
• Additional aged-inventory tier at 457+ days: charged by $7.90/cu ft or $0.35/unit (which ever is higher)
• AWD regional storage pricing (rates vary by region)
• MCF surcharge: +5% if you opt out of Amazon Logistics delivery

What's Getting More Expensive (vs. 2025)

• Aged inventory (12–15 months):per-unit penalty increases
• 456+ days:$7.90 per cubic foot or $0.35 per unit, whichever is greater
• MCF rates up for small/large standard (1–2 unit orders) and all bulky tiers
• Buy with Prime: higher fulfillment rates across standard and bulky
• Inbound Placement Service: pricier for Large Bulky; new weight bands (3–20 lb) for Large Standard
• NARF: rate increases for Canada/Mexico; decreases for Brazil

What's Cheaper or Going Away

• FBA Prep Service: Discontinued(you’ll need to handle prep/labeling via factory, 3PL, or in-house)
  
  • In some circumstances, FBA may charge you an unplanned service fee if items you sent did not include the required label or prep when they arrived at the fulfillment center. Unplanned service fees are charged per unit.
  • Unplanned service fees are based on your coaching level.
  • Repeat violations may result in suspension of shipping privileges.
• Removal fees:$0.20 lower for small items
• Buy with Prime – Prime Service Fee: minimum drops from $1.00 → $0.30 per order

Structural Rule Changes You'll Feel

• Low Inventory Level Fee (LILF)now applies at the FNSKU level, expands to Small/Large Bulky; Grocery/Gourmet is exempt
• Size tiers reworked:
  
  • Large Bulky splits into Small Bulky and Large Bulky
  • Apparel aligns to the non-apparel structure
  • Large Standard adds five new weight bands (3–20 lb)
• Coupons: variable coupon fee capped at $2,000 per coupon

Biggest Margin Risks (and how to defend them)

1. Aged inventory penalties
   The new 457+ days tier is expensive. Use pricing, promos, and removals to avoid aging into higher brackets.
2. SIPP packaging fee (~$2.07/unit)
   For Small/Large Bulky, not enrolling in SIPP can erase profit quickly. Confirm packaging qualifies or enroll eligible SKUs.
3. MCF & Buy with Prime rate changes
   Re-price DTC/off-Amazon offers or adjust service levels. If you won’t use Amazon Logistics for MCF, factor in the +5% surcharge.
4. LILF at the FNSKU level
   Track days of supply per FNSKU (not just parent) to stay above thresholds—especially if you have many variants. Grocery/Gourmet is exempt.

Pro tip: Build a monthly “fee drift” report that compares last month’s realized fees vs. modeled fees by FNSKU so you can catch surprises early.

Simple Checklist Before January 15, 2026

• Clear aging stock so you don’t roll past 366–456 or 457+ days in FBA
• Replace Amazon prep: align factory/3PL/in-house SOPs for labeling, bagging, bubble-wrap
• Enroll in SIPP(where eligible) to avoid the ~$2.07 packaging fee on bulky goods
• Audit size/weight mappings: watch for items that jump into Overmax or shift under the new weight bands
• Re-model MCF/BWP costs: include the +5% MCF surcharge if you won’t use Amazon Logistics
• Plan for returns-threshold changes by April 1

Quick FAQ

• Does the Low-Price (<$10) program still exist?
  Yes—Amazon updated the low-price rate card; check your exact size/weight for2026.
• Is apparel still different?
  Apparel is now aligned with non-apparel, and weight bands are more granular.
• Anything positive for promotions?
  Yes—coupon fees are capped at $2,000 per coupon.

Final Word

2026 isn’t just “price changes”—it’s structural. The wins (coupon cap, removal-fee drop, lower BWP minimum) are real, but aged inventory, SIPP packaging, MCF/BWP, and LILF will drive most margin swings. Getahead now to avoid surprise deductions later.

Seller Central References

• 2026 US FBA fulfillment fee changes: https://sellercentral.amazon.com/help/hub/reference/GABBX6GZPA8MSZGW
• Aged Inventory Surcharge: https://sellercentral.amazon.com/help/hub/reference/GJQNPA23YWVA4SBD?locale=en-US
• FBA Prep Service: https://sellercentral.amazon.com/help/hub/reference/G201023020?locale=en-US
• Multi-Channel Distribution using AWD: https://sellercentral.amazon.com/help/hub/reference/GEPTXX9PMMXUKMK9
• Ships in Product Packaging (SIPP): https://sellercentral.amazon.com/help/hub/reference/GDTDMAWM8FG2CX6U?locale=en-US
• Fee Preview: https://sellercentral.amazon.com/reportcentral/ESTIMATED_FBA_FEES/1
• Unplanned Services: https://sellercentral.amazon.com/help/hub/reference/G201000230?mons_sel_mkid=amzn1.mp.o.ATVPDKIKX0DER&mons_sel_mcid=amzn1.merchant.o.A2UPV599URYNPE&mons_sel_persist=true
• Fees for Remote fulfillment with FBA: https://sellercentral.amazon.com/help/hub/reference/external/GZPT8XN3YNMRXFEZ?locale=en-US

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