Amazon Imposes 3.5% Surcharge on Sellers Due to Iran Conflict’s Fuel Costs
Amazon will apply a 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge to many third-party sellers who use its fulfillment services. The company attributed the move to higher fuel costs linked to the Iran conflict.
Who is affected and when
The fee takes effect April 17 for numerous sellers using Fulfillment by Amazon. U.S. and Canadian merchants on that program are included.
On May 2, the surcharge expands to sellers using Buy with Prime and Multi-Channel Fulfillment. Amazon calls the charge temporary.
| Service | Effective Date | Surcharge |
|---|---|---|
| Fulfillment by Amazon (U.S. & Canada) | April 17 | 3.5% |
| Buy with Prime | May 2 | 3.5% |
| Multi-Channel Fulfillment | May 2 | 3.5% |
Company statement
Amazon told Filmogaz.com that it has absorbed higher costs so far. It said elevated fuel and logistics expenses have increased operating costs across the industry.
The firm said it follows a common practice. When costs stay high, carriers and platforms add temporary surcharges to recover part of the expense.
How Amazon compares with carriers
Amazon said its 3.5% levy is meaningfully lower than some carrier surcharges. The company said it remains committed to sellers and customers.
Wider industry moves
Major carriers have also raised fuel-related fees. United Parcel Service and FedEx increased their fuel surcharges amid rising fuel costs.
The United States Postal Service recently announced an 8% fuel surcharge. That surcharge applies to packages shipped from April 26 and stays in place until January 17, 2027.
Implications for sellers
Sellers will see higher fulfillment expenses while the surcharge remains active. Some merchants may adjust pricing or shipping strategies to offset the added cost.
Amazon imposes a 3.5% surcharge as part of broader industry responses to energy-price pressure. The move reflects persistent fuel-cost volatility linked to the Iran conflict.
