FBA air freight mainly includes the following aspects:
1. Basic costs
Domestic shipping costs: This refers to the transportation costs of sending the goods from China to the point of origin of the FBA air line, which is generally borne by the seller. The exact cost depends on the volume, weight and departure point of the goods.
International shipping charges: refers to the cost of transporting goods from the point of origin to an Amazon warehouse in the United States. The cost of international air transport is generally calculated according to the volume or weight of the cargo, and the distance of transport and the price of the flight will also have an impact on the cost. The formula for calculating volumetric weight is usually: volumetric weight (KG) = length (CM) × width (CM) × height (CM) / 6000, or volumetric weight (KG) = cargo volume (CBM) / 0.006.
U.S. import clearance fees: include duties, import taxes and value-added taxes. These fees are set by the U.S. government and are calculated based on the classification and value of the goods. Usually borne by the seller or buyer, the specific rate can consult the relevant departments or professional customs agents.
2. Additional costs
Inventory storage fees: In order to store the goods in an Amazon warehouse in the United States, the seller needs to pay the corresponding storage fees. These charges are usually calculated based on the size, weight and storage time of the item.
Fuel surcharge: An additional charge incurred during international shipping, depending on the price of oil and the distance traveled.
Safety inspection costs: In order to ensure the safety of transportation, various safety inspections are required, and this part of the cost is usually borne by the shipper.
Pick-up and delivery service fees: fees incurred by Courier companies for pick-up, delivery services, etc.
Contingency charges: Additional charges may be incurred if there is a problem with the goods during transport and urgent treatment is required. For example, if goods need to be repackaged, transported in a different mode or stored for an extended period of time, these can increase costs.
Return processing fees: If the buyer returns or returns the product, the seller is responsible for the relevant return processing fees. These costs include goods inspection, repackaging and shipping costs.
3. Other expenses
In addition to the above costs, there may also be some other costs, such as insurance, packaging fees, door-to-door pickup fees, etc. The exact amount of these fees depends on the specific logistics company and service provider.
?Sum up
The cost of FBA air freight is a complex issue, which involves the cost of many aspects. When choosing FBA air freight services, sellers need to consider the characteristics of the goods, the degree of urgency, cost considerations and service quality and reliability and other factors to develop the most suitable for their logistics solutions. At the same time, the seller also needs to carefully understand the logistics company's charging standards, including basic fees and additional fees, to avoid unnecessary cost increases in the transportation process.