📅 The New Fee Initiative
In December 2023, Amazon announced a new fee aimed at ensuring better inventory levels across its fulfillment network. The FBA low-inventory-level fee, effective from April 1, 2024, encourages sellers to maintain sufficient stock close to customers to facilitate faster delivery and increase sales.
🔄 Fee Transition Extension
Amazon has extended the transition period for this new fee until May 31, 2024. Sellers will receive credits for any low-inventory-level fees incurred from April 1 to May 14. This extension is intended to help sellers adjust to the new fee structure and optimize their inventory management using Amazon's tools.
🛠 Adjustments and Exceptions
Responding to seller feedback, Amazon is making three additional changes effective May 15. The fee will not apply to products selling less than 20 units in the last 7 days, and fees due to Amazon's delays will be credited back. Furthermore, fees will be waived for four weeks post-Prime Day for products in Lightning Deals and Best Deals, ensuring sellers are primed for success during this critical sales period.
🛒 Tools for Sellers
Amazon encourages sellers to utilize the FBA Inventory system to monitor inventory health and the FBA Revenue Calculator to estimate potential fees. Historical charges can be reviewed in the SKU Economics report, helping sellers make informed decisions about stock levels and avoid unnecessary fees.
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