FBA is a logistics service provided by Amazon for sellers, enabling sellers to store products in Amazon's warehouse, and Amazon is responsible for picking, packaging and distribution. For many Chinese sellers, shipping is the main way to ship goods to FBA warehouses in the United States, because it is more economical in cost than express and air freight. However, the costs involved in shipping FBA are diversified, choosing different channels, different regions or FBA warehouses, different products, different volumes/weights are different, we will analyze it in detail below.
1. FBA shipping LCL charges
Freight: Freight from domestic ports to basic ports on the East Coast of the United States or Mexico, usually charged by cubic meter (CBM), and the price is in the tens of dollars /CBM.
Agency and warehouse fees: This depends on the volume and gross weight of the goods and whether pallets or cartons are used. Typically, these costs are in the range of a few hundred dollars.
Customs clearance fee: The customs clearance fee is usually between $100-125 per shipment.
ISF FILING FEE: This is the fee associated with a cargo security filing and is typically between $25- $50.
Us Import and Export Company letterhead fee: If it is necessary to use a US import and Export trading company letterhead, there will be a flat fee per ticket.
SINGLE BOND: This is a cargo guarantee whose cost depends on the value of the goods and is in the tens of dollars.
ISF BOND: This is also a security guarantee related to the security of the cargo, and the cost is a fixed fee calculated by the ticket.
Delivery fees: Depending on distance and location, delivery fees usually range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars.
Other fees: Additional charges such as import taxes, customs inspection fees, and waiting for Amazon delivery may also be included, which can cost around $20-25 / pallet.
2. FBA shipping FCL charges
Port charges: Various charges incurred at the port, such as customs declaration fees, documentation fees, THC, dock fees, booking fees, etc.
Sea freight: The cost of shipping from a domestic port to a U.S. port, depending on the type and quantity of cargo. For example, a small container (20-foot container) to a small port on the West Coast of the United States (such as LA) costs about $1,000, while a tall container (40-foot container) costs about $1,400.
Customs fees: Customs fees typically range from $100-125 per shipment.
ISF FILING FEE: A fee associated with a cargo security filing, usually between $25- $50.
Borrowing US trading company letterhead fee: There is a flat fee per ticket if required.
SINGLE BOND: This is a cargo guarantee whose cost depends on the value of the goods and is in the tens of dollars.
ISF BOND: A flat fee per ticket.
Delivery fees: Depending on distance and location, delivery fees usually range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars.
Other fees: Import taxes, customs inspection fees and other additional fees may also be included.
FBA sea freight calculation method
FBA Sea freight is usually calculated by weight or volume. For FCL shipments, the charge is usually calculated in cubic meters (CBM), while for LCL shipments, the charge may be calculated in kilograms or tons. In addition, there are other costs to consider, such as customs clearance fees, duties, incidentals, etc.
Overall, FBA ocean freight is a complex issue involving multiple aspects and factors. In order to ensure accurate calculation of fees and avoid unnecessary trouble, it is recommended that sellers consult in detail with the freight forwarder or logistics company before shipping, and make sure to understand all related fees and responsibilities.
Iii. Calculation method of FBA shipping expenses
The calculation method of FBA ocean freight is based on the actual weight and volumetric weight of the goods, and the larger one is taken as the basis for billing. The conversion formula of volume weight is: volume (cubic meter) × 1000000 ÷6000 (kg). For example, if the actual weight of the goods is 500 kg, the volume is 4 cubic meters, then the volume weight is 4× 1000000 ÷6000=667 kg, according to the freight of 5 yuan/kg, then the shipping cost is 667×5=3333 yuan.
Fourth, in addition to shipping costs, the first FBA journey costs of the United States also include the following aspects:
Customs clearance fees: Customs duties and other fees payable when goods enter the United States, depending on the type and value of the goods;
Customs declaration fee: the handling fee for domestic export entrusted customs brokers or freight agents to declare to the customs;
Insurance premium: refers to the insurance cost of the goods in the course of shipping, generally calculated in accordance with the value of the goods 0.3-0.5%;
Towing fee: refers to the cost of transporting goods from the port to the Amazon warehouse, generally calculated according to the distance and weight of the goods;
Other charges: refers to the incidental charges incurred by the goods in the port or warehouse, such as dock charges, storage charges, labeling charges, handling charges, etc. The specific amount is determined according to the actual situation;
Depending on the chosen channel, different channel charges are not the same, such as self-tax channels do not include customs clearance fees, customs clearance fees,
If you choose the package tax, it includes customs declaration, customs clearance fees, inspection fees and other costs.