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Amazon FBA Fee Calculator Canada

Calculate your exact Amazon.ca fees in Canadian Dollars. Referral fees, FBA fulfillment fees by size tier, monthly storage, and aged inventory surcharges. Know your true profit margin before you list.

Product Dimensions (cm) & Weight (g)

375g
Shipping Weight: 400g

Pricing & Category

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$
$

Storage & Tax

Net Profit Per Unit

CAD $12.14

34.7% margin

Detected Size Tier

Standard

Shipping weight: 400g

Fee Breakdown (CAD)

Selling Price$35.00
Referral Fee (15%)-$5.25
FBA Fulfillment-$7.13
GST/HST on FBA (13.00%)-$0.93
Product Cost-$8.00
Shipping to FBA-$1.50
Est. Storage/Unit-$0.05
Net Profit$12.14

What Is the Amazon FBA Fee Calculator for Canada?

The Amazon FBA Fee Calculator (Canada) is a free tool designed specifically for Amazon.ca sellers who need to calculate their true profit margins in Canadian Dollars (CAD). Unlike generic FBA calculators that use US rates and imperial measurements, this tool uses Amazon Canada's official metric-based fee structure — grams for weight, centimetres for dimensions, and CAD for all monetary values .

Selling on Amazon.ca involves a stacked fee structure: referral fees (8–15% of selling price depending on category), FBA fulfillment fees (per-unit pick, pack, and ship based on size tier and shipping weight in grams), monthly inventory storage fees (per cubic foot), and potentially aged inventory surcharges for stock sitting beyond 271 days . For 2026, Amazon announced no increases to Canada referral and FBA fulfillment fees — a rare year of stability for Canadian sellers .

This calculator models every layer of that fee stack. Input your product dimensions (cm), weight (g), selling price (CAD), and category. The tool determines your size tier, looks up the exact fulfillment fee from Amazon.ca's rate card, applies the correct referral percentage, estimates storage costs, and shows your net profit per unit.

Amazon.ca Fee Structure for 2026

Amazon.ca charges sellers through four primary fee categories. Understanding each is essential for accurate profit forecasting .

1. Referral Fees

Amazon's commission on every sale. Charged as a percentage of the total selling price (excluding GST/HST). Rates vary by category from 8% to 15%, with most categories falling at 15%. No referral fee increases were announced for 2026 .

CategoryRate
Electronics / Computers8%
Home & Kitchen, Toys, Sports15%
Clothing & Accessories17% (items > $15)
Jewelry20%
Books, Music, DVD15%
Beauty, Health & Personal Care15%

2. FBA Fulfillment Fees

Per-unit fees covering pick, pack, ship, and customer service. Based on shipping weight (unit weight or dimensional weight, whichever is greater) and size tier. All fees are in CAD and weights are in grams .

Size TierWeight RangeFee (CAD)
EnvelopeFirst 100 g$4.73
Envelope100–200 g$4.99
Envelope200–500 g$5.31–$5.95
StandardFirst 100 g$6.28
Standard100–500 g$6.49–$7.65
Standard500–1,500 g$7.84–$10.17
Standard1,500–9,000 g$11.00 + $0.09/100g
Small OversizeFirst 500 g$16.77
Small OversizeEach addl. 500 g+$0.46
Medium OversizeFirst 500 g$41.64
Medium OversizeEach addl. 500 g+$0.52

Source: Amazon Seller Central Canada FBA Fulfillment Fees

3. Monthly Storage Fees

Charged per cubic foot based on inventory volume and season. Off-peak (Jan–Sep) rates are lower than peak (Oct–Dec) rates .

Off-Peak (Jan–Sep)

~$0.56–$0.78

per cu ft / month

Peak (Oct–Dec)

~$2.40

per cu ft / month

4. Aged Inventory Surcharge

For Canada, aged inventory surcharges begin at 271 days (unlike the US which dropped to 181 days in 2026) . Fees escalate based on how long inventory sits unsold.

AgePer-Unit FeePer-Cu-Ft Fee
271–365 daysVariesVaries
12–15 months~CAD $0.30~CAD $6.90
15+ months~CAD $0.35~CAD $7.90

Amazon charges the greater of per-unit or per-cubic-foot .

Amazon.ca FBA Size Tiers (Metric)

Amazon Canada uses metric measurements exclusively. Your product's size tier determines which fulfillment fee schedule applies. The tier is based on the longest side, median side, and shortest side of the packaged product, plus its shipping weight .

Amazon.ca FBA size tier definitions
Size TierLongest SideMedian SideShortest SideMax Weight
Envelope≤ 33 cm≤ 23 cm≤ 2.5 cm≤ 500 g
Standard≤ 45 cm≤ 35 cm≤ 20 cm≤ 9,000 g
Small Oversize≤ 61 cm≤ 46 cm≤ 46 cm—
Medium Oversize≤ 120 cm≤ 60 cm≤ 60 cm—
Large Oversize≤ 150 cm———
Special Oversize> 150 cm———

Shipping Weight vs. Unit Weight

For most size tiers, Amazon uses the greater of unit weight or dimensional weight. Dimensional weight = (Length × Width × Height in cm) ÷ 5,000. If your product is lightweight but bulky, you may be charged based on dimensional weight rather than actual weight. The calculator automatically computes both and uses the higher value.

What Changed for Amazon.ca FBA Fees in 2026?

Unlike previous years with incremental increases, 2026 brought a rare announcement of stability for Canadian sellers .

