Amazon FBA Profit Calculator
Calculation Summary
Amazon Referral Fee:
Estimated FBA Fulfillment Fee:
Total Fees:
Net Profit:
Profit Margin:
Return on Investment (ROI):
Understanding the Amazon FBA Calculator
Selling on Amazon via the Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) program offers incredible scale, but the fee structure can be complex. This Amazon FBA Calculator helps sellers determine their true bottom line by accounting for referral fees, fulfillment costs, and overhead.
Key Components of FBA Fees
- Referral Fee: This is Amazon's "commission" for selling on their platform. For most categories, this is 15%, but it can range from 8% to 45% depending on the niche.
- Fulfillment Fee: This covers picking, packing, and shipping your product to the customer. It is calculated based on the weight and dimensions of the packaged unit.
- Storage Fee: Amazon charges monthly fees to store your inventory in their fulfillment centers. These rates fluctuate seasonally (rising significantly from October to December).
- COGS (Cost of Goods Sold): The total cost to manufacture or purchase one unit of your product.
Example Profit Calculation
Imagine you are selling a yoga mat for $40.00:
- Sale Price: $40.00
- COGS: $10.00
- Referral Fee (15%): $6.00
- FBA Fulfillment Fee (Large Standard): $6.50
- Shipping to Warehouse: $1.00
- Storage Fee: $0.50
- Net Profit: $16.00
- Margin: 40%
How to Use This Tool for Product Research
When scouting for new products, successful sellers use the FBA calculator to find "The Golden Ratio." Ideally, your COGS should be no more than 25-30% of the sale price, Amazon fees should consume another 30-35%, leaving you with a healthy 30%+ profit margin. This buffer is essential to cover PPC (Pay-Per-Click) advertising costs and returns.