How Amazon fees work
15% referral fee on the total sales price (item plus shipping and gift wrap) in most categories, at least $0.30 per item, plus $0.99 per item on the Individual plan. Add your FBA fulfilment fee from Seller Central.
- Referral rates vary by category (for example 8% to 17%); 15% is the 'Everything Else' rate.
- FBA fees depend on size and weight; copy yours from the Revenue Calculator in Seller Central.
You receive = sale price + shipping the buyer pays − Amazon fees Profit = you receive − item cost − postage you pay − other costs Margin = profit ÷ (sale price + shipping charged)
Source: Amazon: selling plans and fees. Fees checked against Amazon's official fee page on 28 September 2026. Sales tax collected by the platform is passed on to the tax authority and isn't counted as your money.
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Questions
How much does Amazon take from a sale?
15% referral fee on the total sales price (item plus shipping and gift wrap) in most categories, at least $0.30 per item, plus $0.99 per item on the Individual plan. Add your FBA fulfilment fee from Seller Central.
What do I keep from a $45.00 sale on Amazon?
With $8.00 shipping charged and the standard option, the fees are $7.95 and you receive $45.05. After a $12.00 item cost, $8.00 postage and $1.00 packaging, the profit is $24.05.
Is this calculator made by Amazon?
No. It's an independent calculator. Amazon is a trademark of its owner. Fees can differ by category, account and promotions, so check a real sale's fee breakdown.