✅ No Fee Increases

Amazon announced no increases to Canada referral fees or FBA fulfillment fees for 2026. This is the first year in recent memory without a base rate hike for Canadian sellers .

✅ New FBA Liquidations Program

Launched November 2025: recover value from excess inventory with a 15% referral fee + per-item processing fee (CAD $0.25–$1.90 for items 0–5 kg) .

⚠️ MCF Fee Restructure

Multi-Channel Fulfillment fees switched to a size band-based model effective January 15, 2026, with unit-per-order discounts for multi-unit shipments .

⚠️ Storage Fees May Rise

While fulfillment fees held steady, monthly storage fees and aged inventory surcharges may still increase to improve warehouse efficiency .

Common Mistakes Canadian FBA Sellers Make

1. Using US Fee Calculators for Canada

US calculators use ounces, pounds, and inches with USD pricing. Amazon.ca uses grams, centimetres, and CAD. A 1 lb product in the US is 454 g in Canada, and the fee schedules are completely different. Using US tools for Canadian products produces wildly inaccurate profit estimates .

2. Ignoring Dimensional Weight

A pillow weighing 300 g but measuring 40×30×15 cm has a dimensional weight of 3,600 g. Amazon charges fulfillment fees based on 3,600 g — twelve times the actual weight. Many sellers price based on unit weight and lose money on every sale .

3. Forgetting GST/HST on FBA Fees

Amazon charges GST/HST on FBA fees in Canada. A $6.28 fulfillment fee actually costs $6.28 + 5–15% tax depending on province. This is not reflected in Amazon's fee previews and must be factored into your margin calculations .

4. Not Tracking the 271-Day Surcharge Threshold

Canadian aged inventory surcharges start at 271 days — not 365. Sellers monitoring the old annual threshold get surprised by monthly surcharges that accumulate faster than expected .

How to Use the Amazon FBA Canada Calculator

  1. 1

    Enter Product Dimensions (cm)

    Measure your packaged product in centimetres: length, width, and height. The calculator auto-detects your size tier (Envelope, Standard, or Oversize).

  2. 2

    Enter Weight (grams)

    Input the unit weight in grams. The calculator compares this to dimensional weight and uses whichever is greater for fee calculation.

  3. 3

    Set Selling Price and Category

    Enter your selling price in CAD and select your product category. The calculator applies the correct referral fee percentage.

  4. 4

    Add Storage and Landed Cost

    Input your product cost, shipping to Amazon, and estimated monthly storage to see true net profit per unit.

  5. 5

    Review and Export

    See referral fee, FBA fulfillment fee, storage estimate, net profit, and margin. Copy the breakdown or adjust inputs to optimize packaging.

Frequently Asked Questions

Did Amazon increase FBA fees in Canada for 2026?
No. Amazon announced no increases to Canada referral fees or FBA fulfillment fees for 2026 . This is a rare year of stability for Canadian sellers. However, storage fees and aged inventory surcharges may still increase.
What is the referral fee on Amazon.ca?
Referral fees on Amazon.ca range from 8% to 20% depending on category. Electronics and computers are 8%, most categories (Home & Kitchen, Toys, Sports) are 15%, clothing is 17% for items over $15, and jewelry is 20% . There is also a minimum referral fee of $0.30–$1.00 per item in many categories.
How is dimensional weight calculated on Amazon.ca?
Dimensional weight = (Length × Width × Height in cm) ÷ 5,000. Amazon compares this to your actual unit weight and uses the greater of the two to determine your fulfillment fee . For lightweight but bulky items, dimensional weight often drives the fee.
When do aged inventory surcharges start in Canada?
In Canada, aged inventory surcharges start at 271 days of storage . This is different from the US, where the threshold dropped to 181 days in 2026. The surcharge is assessed monthly and Amazon charges the greater of per-unit or per-cubic-foot fees.
Are FBA fees subject to GST/HST in Canada?
Yes. Amazon charges GST/HST on FBA fees in Canada . The fee tables published by Amazon do not include tax. Depending on your province, you pay an additional 5% (GST only) to 15% (HST) on top of the stated fulfillment and storage fees. This calculator includes an optional GST/HST toggle.
What is the difference between Amazon.ca and Amazon.com FBA fees?
Amazon.ca uses metric measurements (grams, centimetres) and CAD pricing, while Amazon.com uses imperial (ounces, inches) and USD. The fee schedules are completely different — a product that costs $3.32 USD to fulfill in the US may cost CAD $6.28 or more in Canada. Additionally, Canada has no Low-Price FBA program (under $10 discount) as of 2026, and GST/HST applies to fees.

Methodology and Data Sources

This calculator uses the official Amazon.ca FBA fulfillment fee rate cards published in Amazon Seller Central . Size tier determination follows Amazon's published dimensional thresholds. Fulfillment fees are looked up from the weight-based tables for Envelope, Standard, and Oversize tiers. Referral fees are based on Amazon's published category percentages . Storage fee estimates use published cubic-foot rates. GST/HST is applied as a percentage add-on to FBA fees based on provincial rates.

All fee data is verified against Amazon Seller Central Canada documentation and cross-referenced with Tax Foundation and supply chain industry analyses . The calculator does not account for every possible fee (inbound placement, removal, disposal, return processing, or subscription fees) but covers the core fees that determine unit profitability.

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About the Creator

Built by

Mubarak
, an independent developer. This tool was created after discovering that every "Amazon FBA calculator" online defaulted to US rates and imperial units, leaving Canadian sellers with inaccurate estimates. All calculations happen client-side with no data transmitted.

Open Source Updated April 2026 5,000+ Monthly Users

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