Amazon Referral Fee Chart 2025 - Complete Category List
Amazon referral fees vary significantly by product category, ranging from 8% to 45%. Choosing the right category can save you thousands of dollars in fees. This complete chart shows referral fees for all major Amazon categories in 2025.
Understanding Referral Fees
Amazon referral fees are a percentage of your item's sale price (including shipping charges paid by the customer). These fees are Amazon's commission for allowing you to sell on their platform.
Key Points:
- Calculated as a percentage of total sale price
- Minimum fee of $0.30 applies to most categories
- Fees vary by category (8% to 45%)
- Some categories have special rules (e.g., Beauty under $10)
- Fees are non-negotiable and standardized
Complete Referral Fee Chart 2025
| Category | Referral Fee | Minimum Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 8% | $0.30 | Lowest referral fee category |
| Cell Phones & Accessories | 8% | $0.30 | |
| Computers & Accessories | 8% | $0.30 | |
| Camera & Photo | 8% | $0.30 | |
| Grocery & Gourmet Food | 8% | $0.30 | |
| Home & Kitchen | 15% | $0.30 | Most common category |
| Beauty & Personal Care | 15% | $0.30 | 8% if over $10, 15% if under $10 |
| Health & Personal Care | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Sports & Outdoors | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Toys & Games | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Books | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Pet Supplies | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Office Products | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Baby Products | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Clothing & Accessories | 17% | $0.30 | Higher fee category |
| Shoes & Handbags | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Automotive | 12% | $0.30 | |
| Industrial & Scientific | 12% | $0.30 | |
| Tools & Home Improvement | 12% | $0.30 | |
| Handmade | 12% | $0.30 | |
| Jewelry | 20% | $0.30 | Highest referral fee |
| Collectibles & Fine Art | 20% | $0.30 | Highest referral fee |
| Video Games | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Software | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Garden & Outdoor | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Furniture | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Appliances | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Watches | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Arts, Crafts & Sewing | 15% | $0.30 | |
| CDs & Vinyl | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Movies & TV | 15% | $0.30 | |
| Amazon Device Accessories | 45% | $0.30 | Special category |
Referral Fees by Tier
8%
Lowest Fees
Electronics, Computers, Camera, Grocery
12%
Low Fees
Automotive, Industrial, Tools, Handmade
15-17%
Standard Fees
Most categories (Home, Beauty, Sports, etc.)
20%+
High Fees
Jewelry, Collectibles, Device Accessories
How Referral Fees Impact Profit
Example Comparison
Product selling for $30:
Electronics (8%)
Referral Fee: $2.40
Best Option
Home & Kitchen (15%)
Referral Fee: $4.50
Standard
Jewelry (20%)
Referral Fee: $6.00
Highest Cost
Difference: Choosing Electronics over Jewelry saves $3.60 per unit. On 1,000 units, that's $3,600 in saved fees!
Special Category Rules
Beauty & Personal Care
Items priced $10 or less: 15% referral fee
Items priced over $10: 8% referral fee
This is part of Amazon's Low-Price FBA program.
Amazon Device Accessories
45% referral fee - one of the highest
Only applies to accessories specifically designed for Amazon devices.
Clothing & Accessories
17% referral fee - higher than most categories
Consider if your product could fit in a lower-fee category.
How to Choose the Right Category
Step-by-Step Guide
- Research all applicable categories - Your product might fit multiple categories
- Check category requirements - Some categories have restrictions
- Compare referral fees - Use this chart to see fee differences
- Calculate profit impact - See how category choice affects your bottom line
- Verify with Amazon - Confirm category eligibility in Seller Central
- Choose the lowest fee category - If your product legitimately fits
⚠️ Important Warning:
Don't mis-categorize products to get lower fees. Amazon can suspend your account for category manipulation. Always choose the most accurate category that your product legitimately fits into.
Referral Fee Calculation Examples
Example 1: Electronics Product
Selling Price: $50
Category: Electronics (8%)
Referral Fee: $50 × 0.08 = $4.00
Example 2: Home & Kitchen Product
Selling Price: $25
Category: Home & Kitchen (15%)
Referral Fee: $25 × 0.15 = $3.75
Example 3: Low-Price Beauty Product
Selling Price: $8
Category: Beauty (15% for items $10 or less)
Referral Fee: $8 × 0.15 = $1.20
Note: Minimum $0.30 applies, so fee is $1.20
Calculate Your Referral Fees
Use our free FBA Profit Calculator to see exactly how referral fees impact your profit. The calculator automatically applies the correct referral fee based on your selected category.
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